From desert carvings to underwater ruins, these ancient structures are so advanced that experts still can’t agree on what ...

Halloween-themed program at Biddle House explores toxic herbs, ancient rituals, and the women behind the lore.

As evidence of alcohol's harms mounts, some people are testing out sobriety. Look to ancient civilizations' ways for a reset, scholars suggest.

For 5,000 years, there has been dancing, processions, rituals and feasts. What have we celebrated, from Africa to Asia, Europe to South America? Take a look.

Torchbearers will begin carrying flame through Canada next week on 106-day relay Vancouver Olympics official: "It will be the longest domestic relay in Olympic history" (CNN) -- The torch for the 2010 ...

The origins of Rome have been debated for centuries but one tale has prevailed over the rest: twin brothers Romulus and Remus ...

Explore the unique social and sexual freedoms of Spartan women, their roles in society, marriage customs, and the practice of ...

ATHENS, Oct. 16 (Xinhua) -- Greek water polo player Elena Xenaki will serve as the final torchbearer on Greek soil for the ...

Cheryl Miller, Diana Taurasi and Candace Parker are among a select group named the best to ever play the game during the 50 ...

Ancient Greek writers provide descriptions of a strange island where the inhabitants lived nude, deeply loved women and hated ...

What is the difference between representative government and the government in ancient Athens? In a representative government ...

The mummy portraits are stunning. Their production began around 30-40 ce, sixty or so years after the defeat of ...