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Greek and Roman nymphs weren’t just sexy nature spirits. They had other important jobs too
Acteon, having accidentally seen the goddess Diana and her nymphs bathing, begins to change into a stag. Metropolitan…
New Study Reveals Roman Siege of Masada Lasted Just Weeks, Not Years
At a Glance Researchers from Tel Aviv University have used modern technology to reexamine the Roman siege of…
Modern Science Needs Ancient Roman Lead—And That’s a Problem
A 2,000-year-old Roman shipwreck off the coast of Sardinia, carrying over 30 metric tons of lead ingots, has…
Rome’s Farthest Expedition
The video discusses the discovery of a Roman coin from Marcus Aurelius in Vietnam, suggesting the presence of…