The Vigiles were ancient Rome’s firefighters and night watchmen.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Archaeologists found evidence of a previously unknown Roman-era administrative center in present-day Switzerland. Experts believe ...

The economy is groaning, but treasure hunters and archaeologists are cheering.” Amid Europe’s record-breaking heatwave and ...

Ancient Roman finds backing to the 2nd century BC are on display in the ‘Colosseo’ new subway station, designed as a museum to showcase the archaeological finds uncovered during its construction, in ...

Workers made a surprise discovery of ancient artifacts during the expansion of a pasta factory in Italy earlier this summer.

One of the world's most popular tourist destinations is now offering visitors — and commuters — a new way to experience its ancient history. Rome opened two new subway stations, including one located ...

Archaeologists found evidence of a previously unknown Roman-era administrative center in present-day Switzerland. Experts believe this settlement was crucial for commerce and record-keeping—all part ...

Rome opened two subway stations on Tuesday — one deep beneath the Colosseum — that mix the modernity of high-tech transport with artifacts from an ancient era. Commuters and tourists entering the ...