(THE CONVERSATION) President Donald Trump’s first term saw a record-high rate of turnover among his Cabinet members and chief advisers. Trump’s second term has, to date, seen far fewer Cabinet ...

Contrary to legend, Nero probably did not play the fiddle during the Great Fire of Rome. But his passion for music — among other performing arts — appears to have been real, as supported by new ...

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The ancient ruins of Roman Emperor Nero’s private theater were discovered in Rome, according to multiple reports, giving archaeologists access to a historical site that had eluded them for years.

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The ruins of Emperor Nero’s theater have been uncovered in Rome, Italian officials said. Photo from Soprintendenza Speciale Roma Contrary to legend, Nero probably did not play the fiddle during the ...