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Why the Roman Empire dominates our imagination
From viral memes to bestselling books, Hollywood blockbusters to history podcasts, the fascination with ancient Rome refuses ...
Vengeful ghost cat, divorce lizard, phantom horse: the animals that haunted Ancient Rome and Greece
The handful animal ghosts in the ancient world are often depicted not as friendly visitors but as mere tools for humans – and ...
Greek Reporter4d
When Rome Turned Ancient Greece’s Sparta into a Theme Park
After Rome conquered Ancient Greece, it turned Sparta into a theme park, with performances for tourists showcasing its ...
A rare peek at the hidden waterworks behind Rome’s Trevi Fountain
ROME (AP) — The Trevi Fountain, arguably the world’s most famous, has graced screens for decades, from Fellini’s “La Dolce ...
Ancient statues were colorful — and perfumed
The myth that the statues of ancient Greece and Rome were white was created over time and upheld in part to serve racist ideological purposes. But in reality, ancient works of art were colorful, and ...
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Filipino runner places 18th in 30th Rome Marathon
ROME – Italy-based runner Lorenzo Castro Jr. emerged the best Filipino runner after securing 18th place in the 30th Acea Run ...
Greek Reporter7d
Ancient Greek Martial Art ‘Pankration’ and Its Influence on MMA
The history and techniques of Pankration, an ancient Greek martial art, have had a significant impact on modern mixed martial ...
The Ancient Greek Guide to Future-Proofing Your Posture
One powerlifter academic may have found a way to build lifelong, full-body strength and stability in a very old and rare source.
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How Roman society integrated people who altered their bodies and defied gender norms
In ancient Rome, some men who did not fit neatly within gender categories were called "cinaedi." They were usually adult males singled out for their extreme effeminacy and nonnormative sexual desires.