The Antikythera computer captured the ancient Greek passion for mathematics, and especially geometry, and science.

Whether you’re looking to explore the Mediterranean in more detail or revel in the delights of France, Portugal and Spain, Ambassador has ...

In the ancient city of Alexandria, Egypt, a great library burned. It was said by some to have held upwards of half a million ...

Assassin's Creed is one of the biggest video game series ever. With the release of Assassin's Creed Shadows, there are now 15 ...

A new president of the IOC will be elected Thursday as just the 10th leader in its 131-year history after one of the most open Olympic elections in decades. The ...

Only one Englishman who had a great Olympic career ever stood for the IOC presidency before Sebastian Coe. Coe will try to ...

An ancient bronze griffin head, stolen nearly a century ago, has been returned to the Archaeological Museum of Olympia.

Ancient Greeks spent much of their time playing board games practically on a daily basis. They were a beloved part of ancient Greek culture.

The handful animal ghosts in the ancient world are often depicted not as friendly visitors but as mere tools for humans – and ...

But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...

ANCIENT OLYMPIA, Greece (AP) — Seven candidates in the IOC presidential election came to the most sacred Olympic site on Tuesday, two days before the contest to elect a new leader. Rain at ...