Yahoo

First evidence of familial embalming in Europe dates back to 16th century: Study

Embalming, once thought to be exclusive to ancient Egypt or South America, has now been identified in Europe. Recent study of the crypts found at Château des Milandes in Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, ...
The Straits Times

In Japan, embalming becomes more common as relatives desire final opportunity to see loved ones

Embalming, the process of preserving a dead body, is becoming a more common practice in Japan. The procedure uses a combination of disinfection, preservation and cosmetic restoration, offering ...
CNET

Mummification manual from ancient Egypt details how to embalm faces

Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers gadgets and tech news with a twist for CNET. When not wallowing in weird gear and iPad apps for cats, she can be found tinkering with her 1956 DeSoto.
Yahoo

This Ancient Mummy Is Older Than the Pharaohs

Embalming in ancient Egypt predated the pharaohs, an ancient mummy reveals. That would mean that the practice began at least 1,500 years earlier than once thought. The mummy — an adult male curled on ...
The Korea Herald

In Japan, embalming becoming more common as relatives desire final opportunity to see loved ones

TOKYO (Japan News/ANN) -- Embalming the deceased is increasingly common in Japan, and experts say far more trained professionals are needed. The procedure uses a combination of disinfection, ...