While modern soldiers may not adopt the testudo formation as the legions of old did, many Roman innovations did lead to ...

Near Bentfeld, Germany, archaeologists discovered a 1,600-year-old wooden well, initially mistaken for a livestock watering hole. The well, along with other artifacts, offers insights into the ...

One hour northwest of Rome, the 5600-hectare (13,837-acre) lake is equipped for sunbathing, swimming, and various water sports—so pack accordingly. Three charming towns face the lake: Bracciano ...

Flights from Rome to Seattle will depart Italy at 3:45 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, arriving in Seattle at 6 p.m. Tickets will go on sale beginning in the fall.

ROME — An 80-year-old man drove a compact luxury Mercedes-Benz A Class sedan down the landmark Spanish Steps in Rome early on Tuesday before getting stuck partway down, municipal police said in a ...

An 80-year-old man drove a Mercedes-Benz down Rome's Spanish Steps, getting stuck midway. Police cite him for driving on the historic monument.

Goliath the tortoise had a big shellebration Sunday as he marked his first Father's Day. He also turned 135 at Zoo Miami. His hatchling was born on June 4 after incubating for about four months ...

It’s my last day in Rome and I want to get a copy of my book into Pope Francis’s quarters. As I get closer to the edge of the square, the crowds become denser.

A tortoise thought to be male for 41 years has laid four eggs. The pet called 'Speedy' always displayed ''male tendencies" including head-butting shoes and mounting various objects.

Police said the man, a resident of Rome, was at a loss to explain how he had wound up driving down the famed steps. They did not release his name and it was unclear if the car was his.