Venus figurines, with exaggerated sexual characteristics such as big hips and breasts, began appearing about 40,000 years ago ...

Archaeological evidence suggests the existence of "Gladiatrix," female gladiators who competed in ancient Rome.

According to a few viral claims, 'Torenza' was once a thriving ancient kingdom that traded with the Roman Empire before ...

The tall, adult men probably died during the battle of Mursa in 260 C.E., according to a new analysis of their remains ...

In Croatia, archaeologists have discovered a mass grave dating back to the third century CE that indicates another key to ...

Archaeologists led by University of Missouri professor Marcello Mogetta have uncovered a massive stone-lined water basin in the ancient Roman city of Gabii, just eleven miles east of Rome. Built ...

Ghosts stories appear in several surviving texts from ancient Rome. What do they reveal about the people who told them?

By Liv Smith, Staff Writer On Tuesday, Oct. 21, the College hosted Dr. Erin Hanses of Penn State University for a lecture ...

Archaeologists uncover how early humans in Italy butchered elephants and forged survival from their bones 400,000 years ago.

Now at the Kimbell Art Museum, this exhibition is the first in the U.S. to display works from a vast, vital Italian collection, featuring sculptures that reflect Roman innovation and ambition.

Rome once had a near-equal rival just 11 miles away in the early days of the empire. The ancient Roman city of Gabii may not ...

Did you know dogs have a long history with militaries throughout the world, dating back to the dawning days of civilization?