Ancient Roman political leaders could be violent and cruel. Some had odd tastes and were out of touch. Others had wildly ...

Greg Jenner is joined in ancient Rome by Professor Mary Beard and comedian and actor Patton Oswalt to learn all about Emperor Nero. Nero has gone down in history as one of Rome’s most infamous rulers ...

Explore the fascinating world of education in ancient Rome, where literacy was rare, classrooms were unconventional, and learning could be harsh yet highly structured. From the tragic story of young ...

Archaeologists have unearthed tombs and a shrine dedicated to Hercules from the time of the Roman Republic.

One of the best-preserved ancient Roman homes on the Palatine Hill is opening to the public for the first time.

In different passage, Aulus tells us about some bookstalls he came across when he arrived by ship at the port of Brundisium ...

If you are looking for truly authentic Italian cuisine, this Rome-based restaurant has your back -- just ask Giada De ...

In ancient Egypt, what was the Sphinx all about? – Effie, age 8, New Plymouth, New Zealand. One of the most mysterious and ...

Throughout history, there have been many incredible civilizations that have shaped the way we live today. One was Ancient Rome, a once majestic and thriving city whose strong foundations live on to ...