Ancient Rome - Page 11

May 23, 2024

Subway line to be constructed under ancient Roman ruins, including Colosseum

A major project to construct a subway line under ancient Roman ruins has reached a crucial phase. The project aims to alleviate Rome's transportation challenges.

April 12, 2024

Archaeologists make 'stunning' find of banquet hall in Pompeii

Archaeologists recently unearthed a "stunning" banquet room in Pompeii, a doomed city in Italy that was destroyed by a volcano in A.D. 79. The discovery was announced this week.

March 18, 2024

1,800-year-old artifact unearthed during routine construction 'a complete mystery'

A digger who found an 1,800-year-old artifact said, "I had a real shock as the digger bucket rolled over what I thought was a big stone to reveal a face."

February 13, 2024

UK researchers 'blown away' after discovering 1,700-year-old egg still contains yolk: report

Archaeologists in the United Kingdom reportedly discovered a 1,700-year-old egg from the Ancient Roman Period that was found during a dig still contained a yolk inside.

February 6, 2024

Researchers use AI to decipher ancient Roman texts carbonized in deadly Mount Vesuvius eruption

A portion of ancient texts destroyed by the volcanic eruption on Mount Vesuvius have been deciphered thanks to a team of researchers using AI.

November 3, 2023

More ruins of ancient Roman port city found beneath Moroccan capital

Archaeologists digging near Morocco's capital have excavated more ruins of what was likely once a port city controlled by the Roman Empire.

October 1, 2023

I also think of Rome and here’s the important thing I learned

I also think of Rome and here’s the important thing I learned. Those who get involved in politics might not lose their heads, but the dangers are many. We still can't let them stop us.

September 22, 2023

Decades after closure, Domus Tiberiana on Rome's Palatine Hill reopens to tourists

The 2,000-year-old Domus Tiberiana on Rome's Palatine Hill reopened to the public on Thursday following decades of structural restoration work.

September 21, 2023

Why are men obsessed with the Roman Empire? History expert says it’s a ‘very American thing’

A recent TikTok trend shows that men think about the Roman Empire more often than expected. Amy Briggs, editor-in-chief of National Geographic History Magazine, reveals why it still resonates.

August 14, 2023

A guide to visiting Rome: How to prepare for travel and must-see spots

If you've booked a trip to Rome, make a rough itinerary of the stops you want to make. There are so many magnificent spots throughout the city that draw thousands of tourists each day.