The funerary practices of the ancient Egyptians can still reveal surprising information. In a recent analysis of the 3,500-year-old remains of the noblewoman Senetnay, found in jars in the Valley of ...

As the Catholic Church convenes its highest authorities to replace the late Pope Francis, the preservation of his body remains an immediate concern. Pope Francis who died on Easter Monday aged 88, ...

ATMORE, Ala. (WALA) - Four people face drug charges following what Atmore police said was a drug overdose involving embalming fluid. An officer responding to a possible drug overdose in the 300 block ...

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PENROSE, Colo. (AP) — Authorities said Thursday they were investigating the improper storage of human remains at a southern Colorado funeral home that performs what they call “green” burials without ...

Investigators are looking into the theft of 12 bottles of embalming fluid from a Roanoke Rapids funeral home. On Feb. 19, authorities said someone burglarized Hockaday Funeral Home and only took ...

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Embalming fluid is becoming an increasingly popular drug for users looking for a new and different high — one that often comes with violent and psychotic side effects.