In Ancient Greece and Rome, who were the harpies, and why did they stink so much?
Much like similar derogatory titles “siren” and “fury”, the term “harpy” is derived from a group of monstrous female figures ...
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The Ancient Roman Emperors Who Loved Greece
Several ancient Roman emperors loved Greece. As the Roman Empire consolidated, Greek culture, literature, politics, and art ...
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis enjoy family time in Rome, amid the divorce speculation
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis enjoy a family vacation in Rome while facing divorce rumors related to Ashton’s association ...
The hidden meaning behind Rome's famous arch monuments
Public ceremonies, lavish processions, and temporary wooden arches were commonplace after victory in Ancient Rome. But during ...
April Fools' Day is on April 1. Here's what to know about the holiday's origins
April Fools' origins may go back all the way to ancient civilization, but the exact start of the prank-filled holiday remains ...
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In Rome, scaffolding and construction add to the hustle and bustle
Rome is in the midst of a major uplift with billions of euros pouring in from a European Union pandemic recovery fund just as the Vatican City celebrates a jubilee.
Where did April Fools' Day come from? History behind the holiday's origins
While it is widely believed that April Fools' Day may have roots back in ancient Rome or Britain, clear references to the ...
Where did April Fools’ come from? Here's the history, origin and some April Fools' Day deals
Here’s the history of April Fools’ Day and which restaurants are running April Fools' Day price cuts instead of pranks today, ...