A new DNA study of ancient remains from Copán, Honduras, reveals deep links between the ancient Maya and modern-day ...

Beneath the surface of present-day western Honduras lie the ruins of Copán—an archaeological site that once stood as a vital ...

These findings offer valuable insights into human history, population dynamics, and the eventual collapse of the Classic Maya ...

Scientists studied the genetic makeup of seven Maya individuals—including one who was the victim of human sacrifice.

Ancient Maya DNA reveals a shocking twist: their civilization collapsed, but their people never vanished.

Salvadoran journalist Javier Antonio Hércules Salinas was killed in Honduras, despite state protection. Learn about the ...

One of the thriving capitals of Maya civilization was Copán—a city in modern-day Honduras that acted as a travel hub between Central and South America. A new study analyzing skeletons buried ...

A pioneering study is unveiling the genetic history of the Classic Maya civilization, providing fresh perspectives on their ...

A new DNA study is shedding light on the ancient city of Copán's long and complex history, revealing genetic links between its ancient residents and modern Maya communities in Mexico. The research, ...

DNA reveals Maya genetic continuity over 3,000 years Copán elites had ties to highland Mexican populations Collapse was not extinction, but cultural transformation ...