Roman London’s first basilica found under an office block – here’s what it reveals about the ancient city
Archaeologists from the Museum of London have discovered a well-preserved part of the ancient city of London’s first Roman ...
Hidden for Half a Century, Ancient Roman Treasures Return to the Spotlight
Inside the super-private Torlonia Collection of ancient marbles, and the strategy to clean them up and bring them back into ...
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Pompeii’s streets show how the city adapted to Roman rule
Pompeii only came under Roman control around 160 years before its destruction – and its traffic-worn streets show how the ...
Vatican says the pope has a 'polymicrobial respiratory tract infection.' What is that?
Vatican authorities said Monday that Pope Francis has a complex infection in his respiratory system and will require more ...
It Hasn't Always Been Chocolates and Roses—The History of Valentine's Day
Across the United States and in other places around the world, Valentine’s Day is a holiday celebrated on 14. Valentine’s Day ...
Why do we celebrate Valentine's Day and who was Saint Valentine?
Each Valentine's Day, millions of Americans gift their partners or loved ones with flowers, cards or candy as a token of ...
Valentine's Day, a tame holiday with a wild past
When the emperor converted to Christianity, many of the holidays common to Roman society received a makeover. A prisoner ...
Rome is more family-friendly thank you think – these are the best things to do on a budget
Rome is more family-friendly thank you think – these are the best things to do on a budget - Italy’s Eternal City might be ...
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Trump’s Ukraine peace promises hit reality
This past month, a full moon blocked Mars from view. Historically, some have taken that as a sign for peace as Mars has been the “planet of war and conflict in many cultures, from ancient ...
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25 Best Things to Do in Rome
U.S. News Insider Tip: A normal ticket includes the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (valid for 24 hours) and you can visit all three in one day. It doesn't include a visit to the ...