This mug was creepily made to look like one of their Gods, Bes. Branko van Oppen, curator of Greek and Roman art at the Tampa ...

An analysis of ancient residues left on a vase depicting the Egyptian deity Bes reveals it may have been used to reenact a ...

History consultant Alexander Mariotti speaks with Yahoo UK about the criticism levelled at the sequel, and calls Ridley Scott ...

A recent study finds one of the most famous civilizations in history may have been using hallucinogens in their ancient rituals.

Along with fruit-based alcohol, Egyptians flavored the drink with pine nuts, honey, and sesame seeds, while the addition of ...

Ancient Greek statues and artistic treasures housed in Paris museums depict the Greeks' influence on the entire European continent.

In his fascinating new RTÉ One documentary The Land of Slaves and Scholars, writer and podcaster Blindboy Boatclub explores ...

Researchers have found the first-ever evidence of hallucinogens in an Egyptian mug, validating written records and ...

Scholars for the first time identified chemical signatures of the components of a liquid concoction contained in a Bes mug. A new technique helped identify a sample flavored with honey, sesame seeds, ...

Reflection on the Basilicas Today's feast commemorates the dedication of two of the most significant basilicas in Rome, ...