The Roman-era poison maker Locusta allegedly played a part in the deaths of Emperor Claudius and his son Britannicus. What do we know about her life story?

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In the nearly 42 years I have lived in the United States, I visited Sri Lanka regularly; in the early decades, maybe once a year and in more recent years, twice and even thrice a year. On each of ...

The expansion of one of the Mediterranean’s strongest powers wasn’t only driven by conquest, but also infrastructure. By borrowing techniques from the Greeks and the Etruscans, Romans engineered ...

After standing for more than 2,000 years and undergoing a major restoration, one of ancient Rome’s finest residences, home to vivid wall paintings and floor coverings, is opening to the public on ...

Tour guides will livestream walk-throughs of the underground space, adorned with mosaic floors and colorful wall frescoes. Simona Murrone/Colosseum Archaeological Park Officials in Rome have unveiled ...

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