The handful animal ghosts in the ancient world are often depicted not as friendly visitors but as mere tools for humans – and ...

But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...

Cleostratus was a truly pioneering Greek astronomer who lived on the small Aegean island of Tenedos in the 6th century BC.

The ancient Greeks deeply believed in the power of curses and their ability to influence the lives of individuals and even ...

Today, many people associate epicureanism with hedonistic pleasure-seeking – but that’s not really what he taught.

For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.

An incredible marble statue of Hermes, the messenger of Zeus, along with statue fragments of other ancient Greek deities have ...

the messenger of Zeus in ancient Greek mythology. Statue fragments of other deities including Eros, Aphrodite, Artemis and Nemesis have also been discovered at the site. According to a statement ...

Phosphorus is a crucial mineral necessary for the development and upkeep of bones and teeth. It plays a role in the generation of energy and the control of kidney functions. Although phosphorus is ...

Leaked audio instructions by Greek rescue co-ordinators have cast further doubt on Greece's official version of events in the hours before a migrant boat sank along with up to 650 people onboard.