In the sixth century, Emperor Justinian of the Eastern Roman Empire, or the Byzantine Empire, took decisive action to restore ...

Two thousand years ago, the Roman Army embarked on a far-flung hunt for silver. A new discovery reveals how close they came ...

Ancient Romans in need of a quick bite often chowed down on fried songbirds, new research suggests. A researcher working on the island of Mallorca found bones of song thrushes inside a trash pit ...

This episode explores the labor that sustained Rome's bustling economy and vibrant urban life. Discover the diverse jobs of ancient Rome, from prestigious careers like soldiers and artisans to the ...

Object Details author McLaughlin, Raoul Notes Originally published: 2016 Summary A fascinating history of the intricate web of trade routes connecting ancient Rome to Eastern civilizations, including ...

Lead pollution likely led to widespread declines in IQ during the ancient Roman era, a study has found. The negative health effects of lead exposure in modernity have been widely recognized. Over ...

The region became integrated into the ancient Roman economy despite its location on “the far western edge of the empire,” the city council said. The empire continued controlling the region ...