The Roman Empire was a force unlike any other, shaping the ancient world through innovation, conquest, and culture. This ...

The Roman Empire began in 27BC when Augustus became the first official Roman emperor. At its height, it spanned as far west as northern England and as far east as Syria. Life in the Roman Empire ...

Learn how researchers examined lead levels in ice cores dating back to the Roman Empire, and found concentrations high enough ...

Ancient Rome’s relentless lead pollution may have dimmed the intellect of its citizens, leaving a toxic legacy that survives ...