Caligula, the ancient Roman emperor infamous for his insanity and cruelty, may have had a soft spot for plants, according to recently published research. A new study co-authored by Trevor Luke, a ...

The story of one of the world’s most powerful civilizations comes to life this week with the two-night premiere of “The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire” on History Channel. The special event begins ...

During the first part of the two-part special event, viewers tuning in will learn more about the brutal assassination that led to Rome’s first emperor, Augustus, being ushered in.

There’s no rehabilitating the reputation of Caligula. The 1st-century C.E. Roman Emperor has gone down in the annals of history accused of deeply transgressive behavior, to say nothing of his ...

Click into the map for a closer look. The province of Baetica in Spain was a hub for the production of olive oil, which was ...

In ancient Rome, an emperor’s hairstyle was far more than fashion — it was a carefully crafted symbol of authority, masculinity, and political identity. From clean-shaven rulers to powerful bearded ...

ROME (AP) — For the first time in nearly 2,000 years, visitors to Rome’s world-renowned Colosseum will have the opportunity to walk through a hidden imperial passage that once allowed Roman emperors ...

Throughout history, empires have risen and fallen over the centuries, all of which have shaped the world today. The ancient ...

Caligula, the ancient Roman emperor infamous for his insanity and cruelty, may have had a soft spot for plants, according to recently published research. A new study co-authored by Trevor Luke, a ...