Only three Christian martyrs are described as Byzantine soldiers, but all were honored as warrior saints who lived during Roman persecutions.

Discover 25 intriguing symbols and facts to astonish you! Uncover the hidden histories and surprising meanings behind everyday signs and ancient emblems. E ...

CINCINNATI -- Cincinnati Reds closer Emilio Pagan appeared to injure himself on his final pitch in Tuesday night's 2-1 win over the San Francisco Giants. Pagan recorded his fifth save with a 1-2-3 ...

Byzantine society held a deeply ambivalent view of those with disabilities, one shaped by both Christian charity and a sense ...

If Western civilization were asked, in the terms of the old Reader’s Digest column, to name the Most Unforgettable Character It Ever Met, it would surely answer, with a single, sighing voice: Paul.

From the haunting Merry Maidens to the ethereal La Hougue Bie, these ancient attractions are suffused with mystery and magic Anna Selby has been a journalist for 30 years, covering travel, health, ...

The indomitable Lady Columbia defends the United States with her snazzy patriotic shield, c. 1890. Library of Congress The first and longest-ruling mascot of the United States made her debut before ...

Symbols show important landmarks, places and areas. They are used because maps are usually too small to contain lots of writing A key is a guide which explains what the symbols on the map mean. It is ...

A circuit is a closed loop containing various components. Electrical current flows around the circuit. Scientists use symbols to represent the different components in a circuit. Symbols are simplified ...

CINCINNATI -- Closer Emilio Pagán's final pitch in the ninth inning of Tuesday's 2-1 Reds victory over the Giants tied him for the second most saves in the Majors, with five, but it also proved ...