Skulls, hallucinations, and temples (This isn't Raiders of the Lost Ark): Links for January 23

New evidence suggests that the remains of executed persons were not treated very well. Dogs gnawed on skulls; burial was not important.
An interesting look at Romans’ perceptions of hallucinations. A brief interview between Alice Robb and William Harris.
Observations of Pompeii’s temples show an alignment with the stars and the religious syncretism of the time.
Recent flooding has exposed new sections of ancient Baiae, the decadent resort town.

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Links for 23 Oct

Here are some of the more interesting things we’ve seen this week! The Rogue Classicist shares some thoughts (and images too) on the Persephone mosaics

CANE Funds Classics in New England!

Today’s post is a guest post by Katy Reddick.   The Classical Association of New England provides funding for classicists at a variety of academic