Rome
Scientists find traces of rare 'imperial' Tyrian purple dye found in Roman infant burials in York
Tyrian’s costly nature comes from the difficulty of its creation - made in a process similar to that of tekhelet, the blue dye traditionally used in Judaism to color strings of the tzizit.
US repatriates over 300 artifacts to Italy, including ancient Roman funerary stone found by FBI
Jewish man arrested for allegedly firing pellet gun at left-wing activists in Rome
Fragment of Homer's Iliad discovered inside Roman-era mummy during Egypt excavations
Pope Francis died quickly and without suffering, his doctor says
Dr. Sergio Alfieri said that as soon as he realized the Pope was in a coma, there was nothing he could do to save his life.
Newly formed 'Conservative Party' vows to transform Israeli political landscape
Italian-born entrepreneur Jonathan Pacifici has launched a new Conservative Party in Israel, calling for political reform and a fresh alternative after October 7.
Second round of US-Iran nuclear talks conclude in Rome, third round to take place in few days
Washington wants Iran to halt production of highly enriched uranium, which it believes is aimed at building an atomic bomb.
Mystery stone head found under Rome's Via Latina may depict Roman deity
The head, possibly depicting Jupiter, Apollo, Serapis, or a philosopher, was found reused in the Basilica of Santo Stefano.
Göbeklitepe archaeological exhibition in Rome's Colosseum draws millions
The exhibition 'Göbeklitepe: The Mystery of a Sacred Place' opened at Rome's Colosseum on October 24, 2024, attracting 5 million visitors and will run until April 30, 2025.
Pope Francis no longer needs ventilation, is stable, Vatican says
Vatican says Pope Francis's health is improving but he remains under close watching Rome's Gemelli hospital.
Herzog: This is a wake up call, we are facing absolute cruel evil, we must stand together
Herzog thanked the Roman Jewish community for their support and solidarity with the Israeli people and addressed their deep concerns for the difficult days ahead.
Where do the names for groups of people come from? - explainer
Let’s take a look at some of the many kinds of clusters that have evolved over the centuries and explore the formation and foundation of these group dynamics.
Pope Francis, in hospital, has 'slight fever' but is stable, Vatican says
Despite his periodic health issues and reduced mobility, Francis has kept up a busy schedule, including foreign travel.
Who were the Sogdians, the enigmatic Silk Road merchants?
Renowned for their sense of commerce and diplomacy along the Silk Road from Antiquity to the High Middle Ages, the Sogdians became the most successful merchants of the era.
