Syria's Ministry of Education has announced sweeping changes to the school curriculum, including the removal of any reference to symbols of the former regime, including the national anthem. Syrian ...

Observing from the east, Zenobia saw her opportunity and knew that she had an empire to gain. Palmyra had a history of cooperation with Roman rule, and this had resulted in many benefits for the ...

One of the great things about computer games is that anything is possible – except women who fight, apparently.

Once-thriving landmarks like the ancient city of Palmyra and the medieval Crusader castle of Crac ... rebelled and carved out its own kingdom in the third century, led by Queen Zenobia. In more recent ...

PALMYRA, Syria (AP ... rebelled and carved out its own kingdom in the third century, led by Queen Zenobia. In more recent times, the area had darker associations. It was home to Tadmur ...

PALMYRA, Syria — Experts are returning to ... and carved out its own kingdom in the third century, led by Queen Zenobia. In more recent times, the area had darker associations.

Significant landmarks like Palmyra and Crac des Chevaliers, damaged by years of conflict, are seeing the return of local tourists while international support is being sought for major restorations.