One theory suggests the infamous Roman emperor survived an assassination attempt in the tunnel now open to the public.

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

In 122 AD, Roman emperor Hadrian ordered the building of a wall to mark his empire’s British frontier. How long did it take ...

Like the Byzantines, opposition regarded Jaramogi as the Hagia Sophia church, trusting a prophecy that when infidels attacked the church, an angel would descend to restore the Roman Empire.

Archaeologists recently unearthed the remains of ancient Roman marching camps in Saxony-Anhalt — a first for one of Eastern ...

You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength” Recent data shows 84% of adults suffer from chronic stress caused by external factors. Marcus Aurelius ...

The intricately crafted stones - the only such examples ever discovered in Scotland, and among the earliest found anywhere in Britain - were uncovered by chance during excavations at a cricket ...

For decades, history and archaeology books have painted a very clear image of the covered Roman markets known as macellum.

With new technology, smarter tools, and a lot of patient digging, historians and archaeologists are uncovering marvels from every corner of the world. One day it’s an enormous thigh bone from a ...

Millions visit the vast and remarkably preserved ancient city of Ephesus each year, stepping back through the centuries to walk marble streets, explore Roman baths and admire landmarks like the ...

Revealing remarkable religious diversity in the region, German archaeologists uncovered evidence of Christians and ...

The Jonathan Ross Show ITV1/ITVX, 9.30pm After his memorable appearance on The Celebrity Traitors, Ross returns with his chat show. Guests are actors Hugh Bonneville and Riz Ahmed, rugby player Ellie ...