Ancient Rome used high tariffs to raise money too – and created other economic problems along the way
Unfortunately for the Romans, however, these tariffs often led to higher prices, black markets and other economic problems.
Everything We Ask of Art Is in These Marbles
The 2,000-year-old Torlonia collection of Roman sculptures, now at the Art Institute of Chicago, has the urgency of the ...
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Even if you ruled an empire, you would need to remind yourself not to be angry or surprised when others don't measure up to ...
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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 ...
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Who Was The Best Roman Emperor in History?
What comes to mind when you think about the kind of Roman Emperor who managed to establish an indestructible empire?
Long-lost Roman canal built by Julius Caesar's uncle may be found
Scientists in France may be hot on the trail of a long-lost canal that the Romans built over two millennia ago while battling ...
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The Strange Story of Sosipatra, the Greek Philosopher to Whom Mysterious Beings Granted the Power of Divination
Eunapius of Sardis, a Greek historian and rhetorician who lived between the 4th and 5th centuries AD, wrote a Life of the ...
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GENE MONIN: 'Good’ Roman emperor easily trumps today’s leaders
A lesson from second century Marcus Aurelius. He was one of Rome’s only five good emperors. He reigned at the peak of the ...
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Significant yearly growth forecast for Aurelius
PETALING JAYA: Aurelius Technologies Bhd ’s prospects should improve over the next six months, driven by the completion of its customers’ destocking activities. In addition, improved margins ...
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From Augustus’ Reign To The ‘Five Good Emperors,’ Go Inside The Famous Pax Romana Era
From 27 B.C.E. to 180 C.E., the Roman Empire saw a period of relative tranquility and prosperity now known as the Pax Romana — which translates to "Roman Peace." But despite the name of this era, the ...