Ancient Greek Murder Court Found in Athens

"Part of the ancient Greek court Palladion, which tried murder cases from Classical until the Roman Ages, was discovered along with movable findings in downtown Athens."

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Archaeologists Excavate Major Ancient Urban Center in Macedonia

"Known as Heraclea Lyncestis, its ancient remains are located atop a low-lying hill near the present-day town of Bitola in the Republic of Macedonia. Under the direction of Anica Georgievska and Engin Nasuh of the National Museum of Bitola, with cooperation from the New Bulgarian University, a team of archaeologists, students and volunteers will be revealing more of its remains, exploring the residential areas near a monumental Roman theater that punctuates its appearance."

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Rare Ancient Statue Depicts Topless Female Gladiator

"A small bronze statue dating back nearly 2,000 years may be that of a female gladiator, a victorious one at that, suggests a new study."

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First Homer Encyclopedia Brings Epic Poetry and Ancient Greece to Life

"Homer, one of the most famous poets of all time, is firmly entrenched in the Western canon as a master of classical literature. His two most renowned works, the Iliad and the Odyssey, are core texts for students and scholars alike. Now, Prof. Margalit Finkelberg of Tel Aviv University's Department of Classics has created an illuminating new tool, the world's first Homer Encyclopedia."

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