Unusual Roman artifact found in New Orleans yard linked to World War II theft
Couple Finds Ancient Roman Artifact in New Orleans Backyard A couple in New Orleans discovered an intriguing Roman artifact in their backyard recently, and authorities now understand how it got there. The Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans (PRCNO) revealed the story on October 6th, recounting how a simple gardening project turned into an international […]
Turkish archaeological discoveries at Dülük bring ancient Roman dishes back to life
Best Tips for Baking Bread Chef Eric Levine, who owns 317 Main Street, shares some advice for making bread at home on “Fox & Friends Weekend.” Recent excavations in Türkiye have revealed not just artifacts but also age-old recipes, bringing ancient Roman flavors back to life today. Turkish archaeologists have recently finished digging at the […]
Ancient Roman object featuring mysterious writing discovered in New Orleans yard
Unexpected Find in New Orleans Backyard NEW ORLEANS — While clearing out an overgrown backyard, a family stumbled upon something quite unexpected: a marble slab covered in Latin inscriptions, including the phrase “Spirits of the Dead.” “Finding Latin was a bit of a shock, for sure,” noted Daniela Santoro, an anthropologist at Tulane University. “I […]
Ancient Roman helmet from the First Punic War found near the Italian coast
Ancient Roman Helmet Unearthed in Italy A remarkable discovery has been made in Italy: a helmet that dates back about a thousand years to the early days of ancient Rome. This finding was announced by local officials in Sicily on September 5th, detailing that the helmet was retrieved from the waters surrounding the Aegates Islands […]
Huge Roman assembly hall found in the biblical city of Laodicea, Turkey
Excavation Reveals Roman Council Hall and Christian Sculptures in Türkiye Recently, archaeologists uncovered the remains of a substantial Roman Council hall in Türkiye, a site featuring sculptures tied to early Christian practices. This fascinating discovery comes from the ancient city of Laodicea, as reported by Anadolu Agency in August. Laodicea, situated in modern-day Denizli, Turkey, […]
Coins and ancient treasures from a prestigious Roman family discovered in Romania
Ancient Treasures Discovered in Romania Recently, Romanian archaeologists have stumbled upon remarkable artifacts belonging to a wealthy Roman family, which were buried beneath a city for centuries. This intriguing revelation was made public by the Romanian National Museum of History on August 23, highlighting findings from the ancient Greek city of Historia, located on the […]
Submerged Roman bathhouse near Naples might have belonged to orator Cicero
Ancient Roman Bathhouse Found Underwater in Naples Recently, archaeologists in Italy uncovered an ancient Roman bathhouse lying submerged beneath the waters near Naples. It could possibly be linked to the renowned Roman orator, Marcus Tullius Cicero. The discovery was announced by the Campi Flegrei Archaeological Park on August 6th. Although the site was initially identified […]
New archaeological findings show that Roman gladiators fought brown bears in arenas.
Gladiators and Bears: A Surprising Historical Connection Recent discoveries paint a vivid picture of the brutal spectacles that occurred in ancient arenas. The cinematic portrayal of gladiators isn’t as far-fetched as it might seem. A new study suggests that a brown bear likely participated in multiple events, as detailed by a UN researcher in a […]
Owners of Employees Only are launching an Italian restaurant called Ziggy’s Roman in Dumbo.
New Family Restaurant Opening in Brooklyn Igor Hadzismajlovic, a co-founder of a trendy Manhattan cocktail lounge, is starting a new venture in Brooklyn with his wife, Helen Zhang, and colleague Edo Ademovic. Set to launch next month, Ziggy’s Roman Café will be located at 15 Main Street in Dumbo, as revealed by Chan in Side […]
Experts find a 1,700-year-old Roman bathhouse in Turkey.
Ancient Roman Bathhouse Found in Turkey Recently, archaeologists have uncovered a luxurious Roman bathhouse in Turkey, which surpasses a previous discovery from another period. This exciting find was reported by the Turkish Anadolu Agency (AA). It all began when landowners, while planting sour cherry saplings, stumbled upon a Roman floor mosaic earlier this year. Using […]