Egypt's Coptic Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7. The Cops in Egypt, a predominantly Muslim country, are ...

Archaeologists uncovered a Byzantine monastery in Egypt’s Sohag, revealing how early Christian monks lived and worshipped.

Archaeologists have unearthed an ancient Coptic city in Egypt that they say provides an insight into the transition from paganism to Christianity in the country. The remains of the 2,000-year-old city ...

Track your reading and quiz progress with badges and accolades. It's quick and easy to access Live Science Plus, simply enter your email below. We'll send you a confirmation and sign you up for our ...

Visitors to St. Mary Coptic Orthodox Church of Maryland in Cooksville this weekend can experience a Mediterranean market, purchase Egyptian souvenirs, and try out Mediterranean cuisine while ...

Rochester, N.Y. — The Egyptian Festival at St. Mark's Coptic Orthodox Church is concluding its second and final day on Saturday, offering a rich tapestry of cultural experiences until 8 p.m. Attendees ...

Egypt’s Christmas celebrations stretched joyfully over 14 days from 25 December to 7 January, uniting churches across ...

Archeologists work in the ruins of the temple of Zeus Kasios, a deity that merges the Greek god and Mount Kasios. Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities Zeus, Greek mythology’s god of the sky, ...

At least 41 people died from smoke inhalation and a stampede when a fire swept through a Coptic Orthodox church on Sunday. The church said a generator started the blaze. By Jane Arraf and Nada Rashwan ...