Yule, or Jól in Norse, was an ancient festival celebrating the winter solstice and marking the return of the longer days ...

According to scholars of Scandinavian studies, ideas about Vikings and pagan Norse mythology today can often not be verified scientifically. “They are based essentially on reports written by Christian ...

I joined a 'sacrifice' ritual outside Stockholm – and found that the revival of Norse paganism reflects broader battles over identity and climate anxiety, says investigative journalist Siri ...

REYKJAVIK (Reuters) - Icelanders will soon be able to publicly worship at a shrine to Thor, Odin and Frigg with construction starting this month on the island's first major temple to the Norse gods ...

A decorative box with gold thread and scissors was discovered at the site, according to the Moesgaard Museum. Photo by Moesgaard Museum. Archaeologists have uncovered an ancient pagan burial site in ...

Archaeologists have uncovered an ancient pagan burial site in eastern Denmark believed to be connected to an elite Viking Age family that lived in the region more than 1,000 years ago. Thirty viking ...