Irene of Athens was the first Greek-Roman empress to wield power as a sole ruler of the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire.

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These are the events and people that shaped the history of travel, from early pilgrimages and the Age of Discovery, to the ...

The Dicastery for the Eastern Churches has prepared a pastoral guide for the 2025 Jubilee of the Eastern Churches to be ...

It has made the city a hub of cultures, influenced by Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans. This history is seen in a ...

Their relationship with other heretics – Why did they avoid contact with others – Their role in the betrayal of Amorium's ...

A fire safety project at the ancient city of Philippi has led to the unexpected discovery of new buildings, challenging ...

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Here’s What You Need to Remember: While there have been dozens of important, interesting battles over the past five thousand years of recorded warfare, here are five that changed history forever, ...

Whether you’re taking to the track for the first time or are a seasoned pro, our list of new Driving Empire codes gives you some extra cash to spend on fresh vehicles, and sometimes even wraps to help ...