Greek Reporter

The History of the Ancient Greek Colonies in the Black Sea

The strategic, cultural, and economic significance of ancient Greek colonies in the Black Sea and their enduring legacy.
Ancient Origins

Samikon Temple's Secret: Was it an Ancient Greek Archive?

Recent excavations at a 6th-century BC temple in western Greece have unearthed compelling evidence suggesting that some ancient sanctuaries were more than just places of worship. A team of ...
Greek Reporter

Babylonian Bridal Auction: One of the Earliest Marriage Markets in History

The Babylonian bridal auction, described by Greek historian Herodotus in the 5th century BC, is regarded as one of the ...

Did ancient Greeks let women compete in the Olympics?

The ancient Olympic games were crowded with male athletes, but were there opportunities for females to compete in sports?
NPR

Ancient Greek and Roman statues often smelled like roses, a new study says

Researchers have known for many years that there was more to ancient Greek and Roman statues than the plain white marble you typically see in museums. A few years ago, museum visitors in New York City ...