Wisdom From the 'Philosopher King'—75 Famous Quotes From Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius originally appeared on Parade.

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Carlson has voiced strong opposition to U.S. intervention against the country amid its war with Israel, while Cruz backs it. Meyers aired footage of the fiery exchange, then quipped: “I will say, this ...

Discover why Tiberius, reluctant and reserved, was nonetheless pushed into becoming the second emperor of Rome after Augustus’s death. This video explores the political maneuvering, dynastic ...

The Roman Republic lasted from 509 to 27BC and a series of unrest and civil wars in the 1st Century BC marked its transition to an empire. "The oldest coin in the hoard dates back to 152BC and has ...

The conversion of Paul the Apostle was a watershed moment in Christianity. Here’s how his efforts to spread the faith jumpstarted what is now the world’s largest religion.

The Roman Republic lasted from 509 to 27BC and a series of unrest and civil wars in the 1st Century BC marked its transition to an empire. "The oldest coin in the hoard dates back to 152BC and has ...

Octavius took the stage name Augustus, consolidated power, and became the first Roman emperor. The Vandals sacked Rome in 455 — after Pope Leo cut a deal to prevent the city from being burned to ...