This spectacular work of medieval art imagines Christ's side as a vulva—and is now on view at the Met Cloisters, ...

A new analysis argues that this daily work of processing and cooking food helped reshape human bodies and social life. It explores how fire, tools, and cooperation driven by women changed humans’ ...

The romance genre owes a major debt to the Middle Ages. That's where we get the word, the genre, and most of its tropes.

What was once a small window on the side of the church is now cemented shut. In front of it, a sign reads: “Site of the cell ...

No need to sulk while waiting for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Episode 5—here are ten HBO series to keep you company for this week!

From medieval beginnings, the samurai have inspired art, fiction and films, from Shōgun to Star Wars. But their true story is ...

The case of Mr Wasserman confirms that the Epstein scandal has become a moral panic. No, this is not to say there was no ...

Oscar winner Jenny Beavan explains how her costumes add emotional depth and historical truth to Nicholas Hytner’s The Choral.

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Hawks offered women both real and symbolic means to express gender, power and status within a male-dominated world.

As we embrace our fabulous 50s and beyond, it’s the perfect time to take stock of our lifestyles and make changes that boost our health and independence. The good news? You don’t need a complete ...

As a bold reimagining of St Brigid arrives in bookshops this weekend, Gemma Fullam speaks with author Kim Curran and fellow admirers to explore why Ireland’s newest patron saint is resonating so stron ...