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

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

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.

Bones found at the site of an ancient fish-processing plant were used to genetically identify the species that went into a ...

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

Newly published research is providing a fascinating glimpse into how ancient Romans enjoyed their fast food — shedding more light on life in antiquity. In a recent journal article entitled ...

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.

Glenn Manning was only on his second metal detecting search ever when his machine pinged on two Roman-era swords in the ...

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

The Romans didn’t just share roads and baths – they shared toilets too. From stone benches to sponge sticks, their bathroom ...

We can probably safely assume Rome, in many areas, was likely pretty dirty and rank-smelling. That said, there’s evidence of perfumes, incense and even deodorants.

Hike Through Ancient Roman and Biblical History in Turkey’s Rugged Mountains In southern Turkey, an extensive new trail network spirits trekkers to Pisidia, home to many lost treasures and a ...