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Diophantus of Alexandria revolutionized algebra with Arithmetica, pioneering symbolic notation and abstract number theory.

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Dana Richardson, along with co-collaborator Lisa D. Watson, has been selected as the next Boxed In/Break Out artist at ...

In more recent works, she explores diverse cultural heritages (Indian architecture, Greek statuary, Chinese ceramics), translating ancient techniques and symbols for use in contemporary contexts. In ...

This dog-shaped vessel was likely used for pouring wine, oil or blood in ancient rituals in what is now Italy.

Imagine being able to travel back thousands of years, not with a time machine, but through the words our ancestors spoke. It ...

The coffin of Pope Francis was sealed in St. Peter's Basilica on Friday evening, ahead of the funeral on Saturday. A changing ...

Greek authorities have arrested six individuals on Crete for attempting to sell dozens of ancient artefacts in an alleged smuggling operation. The arrests followed a sting operation during which the ...

The oil painting Death of the Dragon by Evelyn De ... passive than those depicted by her contemporaries, and featured as symbols of agency rather than objects of the male gaze.

April 24 is a day of profound significance in the Greek Orthodox Church. It commemorates several Saints and Martyrs who have left an indelible mark on Christian history. These revered figures—Saint ...