Ancient Greeks believed in supernatural causes for almost all events and attributed them to the goddess Tyche. The Romans ...

Nero's reign was a total catastrophe—so it's fitting that when this deranged emperor's end came, it was utterly chilling.

Hanukah is really for Muslim Jews for two reasons, One is because Hanukah (Hebrew for faithful dedication-Islam) refers to ...

The oil: Judah Makabee ordered the Temple to be purified, and a new altar to be built in place of the one polluted by pig’s ...

Boxer Theagenes of Thasos was one of the towering sports figures from the ancient Olympic Games who supposedly won 1,400 ...

When I hear the word ‘Greece’, my mind immediately thinks of pebbled beaches and clear, balmy turquoise waters. These ...

Discover the hidden treasures of Turkey's landmarks. From ancient ruins to secret beaches, explore rich history and natural ...

The remains of ancient bronze statues, including sculpted snakes up to 35 inches long, have been found within a hot spring in Italy.

Gayla Peevey used the popularity of her hit "I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas" to help the OKC Zoo get its first hippo.

Coins were an excellent way for leaders to advertise their victories whether in battle or at the Olympic Games. King Philip (reigned 359–336 BCE), father of Alexander the Great, celebrated his win in ...

The nation of Greece is one of the most archaeologically rich countries in the world. For evidence, look no further than the ...

The Bahra 1 site, where the statues were found, has been a focal point for research on ancient Stone Age societies in Arabia since 2009. Excavations at the site have given insights into the Ubaid ...