For wealthy Romans, life was good. They lived in beautiful houses – often on the hills outside Rome, away from the noise and the smell. They enjoyed an extravagant lifestyle with luxurious furnishings ...

The Greek and Roman gods had similar identities, though their characteristics and roles differed, as the societies were also distinct.

Ancient Roman coins and ornaments were recently unearthed from a wealthy family's home in Histria. The treasure is now housed ...

In a small cemetery south of Naples, two dozen skeletons dating to the era of the Roman Empire have been discovered. One, an older man, was buried like everyone else, but his body held a secret -- a ...

First osteological evidence confirms brown bears participated in deadly spectacles, suffering spear wounds and living behind bars for years.