This detailed exploration of Norse mythology delves into the complex relationship between Hel, the ruler of the underworld, and Baldur, the beloved god of light. The narrative traces their origins from ancient prophecies to the tragic events orchestrated by Loki that led to Baldur's untimely demise and his residence in the realm of the dead.

Yule, or Jól in Norse, was an ancient festival celebrating the winter solstice and marking the return of the longer days after the shortest day of the year. Observed in late December, it was one of the most important festivals in the Norse calendar.

Archaeologists have unearthed the 1,200-year-old remains of a large Viking temple in Ose, Norway that was dedicated to the worship of the Norse gods Thor and Odin. "Archaeologists say the large wooden building - about 45 feet (14 meters) long, 26 feet (8 m ...

Today, the name "Thor" likely conjures up an image of a well-muscled Chris Hemsworth playing the Norse-inspired superhero on the big screen. For the actual Vikings, the god of thunder may have similarly been admired for his great feats — but certainly ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In Germany, a metal detectorist has unearthed a 1,000-year-old Viking hoard which contains more than 200 artifacts, including what may be the remnants of Thor’s hammer, Live Science ...