A new exhibition is spotlighting the women who have long been sidelined in histories of the Roman Empire—from mothers and weavers to entrepreneurs and influential tavern owners ...

The ancient Dacians, ancestors of modern-day Romanians, were a remarkable civilization that flourished in the territory of ...

Christians would flock to the Cave of Salome in Israel to pay tribute to Jesus' midwife. But a new study contests the ...

Iris was the Greek goddess of the rainbow, and also served as a messenger of the gods. Iris was a prominent figure in many ancient myths.

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Director Nicole Kassell blends mythology and modern feminism in Netflix's 'Sirens,' crafting a seductive, psychological drama ...

Discover the 15 most enchanting names, including Greek gems like Sophia and Zoe, backed by science for their pleasing ...

As ancient as Greece might be, it’s a country that’s always looking ahead. With a slew of exciting hotel openings and the ...

Writing in a lesser organ, Matthew Parris wondered whether most ancient Greeks ‘really, sincerely, did believe in their ...

Minoans may have invented the first portable eclipse calculator, predating the Antikythera mechanism by over a millennium.

Near the town of Palaikastro, located at the eastern end of the island of Crete, lies the archaeological site of a city from ...

Ever wondered why ships are often given female names? Explore the historical roots and cultural reasons behind this maritime ...