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Ancient underground tomb yields rare fresco of clean-shaven Jesus with Roman attributes. Discovery highlights early Christian ...

The modern papacy has focused on spiritual leadership and the pursuit of peace. After the two World Wars, it became a voice ...

Zionists draw on the military imagery of Hanukkah, while others look to the synagogue prayers that focus on the miracle of ...

The Independent reports that archaeologists have discovered infant skeletons from the Roman period bearing significant "negative health markers," pointing to widespread suffering among urban ...

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We explore the stunning survivals of Roman Naples, where ancient theaters are buried under city streets, and return to Rome to uncover the true origins of two iconic churches. One is a princess's tomb ...