Pompeii
AI helps recover complete text of Herculaneum scroll burnt by Mount Vesuvius
The blackened, fragile scrolls cannot be physically opened without severe damage. Researchers have instead used high-resolution scans and computational techniques to "virtually unwrap" them.
Pompeii victim revealed to be a doctor fleeing Vesuvius’ eruption over 60 years after discovery
Italian archaeologists use AI to generate image of Pompeii victim for first time
Archaeologist revives 2,000-year-old bread recipe in Pompeii after 18 years of experimentation
800 ancient roses: Pompeii's Garden of Hercules reopens
Garden features 1,200 violets, and unique irrigation system restored.
Wall and vault collapse in Pompeii's archaeology park following Campi earthquake
Director Zuchtriegel: Pompeii is fragile — we’re inspecting the site after this morning’s seismic swarm to quickly assess any damage across the area.
New study reveals Pompeii family's last moments during Mount Vesuvius eruption
According to the study, the family attempted to lock themselves in a room, using a bed wedged against the door to barricade themselves as volcanic debris poured in.
Ancient couple's relief found in Pompeii
The symbolism of the carved accessories of the woman may identify her as a priestess of Ceres, indicating her involvement in the religious sphere of Pompeii.
New shade of grey: Pompeii study reveals ancient Roman artists' pigment techniques
New study reveals a previously unknown use of color in Pompeian art.
Mount Vesuvius eruption turned a man's brain into glass. Here's how it happened
The eruption obliterated the thriving ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Once-in-a-century find: Torchbearer's initiation into Dionysus mysteries found in Pompeii
2 million stones, one masterpiece: How the House of the Faun's mosaic was crafted
The Alexander Mosaic, considered the most important mosaic of the Roman age, is a detailed piece of art measuring 583 by 325 centimeters.
Luxury baths for 30: Massive spa complex found in wealthy district of Pompeii
Residence may have been used to promote owner's candidacy in local elections, using banquets to gain support.
Newly discovered DNA changes previous speculation of Pompeii victims' final moments of life
A recent study has undermined prior assumptions about several victims of the Pompeii tragedy.
