Reverse-engineering pinpoints materials and techniques used by Romans, Mayans and Chinese; the research could help contemporary architecture to endure

Officials say findings under site of future hotel provide a rare look at Roman history over the centuries

High numbers of Jews likely served in the legions that brought down Jerusalem and could have constituted even up to 15% of the vast empire's army

New analysis of artifact from late 2nd century, discovered in Colchester in 1853, depicts duel between fighters Memnon and Valentinus

Scientists have long wondered what made the material so durable, but a new MIT study utilizing microarchaeology and infrared cameras gives insight into Herod's enduring monuments

Antiquities Authority dubs path 'highway of the ancient world'; excavation works also unearth pottery shards, metal vessels and coins

While excavations in the ancient Roman city tend to focus on the wealthy upper-class, new discoveries reveal details of life for the not-so-rich-and-famous

Reports say locals have been plundering site in recent weeks; Archeologists say find likely points to nearby Roman temple or a Byzantine church

Experts find skeleton with a nail through its heel bone, in first physical remnant of the excruciating Roman punishment found in northern Europe

Remains of a man presumed to be aged 40-45 were found under meters of volcanic rock in ancient Roman city of Herculaneum