An immersive new exhibition in Australia uses artifacts, sounds and projections to recreate the ancient Roman city ...

The ancient thinkers were the original influencers, says expert Professor Massimo Pigliucci, so which of their advice and ...

Archeologists have discovered the foundations of a Roman 'service station' by the A147 in the Cotswolds, about five miles ...

We've always known the promise of unending carbonara, cacio e pepe, pizza, and gelato are reason enough to visit Italy, and ...

A visit to the less-traveled Umbria region is a celebration of the countryside, cuisine and history of Italy of yesteryear.

In today’s health headlines, what we learn about lead poisoning from ancient Rome. Also, putting the first bird flu death ...

Discover why mulled wine is considered the ultimate winter drink. Learn about its rich history, comforting warmth, and the ...

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The nicolo gem depicts Venus Victrix, or Venus the Victorious, a name for the Roman goddess that emphasizes her association with imperial power and romantic conquests alike. In the ancient era ...

A seedy slum neighbourhood in ancient times, Monti is Rome’s hippest hang-out these days: an intriguing warren of narrow streets packed with bars, eateries and the coolest of boutiques.

Waves of human migration across Europe during the first millennium AD have been revealed using a more precise method of analysing ancestry with ancient ... the fall of the Roman Empire, the ...

Did the ancient Romans have a similar tradition? Whether sweet or savoury, Vasilopita holds a firm place in Greek culture, embodying centuries of tradition. In urban areas, the sweet version ...