Who Were the Harpies in Ancient Greece and Rome?
In the mythology of ancient Greece and Rome, the harpies were a group of animal-human hybrid monsters like the sirens and the ...
These old Roman buildings could unlock how to build in a warming world
The recycled buildings of Rome, long dismissed by architects, are getting a reappraisal as a model for how to reduce waste ...
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When in Rome: How to Eat Like a Local in Italy's Capital
Our in-the-know culinary travel guide to the best things to eat in Italy's bustling capital—plus recipes for making many of ...
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Minoan Greece Had Fast Food 3,600 Years Ago, Food Stall Discovery Reveals
Minoan Greece had fast food 3,600 years ago, with food stalls serving dishes like souvlaki, a beloved Greek staple still popular today.
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It's time to build an ancient Roman city near an exploding volcano
City-building can be an exhausting affair, once you’ve evolved beyond the initial joy of cottage windows lighting up ...
The Best Airbnbs in Rome for an Italian Escapade
The ancient city of Rome is nothing short of mesmerizing—and staying in one of the best Airbnbs in Rome makes it all the ...
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'Game of Thrones' Just Got Real: Scientists Brought Back Actual Dire Wolves Using Ancient DNA
Colossal Biosciences—the company whose mission is “de-extinction”—has pulled off one of the wildest feats in modern science: ...
Figs, meat – and not too much sex. A good diet in ancient times was more than what you ate
Some advice for staying healthy may sound familiar. But other recommendations – such as a fig-only diet for athletes – may ...
How the simple fork almost tore apart the fabric of society
The fork’s journey from reviled symbol of moral decay to utilitarian instrument is a story of power, privilege, and ...
Oh SNAP: Mass. Rep. McGovern’s mission to fight food insecurity | Bay State Briefing
U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern rolled out legislation that would protect the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, as food ...
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Ancient Diet: Figs, Meat, Little Sex Key to Health
In the modern world, we know good nutrition is essential for our health.Author Konstantine Panegyres Lecturer in Classics and Ancient History, The ...