Pliny the Elder was an intellectual powerhouse of ancient Rome. Though not a physician, in describing the ideal daily routine ...

Key Takeaways Gladiators only fought 2-3 times annually, spending most of their time training intensively in gladiator ...

'What Was a Roman Emperor’s Daily Life Like?' Classicist and author Mary Beard sits down with Tristan Hughes in this filmed podcast for the The Ancients podcast to discuss the role of the Roman ...

In the shadow of Vesuvius, Pompeii has long offered an unparalleled window into ancient Roman life—but the view has been skewed. For centuries, women’s roles in the city have been overlooked or ...

This episode explores the labor that sustained Rome's bustling economy and vibrant urban life. Discover the diverse jobs of ancient Rome, from prestigious careers like soldiers and artisans to the ...

From dealing with nits to learning the three Rs, ancient Roman childhood bore some striking similarities to the modern ...

It doesn't look like much from the outside, but the inside of the Australian National University Classics Museum in Canberra ...