In October 2005 the dig got under way. Today it's easy to imagine that the view from the pylon of Taposiris Magna looks much like it did in Cleopatra's day—if you can block out the unsightly ...

The claim has put some at odds with Martinez, as other experts say the bust looks nothing like Cleopatra. Along with the marble statue, the team also discovered 337 coins—some of which (less ...

Sometimes the asp looks like a small price to pay." So writes Barbara Holland in a story that briskly and irreverently takes up Cleopatra's actual character and role in history insofar as they can ...

Cleopatra was the last ruler of ancient Egypt, famous for her sharp mind and political savvy. She navigated tumultuous family rivalries and formed powerful alliances with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony ...

Cunning, charming and captivating, the Egyptian Cleopatra was horrifying, yet fascinating to many of Rome’s citizens. Just when she may have thought she was in sight of the Roman throne – the ...