Researchers have uncovered the earliest-known depiction of the Milky Way in coffin art depicting the Egyptian sky goddess Nut ...

The ancient Egyptians were astute astronomers. They often depicted the cosmos atop coffins. A new survey of such artwork ...

In exploring various cultures’ Milky Way mythologies, Graur was struck by ancient Egyptian written sources that referenced ...

One aspect of modern May Day celebrations is the preparation of a flower wreath from wild flowers against a background of ...

An interest in understanding the role that the Milky Way played in Egyptian culture and religion has led University of ...