This week in science news: A pregnant woman's sacrifice in Ecuador, ear muscle evolution, an approaching solar storm, a private astronaut mission, and a new infrared space telescope. Read more...

Archaeologists in Pompeii discovered a rare fresco depicting secret Dionysian cult initiation rites in the House of Thiasus. The find reveals new insights into the city's ancient religious practices. Read more...

New discoveries in Pompeii shed light on the ancient cult of Dionysus, revealing breathtaking frescoes depicting vivid scenes of Roman ritual and the god's powerful influence. Read more...

Explore the linguistic diversity of Papua New Guinea, Oceania's lost cultures with Mr. Explorer, and the global spread of high-speed rail, notably absent in America. Read more...

Recent scientific findings explore diverse topics in Spain: Iron Age ritual practices involving skulls, evolving attitudes towards sex, and a weather shift for Carnival. Read more...