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New discoveries at ancient sacred bath

The excavation at San Casciano dei Bagni reveals extraordinary insights into Etruscan and Roman religious practices through newly discovered votive offerings and inscriptions.

Dozens of amphorae from ancient shipwreck found off Sicily

A shipwreck off Sicily reveals amphorae linking ancient trade routes between Britain and Rome.

Homeowner has 38 ancient, medieval graves in his cellar

A house renovation led to the discovery of an ancient burial ground in Corbeil-Essonnes, revealing 38 graves and significant archaeological findings.

Oldest wine ever discovered in liquid form found in urn with Roman remains

The oldest liquid wine discovered in a southern Spain tomb after 2,000 years is sherry-like, colored by time and cremated Roman remains.

Remains of person from 'year 0' discovered at ancient Roman settlement

Archaeologists uncovered a 2,000-year-old soldier's grave in the Netherlands, revealing the earliest named individual in the region's history.

Rare surviving section of Roman road discovered during south London excavation

A well-preserved section of a 2,000-year-old Roman road has been discovered beneath Old Kent Road in Southwark.

New discoveries at ancient sacred bath

The excavation at San Casciano dei Bagni reveals extraordinary insights into Etruscan and Roman religious practices through newly discovered votive offerings and inscriptions.

Dozens of amphorae from ancient shipwreck found off Sicily

A shipwreck off Sicily reveals amphorae linking ancient trade routes between Britain and Rome.

Homeowner has 38 ancient, medieval graves in his cellar

A house renovation led to the discovery of an ancient burial ground in Corbeil-Essonnes, revealing 38 graves and significant archaeological findings.

Oldest wine ever discovered in liquid form found in urn with Roman remains

The oldest liquid wine discovered in a southern Spain tomb after 2,000 years is sherry-like, colored by time and cremated Roman remains.

Remains of person from 'year 0' discovered at ancient Roman settlement

Archaeologists uncovered a 2,000-year-old soldier's grave in the Netherlands, revealing the earliest named individual in the region's history.

Rare surviving section of Roman road discovered during south London excavation

A well-preserved section of a 2,000-year-old Roman road has been discovered beneath Old Kent Road in Southwark.
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Why ancient Romans like Cicero saw gladiators as enemies of the republic

The portrayal of gladiators in film misrepresents their historical significance and perception in Roman society.
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Ask a Roman-History Professor: Were There Ever Sharks in the Colosseum?

Ridley Scott values entertainment over historical accuracy, leading to mixed reactions from historians.

The Gladiator II Line That Broke My Brain

Gladiator II prioritizes storytelling over historical accuracy, raising questions about the depiction of ancient Roman identification methods.

Ask a Roman-History Professor: Were There Ever Sharks in the Colosseum?

Ridley Scott values entertainment over historical accuracy, leading to mixed reactions from historians.

The Gladiator II Line That Broke My Brain

Gladiator II prioritizes storytelling over historical accuracy, raising questions about the depiction of ancient Roman identification methods.
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Inside Gladiator II's Colosseum: What Ridley Scott's Sequel Got Right

The real history of the Roman Colosseum is often misrepresented in films, highlighting a gap between fact and Hollywood dramatization.
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Rare Constantine silver ingots saved from illegal sale

Three rare Roman silver ingots found in Ukraine reveal historical minting practices and are the first of their kind discovered outside the Roman Empire.

Modeling an ancient house and garden in 3D | Cornell Chronicle

A new 3D virtual model of a Pompeian house aims to simulate ancient domestic life for educational purposes.

Rare Constantine silver ingots saved from illegal sale

Three rare Roman silver ingots found in Ukraine reveal historical minting practices and are the first of their kind discovered outside the Roman Empire.

Modeling an ancient house and garden in 3D | Cornell Chronicle

A new 3D virtual model of a Pompeian house aims to simulate ancient domestic life for educational purposes.
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Mark Zuckerberg is leaning into his fashion era and considering selling Classics-inspired T-shirts

Mark Zuckerberg is considering selling Classics-inspired graphic tees on Instagram, tapping into a merging of fashion and technology.

Mark Zuckerberg's shirt says 'All Zuck or All Nothing' in Latin

Zuckerberg's shirt at Meta Connect reflects his playful take on ambition and commitment towards his work.

Mark Zuckerberg is leaning into his fashion era and considering selling Classics-inspired T-shirts

Mark Zuckerberg is considering selling Classics-inspired graphic tees on Instagram, tapping into a merging of fashion and technology.

Mark Zuckerberg's shirt says 'All Zuck or All Nothing' in Latin

Zuckerberg's shirt at Meta Connect reflects his playful take on ambition and commitment towards his work.
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Ancient Roman military camp found hiding 7,000 feet in the sky

Archaeologists discovered a Roman military camp at 7,200 feet in the Swiss Alps, revealing insights into ancient military strategies.

Who Were Cleopatra's Rivals for Mark Antony's Love?

Fulvia and Octavia, Antony's wives, became Cleopatra's determined rivals, marked by revenge and political intrigue in their relationships with the powerful Roman general.

Their heads were nailed to the trees': what was life and death like for Roman legionnaires?

The defeat of Quinctilius Varus by German rebels in AD9 was a moment of horror and humiliation for the Romans.
The defeat showed that even a powerful and disciplined military force like the Romans could be vulnerable when ambushed and cut off from reinforcements.

What's Under London? Discover London's Forbidden Underworld

The London Underground is not the only underground system in London, with various subterranean structures dating back to Roman times.
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