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Roman emperor quiz: Test your knowledge on the rulers of the ancient empire
The Roman emperors were once the most famous people in the world, ruling over an empire that stretched between what are now ...
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Ancient Romans Breathed in Enough Lead to Lower Their IQs, Study Finds. Did That Toxin Contribute to the Empire’s Fall?
Using Arctic ice core samples, researchers estimate silver mining and smelting released enough lead during the Pax Romana to ...
Once-in-a-century discovery in Pompeii reveals life of Roman elite
A private spa complex belonging to a member of the ancient Roman elite, complete with enormous plunge pool and hot baths, has ...
Hoard of ancient Roman coins perplexes archaeologists: 'Extremely rare'
Archaeologists recently concluded their excavation of an area in Luxembourg that contained a hoard of 141 ancient Roman coins ...
How Pollution in Ancient Rome Lowered IQ of Population
Lead pollution might sound like a modern problem, but people were subjected to significant levels during antiquity, too.
Archaeologists dig up 1,600-pound coffin in Roman grave filled with curious material: 'A rare find'
An ancient Roman grave filled with white gypsum was found in England, officials announced last week. The material was reportedly used to make plaster.
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Unveiling Pompeii's Lavish Private Bathhouse: A Glimpse Into Roman Luxury
A newly discovered private bathhouse in Pompeii, Italy, gives insight into the luxurious lifestyle of its ancient Roman ...
New Study Finds How Lead Poisoning Affected Ancient Romans
The presence of lead in things like gasoline and paint up until the 1970s presented a bevy of problems for Americans, not the ...
Search for ancient Roman estate leads to much larger discovery in Germany. Take a look
A search for a rumored Roman estate in Germany led archaeologists to something much larger: the ruins of an ancient Roman ...