Historians are teaming up with the AI model Aeneas and its database of of 176,000 Roman inscriptions to uncover the mysteries of ancient Rome.

CNN’s Ben Wedeman was given an exclusive tour of ancient tunnels underneath Rome’s Capitoline Hill. The tunnels, which archeologists say were once filled with ancient Roman shops and taverns ...

DNA research by biologist Gonçalo Themudo has revealed that Ancient Romans' popular garum was made from sardines, offering insights into the umami-rich fish sauce exported across Europe.

Archaeologists in northern Britain discovered 13-inch shoes at the ancient Roman Magna Fort, raising questions about the towering soldiers who defended the empire.

We can probably safely assume Rome, in many areas, was likely pretty dirty and rank-smelling. That said, there's evidence of perfumes, incense and even deodorants.

02 July 2025 Ancient DNA helps trace stinky Roman fish sauce to its source Mangled bones found at a one-time manufacturing facility pinpoint species used to make a quintessential condiment.

We can probably safely assume Rome, in many areas, was likely pretty dirty and rank-smelling. That said, there’s evidence of perfumes, incense and even deodorants.

Roman salting plants processed fish so thoroughly that researchers struggle to identify the species once used in ancient condiments.

A collection of ancient Roman coins amassed by a former Latin teacher from Connecticut was sold at auction for over $1 million this week.