That might not sound like such a dazzling accomplishment on its face, but given the drift toward history- and science-lite programming as cablers like History and Discovery pursue younger viewers, the ...

The famed Colosseum in Rome fell into neglect hundreds of years ago, making visitors today strain to imagine how it looked in all its glory back in ancient times. Now the huge stone amphitheater, one ...

The Colosseum has undergone a remarkable transformation over the centuries, evolving from a grand Roman amphitheater hosting gladiatorial games to a decaying ruin, a bustling medieval neighborhood, ...

Archaeologists from the Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA) have excavated the remains of two ancient Roman wells that were first uncovered during road works on the A428 between Bedfordshire and ...

NEW YORK (AP) — In the quest to build better for the future, some are looking for answers in the long-ago past. Ancient builders across the world created structures that are still standing today, ...

The Segovia aqueduct was a statement of intent from Rome to its conquered subjects in Hispania. After two centuries of conflict, Augustus finally succeeded in annexing the Iberian Peninsula to the ...

Explore the role of water in Ancient Rome, a city sustained by impressive engineering. Explore the role of water in ancient Rome, a city sustained by 12 aqueducts that supplied its fountains, ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...