Caledonia, as it was known then, was a frustrating place to be a Roman commander. Rome tried three times to conquer it—and ...

Pirates, check out this early-bird deal for a whole week in Crete, staying at a 4-star hotel. Including flights, the price is ...

The hair color of the ancient Greeks has long intrigued historians. Luckily, evidence of their appearance can be found in ...

These are invariably tied to a creature named Aelius. Upon awakening from these visions, you'll receive a notice that your mana count has increased by one, so don't forget to equip another spell to ...

Roman Emperor Publius Aelius Hadrian, who reigned from 117 to 138 CE, is known for his fondness for male companionship. His ...

He dedicated the only known inscription on the island to Mithras, where he claims to have built a mithraeum with his three fellow praetorians, Flavius Clarinus, Aelius Messius and Aurelius Julianus.

What does 'Last 10' mean? The 'Last 10' information shows this horse's finishing position in its last 10 races. With the most recent on the right. An 'x' signifies a spell and 0 means the horse ...

Ok, look. I know there’s a loooot going on these days, particularly in these United States, but I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has supported kottke.org over the years with a paying ...

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