New research examines how lead was used in Rome in daily life, and what archaeological evidence reveals about its health effects.

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The fall of the Western Roman Empire is a myth that oversimplifies history. Watch how the empire transitioned and survived, shaping Italy’s future for centuries. Killers without a cause: The rise in ...

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There’s a saying that, when Rome falls, the whole world will fall. Which frankly seems a little melodramatic and egotistical ...

A scientist who figured out the secret behind ancient Rome's self-repairing concrete has recently confirmed his theory at a ...

The same travertine quarries near Rome that built St. Peter’s Basilica and the Colosseum are still being dug out today.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The two tombs date from the time of Rome While the tombs and the shrine were found within the modern city's boundaries, they would ...

While the tombs and the shrine were found within the modern city's boundaries, they would have been situated outside the ancient walls of Rome. Two Roman Republic-era tombs were discovered during ...