5 years ago, Roman Ruiz ‘died.’ Here’s how he rebuilt his life

Recovering from cardiac arrest and a brain injury hasn’t been easy, but family and faith have made it possible for the former ...

Glimpse of Roman life seen from intact sarcophagus dug up in Budapest

Archaeologists in Hungary have unearthed a well-preserved Roman sarcophagus, revealing insights into the life of a young woman from 1,700 years ago.

1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus unearthed, revealing treasures buried with woman of "higher social status"

When researchers carefully lifted the lid, they uncovered a complete skeleton surrounded by dozens of artifacts.
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In Merida, Conservators Documented A Roman Mosaic Panel Depicting Medusa, Adding Mythic Iconography To Augusta Emerita’s Lavish Pavements

Merida already holds a reputation for stunning Roman remains, yet a newly documented mosaic panel featuring Medusa adds a ...
Inverse

Ancient burials reveal how ordinary Romans fed their dead for the afterlife

This strange discovery is just one among a trove of new details on ancient Roman life and death found at the necropolis Vila de Madrid, which today lies in the heart of the city of Barcelona. In a new ...
PBS

Roman citizens depicted in sculpture

For wealthy Romans, life was good. They lived in beautiful houses – often on the hills outside Rome, away from the noise and the smell. They enjoyed an extravagant lifestyle with luxurious furnishings ...
HistoryExtra

Female gladiators shocked the ancient Roman world — but not for the reason you think

Though rare, female gladiators did appear in the Roman arena, challenging ancient Rome’s expectations and revealing how ...
Chicago Tribune

Apicius: Ancient Roman epitomized life of excess

Apicius was such an over-the-top foodie, even by the grand standards of the Roman Empire, that his name not only became synonymous with the culinary high life but, so scholars believe, also the ...