A Nazi captain gave artwork, which depicts an intimate Roman romance, to a civilian. When he died, his heirs decided to ...

A steamy piece of stolen history has finally returned to Italy, decades after its initial disappearance. According to the ...

The mosaic shows a pair of lovers who are partially undressed. The tile may have been in a bedroom floor, Pompeii officials said.

As the sun set on Tuesday night, Rome’s forum – built in the 7th-century BC – Foro Romano – came alive once again. Serving as ...

In April 2025, archaeologists announced the discovery of the first hard physical evidence of gladiatorial combat head-to-head ...

Very few know that a Piazza Navona existed a real artificial lake: No warship, however, nor gladiators in action, only ...

A gruesome but fascinating discovery in an ancient cemetery near York has brought fresh light to the brutal world of Roman ...

The cargo ship was found laden with hundreds of Roman pottery jars, most of which are intact. The house, featuring erotic art and bronze statues, was the epitome of wealth in ancient times. After ten ...

Three ancient bronze gladiator helmets so well preserved that you could “put them on today” are taking centre stage at an exhibition opening at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds this week.

Rebecca Winke’s first visit to Rome was a coup de foudre, and her affection for the Eternal City has only grown over 25 years of living in Italy. She has mastered the art of navigating the city’s ...

A touring exhibition exploring the world of Roman gladiators has opened in Northamptonshire. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery is hosting Gladiators of Britain, which offers insight into the ...