The expansion of one of the Mediterranean’s strongest powers wasn’t only driven by conquest, but also infrastructure. By ...

The world’s first robot operated in Ancient Greece—the automatic maid was the name of a technological miracle during the ...

The Milwaukee Public Museum is kicking off its final year at its current location with the first of five "Greatest Hits" ...

Across the world’s continental shelves, scientists are racing to reconstruct an ancient landscape that once stretched where ...

After the passing of Alexander the Great in 323 B.C.E., the generals that succeeded him fought one another for control of the empire he left behind. One of the most brutal episodes of this ...

Archeologists might have a way to update ancient world timelines using more careful radiocarbon dating. Trump Cabinet ...

There’s no rehabilitating the reputation of Caligula. The 1st-century C.E. Roman Emperor has gone down in the annals of history accused of deeply transgressive behavior, to say nothing of his ...

Throughout history, the monumental constructions of the ancient world have gripped imaginations as much for their feats of engineering as for their restricted number and prior acclaim. From Alexander ...

Ancient Greeks placed great emphasis on healthy skin, and developed many useful and largely natural beauty tips.

The vast engineering feats of the 7 wonders of the world allow travelers the chance to explore some of the world’s most fascinating civilizations—perfect for your next big adventure. ByAlex Ledsom, ...