In 2000, Ridley Scott’s Gladiator redefined the modern epic, catapulting Russell Crowe to Oscar glory and reviving Rome’s ...

Romanfest is a free event that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of Roman soldiers and civilians. It takes place ...

Archaeologists uncover Roman weapons and Messapian city walls near Ugento, southern Italy, tied to the Hannibalic War era in 209 B.C.

A recent discovery in the United Kingdom shows that chunky jewelry has always been in fashion – even in Ancient Rome. Wessex Archaeology announced the discovery of the unusual eight-sided ring ...

Against the ancient backdrop of Rome’s Colosseum, thousands gathered Friday evening for the solemn Via Crucis procession, where Cardinal Baldassare Reina carried the cross on behalf of Pope ...

Unfortunately for the Romans, high tariffs often led to higher prices, black markets and other economic woes.

Archaeologists in Italy have recently discovered ancient Roman tombs while excavating a necropolis, including one with a gladiator's epitaph. Coins, lamps and vases were also found.

A Gladiator’s Marble-Etched Epitaph Is Found in an Ancient Roman Necropolis The graveyard of Liternum, near Naples, was in use between the first century B.C.E. and the third century C.E.

Archaeology & History Ancient Mausoleum With Gladiator’s Epitaph Unearthed in Italy Last year, the same necropolis produced a beautifully painted tomb.

The ruins of an ancient Jewish ritual bath have been found near Rome – the oldest such discovery outside of the biblical region of Israel and the surrounding area.

Caesar’s Spy is one such tale, detailing one warrior’s quest for revenge. Set in Rome during the last days of the Republic, Caesar’s Spy centers around the Gallic mercenary Coax.

Lead pollution in ancient Rome was so high that it dropped the population’s IQ by around 3 points, if not more. Elites were exposed to lead through water pipes, cooking pots, bath tubs ...