Constantine XI Palaiologos's rule as Byzantine Emperor was brief, and his death coincided with the fall of Constantinople.

This painting shaped the way modern society envisions the ancient Roman gladiator. But was it historically accurate?

From uniquely American holiday activities to Welsh winter customs, here’s how different countries and cultures celebrate the ...

From uniquely American holiday activities to Welsh winter customs, here’s how different countries and cultures celebrate the ...

Archaeologists from the Antiquities Ephorate were called to the scene and after a preliminary investigation it became ...

The nation of Greece is one of the most archaeologically rich countries in the world. For evidence, look no further than the ...

Socrates and Confucius are the founders of Western and Eastern Philosophy respectively, and their teachings bare many ...

Thanks to its profound depiction of redemption and damnation, the fresco by Italian sculptor and artist Michelangelo ...

EAMONN Holmes has told pals that he plans to marry girlfriend Katie Alexander. The TV host — divorcing Ruth Langsford — spoke ...

Archaeologists in Greece have uncovered a magnificent ancient building adorned with marble lion sculptures and a treasure ...

Cleopatra VII Philopator was an astute ruler who used her charms to win over the most powerful men in the ancient world as ...

The great 16th century legal scholar Rabbi Yosef Karo posed a startling question concerning why Hanukkah is celebrated for ...