DNA tests to study mummy fetuses in King Tut tomb

"Egyptian scientists are carrying out DNA tests on two mummified fetuses found in the tomb of King Tutankhamun to determine whether they are the young pharaoh's offspring, the antiquities authority said Wednesday. The two tiny female fetuses, between...

Tut Mummy on Public Display for First Time

"The new display is also expected to increase visits to the tomb from about 350 to 900 tourists a day, generating funds for the protection of Egyptian antiquities....on Sunday morning the remains—settled inside...

King Tut's Mummy to Be Displayed for 1st Time

"The mummy of King Tutankhamun will soon go on display for the first time, exposing the bare face of the boy king, Egyptian officials have announced. The mummy will be removed from its sarcophagus and placed in a...

Philadelphia Welcomes King Tut

"     It's a golden opportunity for groups. Make plans now to visit Philadelphia between February 3 and September 30, 2007 for Tutankhamun & the Golden Age of Pharaohs. Philadelphia is a proud host, along with only four other cities worldwide, of the...

Philadelphia Welcomes King Tut

"It's a golden opportunity for groups. Make plans now to visit Philadelphia between February 3 and September 30, 2007 for Tutankhamun & the Golden Age of Pharaohs. Philadelphia is a proud host, along with only four other cities worldwide, of the 27-month tour, which began...

Philadelphia Welcomes King Tut

"It's a golden opportunity for groups. Make plans now to visit Philadelphia between February 3 and September 30, 2007 for Tutankhamun & the Golden Age of Pharaohs. Philadelphia is a proud host, along with only four other cities worldwide, of the 27-month tour, which began...

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