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Daily briefing: Bite marks on bones hint that Romans really did fight lions

Discovery of gladiator's pelvis marks indicates evidence of lion-human combat in Roman times.

Concerns arise over undisclosed use of AI in scientific papers affecting integrity.

fromwww.nytimes.com

1 week ago

London

A Roman Gladiator and a Lion Met in Combat. Only One Walked Away.

Archaeologists found the first direct evidence of a gladiator mauled by a lion in Britain.

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

1 week ago

London food

Roman Gladiator Remains Show First Proof of Human-Animal Combat

Recent archaeological findings provide rare evidence of gladiators' combat with beasts, including a notable bite mark from a lion.

The discovery enriches the historical understanding of gladiatorial games and their brutality.

fromwww.theguardian.com

5 months ago

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Gladiator knife handle found in Tyne reflects spread of Roman celebrity culture'

The discovery of gladiator memorabilia emphasizes the celebrity culture surrounding gladiators in Roman times.

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fromNature

6 days ago

Daily briefing: Bite marks on bones hint that Romans really did fight lions

Discovery of gladiator's pelvis marks indicates evidence of lion-human combat in Roman times.

Concerns arise over undisclosed use of AI in scientific papers affecting integrity.

London

fromwww.nytimes.com

1 week ago

A Roman Gladiator and a Lion Met in Combat. Only One Walked Away.

Archaeologists found the first direct evidence of a gladiator mauled by a lion in Britain.

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

1 week ago

London food

Roman Gladiator Remains Show First Proof of Human-Animal Combat

Recent archaeological findings provide rare evidence of gladiators' combat with beasts, including a notable bite mark from a lion.

The discovery enriches the historical understanding of gladiatorial games and their brutality.

fromwww.theguardian.com

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Gladiator knife handle found in Tyne reflects spread of Roman celebrity culture'

The discovery of gladiator memorabilia emphasizes the celebrity culture surrounding gladiators in Roman times.

Icebergs, Iceland, and the Fall of Rome: New Evidence Reveals the Impact of a Medieval Climate Crisis - Medievalists.net

New evidence links a climate event to the reshaping of Europe after the Roman Empire's collapse.

A mass grave for fighters in a Roman Empire-era battle is revealed in Vienna

A mass grave of 1st-century warriors, discovered in Vienna, reveals unique evidence of early conflict between Germanic tribes and the Roman Empire.

fromwww.theguardian.com

3 weeks ago

Germany news

Roman-era battlefield mass grave discovered under Vienna football pitch

Archaeologists in Vienna discovered a mass grave of warriors from the first-century Roman Empire, marking a unique find in military history.

fromMail Online

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Artifact found in footsteps of Jesus unveils new era of history

Ancient Roman settlements discovered, indicating wider control of the empire than previously believed.

fromMedievalists.net

2 months ago

History

Spectacular Iron Age Weapon Sacrifice Unearthed in Denmark-Including a Rare Roman Helmet - Medievalists.net

A significant Iron Age weapon deposit reveals insights into ancient rituals and possible connections to the Roman Empire in Denmark.

History

fromwww.thehistoryblog.com

4 months ago

Largest coin hoard from reign of Nero found in Worcestershire

The Worcestershire Conquest Hoard is the largest Nero-era hoard found, significant for understanding early Roman Britain.

Germany news

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 weeks ago

Mass Grave From Roman Empire Found Under Vienna Soccer Field

Archaeologists discovered a mass grave in Vienna linked to a military defeat during Roman battles with Germanic tribes, revealing rare uncremated remains.

Germany news

fromABC7 Chicago

3 weeks ago

A mass grave for fighters in a Roman Empire-era battle is revealed in Vienna

A mass grave of 1st-century warriors, discovered in Vienna, reveals unique evidence of early conflict between Germanic tribes and the Roman Empire.

Germany news

fromwww.theguardian.com

3 weeks ago

Roman-era battlefield mass grave discovered under Vienna football pitch

Archaeologists in Vienna discovered a mass grave of warriors from the first-century Roman Empire, marking a unique find in military history.

Miscellaneous

fromMail Online

3 months ago

Artifact found in footsteps of Jesus unveils new era of history

Ancient Roman settlements discovered, indicating wider control of the empire than previously believed.

fromMedievalists.net

2 months ago

History

Spectacular Iron Age Weapon Sacrifice Unearthed in Denmark-Including a Rare Roman Helmet - Medievalists.net

A significant Iron Age weapon deposit reveals insights into ancient rituals and possible connections to the Roman Empire in Denmark.

fromwww.thehistoryblog.com

4 months ago

History

Largest coin hoard from reign of Nero found in Worcestershire

The Worcestershire Conquest Hoard is the largest Nero-era hoard found, significant for understanding early Roman Britain.

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 weeks ago

Germany news

Mass Grave From Roman Empire Found Under Vienna Soccer Field

Archaeologists discovered a mass grave in Vienna linked to a military defeat during Roman battles with Germanic tribes, revealing rare uncremated remains.

Why the Romans Stopped Reading Books

Reading culture in ancient Rome declined alongside the empire's wider cultural decay, with significant impacts on literature and education.

Miscellaneous

fromMail Online

2 months ago

Ancient papyrus scroll is deciphered after 1,900 YEARS

A newly deciphered Roman-era papyrus reveals details of a tax fraud case, significant for understanding ancient legal systems.

How Gladiator II Connects to the Original Gladiator

'Gladiator II' explores themes of vengeance, identity, and legacy set 15 years post-Maximus' death, focusing on Lucius Verus' transformation and trials.

fromThe Atlantic

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

'Gladiator II' Is More Than Just a Spectacle

Ridley Scott's Gladiator II elevates the spectacle of its predecessor with increased characters, extravagant battles, and a visually stunning presentation.

fromwww.theguardian.com

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Streaming: Gladiator II and the best sword-and-sandal movies

Hollywood remains captivated by the Roman epic genre, evident through the release of Gladiator II.

Miscellaneous

fromtime.com

5 months ago

How Gladiator II Connects to the Original Gladiator

'Gladiator II' explores themes of vengeance, identity, and legacy set 15 years post-Maximus' death, focusing on Lucius Verus' transformation and trials.

fromThe Atlantic

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

'Gladiator II' Is More Than Just a Spectacle

Ridley Scott's Gladiator II elevates the spectacle of its predecessor with increased characters, extravagant battles, and a visually stunning presentation.

fromwww.theguardian.com

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Streaming: Gladiator II and the best sword-and-sandal movies

Hollywood remains captivated by the Roman epic genre, evident through the release of Gladiator II.

Miscellaneous

What's the Roman salute? Here's the history of Musk's controversial hand gesture

Elon Musk's connection to Roman antiquity sparks debates about symbols and gestures in modern contexts.

from24/7 Wall St.

5 months ago

Europe news

All the Countries Italy Occupied in World War II

Mussolini's ambitions to recreate the Roman Empire were hindered by Italy's military weaknesses, necessitating reliance on German forces during WWII.

fromFast Company

3 months ago

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What's the Roman salute? Here's the history of Musk's controversial hand gesture

Elon Musk's connection to Roman antiquity sparks debates about symbols and gestures in modern contexts.

from24/7 Wall St.

5 months ago

Europe news

All the Countries Italy Occupied in World War II

Mussolini's ambitions to recreate the Roman Empire were hindered by Italy's military weaknesses, necessitating reliance on German forces during WWII.

Airborne lead pollution may have cost ancient Romans 3 IQ points

Lead pollution via air likely impaired cognitive development in ancient Romans, affecting their innovation capabilities.

fromMail Online

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Were the Romans STUPID? Lead pollution caused widespread IQ declines

Lead pollution during the Roman Empire may have caused widespread cognitive decline in the population due to increased industrial activity.

Lead exposure linked to lower IQ and various health issues, particularly damaging to children. The research utilized ice cores for historical analysis.

Miscellaneous

fromBig Think

3 months ago

Airborne lead pollution may have cost ancient Romans 3 IQ points

Lead pollution via air likely impaired cognitive development in ancient Romans, affecting their innovation capabilities.

fromMail Online

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Were the Romans STUPID? Lead pollution caused widespread IQ declines

Lead pollution during the Roman Empire may have caused widespread cognitive decline in the population due to increased industrial activity.

Lead exposure linked to lower IQ and various health issues, particularly damaging to children. The research utilized ice cores for historical analysis.

more#lead-pollution

fromMedievalists.net

3 months ago

History

The Genetic History of Rome, with Hannah Moots - Medievalists.net

Ancient DNA research unveils crucial insights into human history and population dynamics.

Online learning

fromOpen Culture

5 months ago

How Ancient Romans Traveled Without Maps

Romans used itineraries, not maps, for navigation.

The Itinerarium Antonini was crucial for travel.

Travel relied on local amenities for comfort.

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fromInverse

5 months ago

We've Been Wrong About the Pompeii Victims All Along

The recent DNA analysis of Pompeii victims reveals significant discrepancies between historical assumptions and actual identities.

History

fromWorld History Encyclopedia

7 months ago

Book of Revelation

The Book of Revelation offers a unique perspective in Christian texts by emphasizing apocalyptic prophecy rather than the theme of repentance.

History

fromWorld History Encyclopedia

7 months ago

Early Christianity in 10 Maps

Early Christianity's growth was significantly influenced by the Roman Empire's political landscape and key historical figures like Augustus, Paul, and Constantine.

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Daily briefing: Bite marks on bones hint that Romans really did fight lions

A Roman Gladiator and a Lion Met in Combat. Only One Walked Away.

Roman Gladiator Remains Show First Proof of Human-Animal Combat

Gladiator knife handle found in Tyne reflects spread of Roman celebrity culture'

Daily briefing: Bite marks on bones hint that Romans really did fight lions

A Roman Gladiator and a Lion Met in Combat. Only One Walked Away.

Roman Gladiator Remains Show First Proof of Human-Animal Combat

Gladiator knife handle found in Tyne reflects spread of Roman celebrity culture'

Icebergs, Iceland, and the Fall of Rome: New Evidence Reveals the Impact of a Medieval Climate Crisis - Medievalists.net

A mass grave for fighters in a Roman Empire-era battle is revealed in Vienna

Roman-era battlefield mass grave discovered under Vienna football pitch

Artifact found in footsteps of Jesus unveils new era of history

Spectacular Iron Age Weapon Sacrifice Unearthed in Denmark-Including a Rare Roman Helmet - Medievalists.net

Largest coin hoard from reign of Nero found in Worcestershire

Mass Grave From Roman Empire Found Under Vienna Soccer Field

A mass grave for fighters in a Roman Empire-era battle is revealed in Vienna

Roman-era battlefield mass grave discovered under Vienna football pitch

Artifact found in footsteps of Jesus unveils new era of history

Spectacular Iron Age Weapon Sacrifice Unearthed in Denmark-Including a Rare Roman Helmet - Medievalists.net

Largest coin hoard from reign of Nero found in Worcestershire

Mass Grave From Roman Empire Found Under Vienna Soccer Field

Why the Romans Stopped Reading Books

Ancient papyrus scroll is deciphered after 1,900 YEARS

How Gladiator II Connects to the Original Gladiator

'Gladiator II' Is More Than Just a Spectacle

Streaming: Gladiator II and the best sword-and-sandal movies

How Gladiator II Connects to the Original Gladiator

'Gladiator II' Is More Than Just a Spectacle

Streaming: Gladiator II and the best sword-and-sandal movies

What's the Roman salute? Here's the history of Musk's controversial hand gesture

All the Countries Italy Occupied in World War II

What's the Roman salute? Here's the history of Musk's controversial hand gesture

All the Countries Italy Occupied in World War II

Airborne lead pollution may have cost ancient Romans 3 IQ points

Were the Romans STUPID? Lead pollution caused widespread IQ declines

Airborne lead pollution may have cost ancient Romans 3 IQ points

Were the Romans STUPID? Lead pollution caused widespread IQ declines

The Genetic History of Rome, with Hannah Moots - Medievalists.net

How Ancient Romans Traveled Without Maps

We've Been Wrong About the Pompeii Victims All Along

Book of Revelation

Early Christianity in 10 Maps

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