The golden silk, a luxury once reserved for Roman emperors, has been recreated by modern scientists.

The newly discovered trilobite may be hundreds of millions of years old, but its use 2,000 years ago as an amulet is the ...

The Council of Sixteen Women of Elis in Olympia shows how women gained political power by serving the goddess Hera in Ancient ...

Archaeologists in Sicily have uncovered a rare Roman mosaic depicting sandals resembling modern flip-flops at Villa Romana ...

Nero, Rome’s emperor from 54 to 68 C.E., rose to power at a young age and remained focused on himself, letting the needs of ...

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My favorite thing about Quince, though, is the price. Most pieces are under $75, and the quality rivals that of much pricier brands. Whether I’m wandering ancient cobblestone streets or heading to a ...

Italy's rich history and culture mean tourists must research its preferred bathroom etiquette. We have done the hard part; ...

Historians are teaming up with the AI model Aeneas and its database of of 176,000 Roman inscriptions to uncover the mysteries of ancient Rome.

Cruel heat is baking southern Europe as the continent slips deeper into summer. In homes and offices, air conditioning is sweet relief. But under the scorching sun, outdoor labor can be grueling, ...