A recent study by historian Connor Beattie, published in the Journal of Ancient History, reveals a little-known but crucial ...

The evolution of the term "barbarian" in ancient Greek thought—from cultural outsider to a symbol of uncivilized otherness—is ...

A new look into Caligula, the infamous Roman Emperor, suggests his reputation as a master poisoner came from an expertise in ...

Meet Worthy of Armor, Don't Fail, and Hot Flanks, ancient Scythian names for woman Amazon warriors, now revealed on Greek vases.

Self-tormenting practices were all the rage in ancient Byzantium, from wearing chains to living on top of small pillars—and ...

The Panegyri Greek Festival is celebrating its 50th year June 27-29. Here's everything to know before you go.

When a section of road in eastern Cyprus collapsed, officials looked into the gaping hole and were surprised to find a long-forgotten ancient tomb. Excavations revealed the roughly 2,000-year-old ...

Was Caligula misunderstood? New research shows the Roman emperor likely knew more about medicinal plants than historians once ...