You’ve heard of Alexander the Great and all he’s accomplished, but little is mentioned of his mother. The woman who […] ...

This medicinal plant was so coveted, it was worth its weight in gold. But this ultimately brought its downfall.

Is the famous legend of Jason and the Argonauts based on real events? This article reveals that the legend appears remarkably historical.

Ancient people of Mount Athos, Greece probably owed their longevity to their bizarre eating habits. Let's take a look at the ...

Lysistrata” chronicles the story of a young Greek woman weaponizing her sexual prowess for the greater good. What lessons can ...

In ancient Egypt, a rearing cobra ... with the caduceus of Hermes - emissary and messenger of the Greek gods. His staff has two snakes winding up its length and topped by wings.

I want the wearer to feel its strength, passion and wisdom,’ says Mouzannar. In Greek mythology, snakes represent the beginning of life. They have been inspirational for contemporary Greek jewellers, ...

WASHINGTON — Ancient Greece produced the earliest records of democracy, western philosophy — and, it turns out, lead pollution. Researchers studying sediment cores recovered from mainland ...

even reflecting historical events such as the conquest of Greece by the Romans. The Aegean region gave rise to some of the earliest cultures of ancient Europe. The research team investigated when ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Lunar New Year festivals and prayers marked the start of the Year of the Snake around Asia and farther ...

It is believed only carp that were able to jump over the Dragon Gate became dragons. Other parts of the world hold snakes in similar high regard. Ancient Greek mythology connects snakes with wisdom ...