Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Volubilis is considered one of the most significant and well-preserved Roman ...

The devastating fire at Notre-Dame de Paris on April 15, 2019 reminded the world of the significance of humanity's built ...

The ancient Romans were great builders, especially known for their aqueducts. These are still standing today because they ...

Painter William Birch moved to Philadelphia from England in 1794 and made a name for himself for his exquisite enamel copies ...

Deep beneath Rome’s Domus Aurea, archaeologists have unearthed a rare ingot of Egyptian blue — the world’s first synthetic ...

Khaldoun Al Raba, 32, has fond memories of his days guiding tourists around the ancient ruins of Palmyra, deep in the Syrian Desert. First as a seven-year-old and then as a teenager in the years ...

With highly regarded quarterback Arch Manning set to take the reins in Austin, Longhorns fans have been eagerly awaiting this moment. On Monday, a week after the championship game between the ...

They asked just what exactly went on there. Now Mary Beard has turned her attention to the most celebrated ritual in Roman life: the Triumph granted to a victorious general. It’s not only celebrated, ...

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Shortly after Musk made the gesture, the term "Roman salute" started trending online. While it appears similar to the Nazi salute associated with Adolf Hitler, the gesture has ancient roots.

There were Proud Boys, billionaires, stiletto heels, cowboy hats, Village People, icy cold and happy Canadians at President Trump’s inaugural. By Elisabeth Bumiller Reporting from Washington ...