The work in Laodicea had previously unearthed a statue of Aslepius, so discovering the head of Hygieia added to the existing ...

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In "The Second Estate," Boston College law professor Ray Madoff argues that America’s tax code has birthed a modern ...

Completed in 2010 to mark the millennial anniversary of Hanoi, the Ceramic Mosaic Mural is the world’s largest ceramic mosaic, spanning 2.5 miles (4km) in length. What was once a grey concrete dyke ...

Long before municipal water treatment plants and chlorination, ancient societies faced the same essential challenge we ...

Southern Europe is overflowing with charm, but beyond the well-trodden paths of Italy and Greece lie treasures waiting to be discovered. From Portugal’s sunlit coasts to Croatia’s island-studded seas, ...

THE WINDOW framed the blush of a new day as the plane descended into Istanbul. Returning to Türkiye for a fourth time did not diminish the enigma and romance of the only country nestled between two ...

Unlike many Greek settlements, Porto Hydra is not an ancient marvel, but a modern one ... Cross the beautiful bridges, pass ...

In a world dominated by modern conveniences and digital devices, it's humbling to discover the surprising sophistication of ancient technologies. A visit to the ancient city of Side, nestled on the ...

What does this 13-day cruise deliver? A generous sampling of vibrant colors, exotic flavors, romantic settings, refreshing ...

The most artistically vibrant theaters in Los Angeles and beyond are a proving ground for actors, where even stars such as ...