Archaeologists Discover Roman-Era Mosaic in Syria

Archaeologists have uncovered a 1,600-year-old Roman-era mosaic located in the Syrian city of Rastan. The mosaic measures roughly 1,300 square feet and is one of the first major discoveries since the Syrian Civil War began in 2011. "What is in front of us is a discovery that is rare on a global scale," said Dr. Humam Saad, the associate director of the excavation, in an interview with The Associated Press. The mosaic is rich in detail and depicts scenes from the Trojan War, along with unique por...