Ancient texts speak of a strange and valuable metal known as orichalcum. The mystical material was often dismissed as a ...

Upon his return to Pontus, which was likely welcomed by those who remained loyal to his father, Mithradates VI had his mother ...

Continents and oceans have scientific definitions that underpin international law. The idea of dividing the world into geographical zones is ancient ...

Among the seven wonders of the ancient world (term used by ancient writers to indicate the seven most important monuments ...

The ancient Romans were the first to compile comprehensive texts about more than one subject, and that’s why we say they ...

The Ancient Theatre of Hephaistia on the island of Limnos, Greece, is a remarkable testament to the rich cultural heritage of ...

Last month we took a quick trip to Tuscany. Among the wines we sampled was Sassicaia, the fabled Cabernet blend from Bolgheri on the Tuscan coast. I said that the wine was an “instant ...

Russian River Brewing Co. was recently recognized as one of the best breweries in the country by drink culture publication ...

One of the seven ancient wonders of the world, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus has an enduring influence on architecture and ...

Old Roman Era Clifftop Beach House With 360-Degree Island View Discovered, Used for Strategic Military Purposes Workers ...

From lost masterpieces and ancient artifacts with mysterious purposes to discoveries illuminating life in past centuries ...