Scientists Say Lead in Ink Could Finally Crack Herculaneum’s Burnt Scrolls—So They Baked a Fake One as a Test
How do you test a theory on how to decipher a priceless archaeological artifact? According to a team…
Dueling AIs Reconstruct Rules of Mysterious Roman-Era Board Game
These days, artificial intelligence can take notes during doctor appointments, boost your confidence in school, and help detect…
Vesuvius Exploded in August—So Why Were Pompeii Victims Wearing Heavy Clothing?
Many scholars agree that Mount Vesuvius exploded on August 24th, 79 CE, burying Pompeii and Herculaneum. So why…