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2,000 year old Roman carving of smiley face discovered in Spain

The carving features three distinct elements - a human face, a cornucopia and a phallus - within a space measuring 57 x 42 centimeters.

Ancient Roman-era marble cargo shipwreck found by Israeli beachgoer

The cargo shipment of marble items had been known to the Israel Antiquities Authority for years, but because it was covered in sand, its exact location was unknown.

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Buddha statue uncovered in Egypt's Red Sea reveals ancient trade route

This discovery also showed that Egypt was a gateway between the East and the Roman Empire. 

Ancient underwater temple found off coast of Naples - report

The Nabatean temple was dedicated to the god Dushara and is believed to date back to a time when Nabataean people lived in the Phlegrean Peninsula.

Roman-era military camps found in Saudi Arabian desert

Researchers believe Romans travelled by camel between the camps.

Archaeologists reveal glamorous ancient winery among Roman ruins

Wine production played a key role in the identity of Roman elite, a new study finds.

Temple believed to be dedicated to Roman god of war uncovered in France

The complex was believed to have been a common stop for Roman soldiers stationed nearby under Julius Caesar's reign.

Archaeologists discover ring with carnelian carving of Apollo

The ring was worn in the 2nd century and the wearer would have sought the god's protection.

The debt to the Jewish rebels against Rome - opinion

Brushing aside negative portrayals of the ancient rebels, the Zionists made an ideological connection to them because they had bequeathed an important legacy.

By ROBERT SILVERMAN
13/04/2023

Ancient Egyptian burials inform scientists on state of ancient climate - study

Wooden labels, placed with mummies, have provided scientists insight into the climate and trade of Roman-controlled ancient Egypt.

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