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 ...
These old Roman buildings could unlock how to build in a warming world
The recycled buildings of Rome, long dismissed by architects, are getting a reappraisal as a model for how to reduce waste ...
Greek Reporter9 小时
The Greek Orthodox Monastery Thriving in Catholic Italy
A Greek Orthodox monastery in Italy, founded more than one thousand years ago is thriving just south of Rome in the epicenter of Catholicism.
‘How to Make Money’ Review: Imperial Investments
Agriculture remained an ideal measure of wealth in the ancient world even after Rome achieved economic superiority.
Roman themed activities at Dorset Museum this Easter
The museum is also hosting Easter activities for families to delve into ancient Rome. The "GLADI-EGG-TOR" trail challenges families to find hidden Roman and gladiator-themed eggs around the museum.
Romans fear the 'Disneyfication' of the Eternal City
In this year of the Catholic Jubilee, some locals are sounding the alarm about the risks of overtourism. But Rome is planning ...
The New Yorker6 天
Why Catullus Continues to Seduce Us
Imbuing his work with a volatile mix of tenderness, aggression, sophistication, and obscenity, the Roman poet left a record ...
How did April Fools' Day start? Here's the history of the holiday and why it's celebrated
April Fools' Day is celebrated worldwide, and many countries have their own unique pranks and jokes. In France, paper fish ...
NPR2 天
Latin
April 2, 2025 • Alt.Latino hosts Felix Contreras and Anamaria Sayre play the new music that caught their ears this week, plus Felix delivers a deep dive into the roots of psicodélico.