Many "modern" inventions actually have precedents dating back more than 1000 years, to ancient Greek and Roman times.

There are more than 50 theories for the function of this 12-sided, pentagonal-faced bronze object — but archaeologists have ...

The largest collection of Roman coins found in Spain is now on exhibit. The museum display features 50,000 ancient coins from the third and fourth centuries A.D.

Ancient Greeks and Romans were obsessed with diet advice, too From protein-filled meals to the benefits of lentils and intermittent fasting, the Classical world had strong opinions about how to ...

Archaeological findings in a Mallorca cesspit recently showed that thrushes were common fast food in Ancient Rome, alongside pigs, sheep and fish, revealing the varied diet of ordinary Romans.

Archaeologists in northern Britain discovered 13-inch shoes at the ancient Roman Magna Fort, raising questions about the towering soldiers who defended the empire.

Ancient mathematical texts that played a key role in constructing the Roman empire will be transformed for the 21st century ...

Here's what the ancient Greeks and Romans can teach us about the environment and ourselves. From Roman soldiers in crowded camps to emperors cleaning up rivers, there are many lessons to be learned.

Science Archaeology Ancient Romans snacked on deep-fried songbirds Fast food has deep roots. By Andrew Paul Published Jun 11, 2025 12:29 PM EDT ...

According to the World Health Organization, about 280 million people worldwide have depression and about one billion have a mental health problem of any kind. People living in the ancient world ...

Here's what the ancient Greeks and Romans can teach us about the environment and ourselves. From Roman soldiers in crowded camps to emperors cleaning up rivers, there are many lessons to be learned.