A new analysis of hundreds of obsidian artifacts from the Aztec Empire has revealed the vast trade networks that supplied obsidian, sometimes even from rivals.

Researchers analyzed 788 obsidian artifacts from Tenochtitlan, revealing that the Mexica (Aztec) Empire sourced this important material from at least eight different locations, including regions ...

These early maps have one thing in common: They all depict the La Crosse River in detail as far as Sparta, Wis., and even its headwaters on what is today Fort McCoy.

This suggests that the way wealth is organized and redistributed can be a decisive factor in the longevity of a political system. The study doesn’t stop at Rome and China. It also compares these ...

The arrival of Spanish conquistadors in 1519 marked the decline of the Aztec Empire, influenced by both military conflict and religious beliefs. Today, many Mexicans still honor their Aztec heritage.

There's barely a place left on Earth outside the gravitational pull of Elon Musk’s empire. How far does Elon's clout really stretch—and what conflicts of interest are emerging as he wields the ...

Exciting Aztec city builder Tlatoani is getting a free Steam demo Tlatoani takes the action from city builders like Tropico, transplants it in the era of the Aztec Empire, and prides itself on ...

This week was a big one, as yesterday's Tinto Maps post was the grand heart of early modern Europe: The Holy Roman Empire. Historical strategy fans long knew that this would be an immense ...

The Pearl River Map Turtle recently qualified as an endangered species. The species is native to the MS Pearl River.

After almost 130 years, Genesee River's three waterfalls will now have a permanent home on U.S. federal maps and records.

Aztec Empire is a city-building strategy and city manager. Become a ruler of the great city-state of Tenochtitlan. Develop a city, build an army. Let your people flow in riches!

A Pacific storm system is funneling an atmospheric river toward the Western United States, delivering heavy rain and snow. Atmospheric rivers are essentially moisture streams in the sky and are ...