The red planet Mars, named for the Roman god of war, has long been an omen in the night sky. And in its own way, the planet’s rusty red surface tells a story of destruction. Billions of years ...

Archaeologists in France have discovered dozens of Roman-era graves of men who were buried with "curse tablets," at least one of which was written in an extinct language. Excavations underneath an ...

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, Mars — the planet of energy, action and passion — also rules the month of March, making it all the more fitting that it’s so prominent in our skies. The ...

Did the Romans believe in a god? What gods did Romans have? What did Roman soldiers believe in? Why did soldiers worship Mithras? Key words ANITA: The Romans in Scotland; gods and beliefs.

Aside from the spirits, worshipped privately at home, the Romans had a large number of public gods. Many gods were believed to have taken part in the founding of Rome. All were consulted and ...

While March derives its name from Mars, the Roman god of war, it’s intriguing that this month is also designated as Fire Prevention Month, a time dedicated to safeguarding against destruction.