We know everything about male gladiators, but what about women in the arena? Historical research and archaeology demonstrate ...

Marriage in Ancient Greece was an important union and the wedding ceremony was a three-day celebration for family and friends.

Asia continues to inspire travel with a mix of ancient cultures, modern cities and ever-changing landscapes. With global ...

Tidal flooding affecting many regions is driven by the climate crisis. Global warming is triggering the more frequent ...

A new study suggests that certain genetic differences, passed down from ancient human ancestors, and exposure to common present-day chemicals could explain why some women are more likely to develop ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Women in Mexico are buying chinampas, ancient Aztec island farms, to preserve a threatened ecosystem through ...

Could Greek women leave the house? Could they drink wine? Did they fight in wars? Join Historian Honor Cargill-Martin as she reveals the truth about what life was like for women in Ancient Greece.

Like all women of their time, Asellina and Zmyrina could not vote. But they found influence in their own ways. Asellina owned a popular thermopolium on a bustling corner of ancient Pompeii, where her ...

In the shadow of Vesuvius, Pompeii has long offered an unparalleled window into ancient Roman life—but the view has been skewed. For centuries, women’s roles in the city have been overlooked or ...