The Roman Empire is arguably the most impressive culture in human history. The Romans conquered and subdued several powerful ...

New research into an abandoned construction site in Pompeii has revealed the secrets of Roman cement manufacturing.

The only snag was that this didn’t match the recipe as described in historical texts. Now the same team is back with a fresh ...

Discovery of building materials abandoned at construction site reveals secrets of ancient concrete that can set underwater ...

Fast food often feels like a modern convenience born out of today’s busy lifestyles. However, the concept of grabbing a quick ...

Roman buildings were engineered with hot mixed, self-healing concrete of quicklime and volcanic ash that strengthens in seawater.

Shea Gunther is a writer, entrepreneur, and podcaster living in Portland, Maine. He covers topics such as renewable energy, climate change, and nature. The Roman Empire was the world's first ...