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A man searching a field in England found a 1,700-year-old Roman gold ring so rare that it later sold for £78,000A British metal detectorist, Kevin Minto, unearthed a stunning 1,700-year-old solid gold Roman ring, a find now captivating American audien...
Roman proverb of the day: 'Winners take ownership of their choices instead of blaming circumstances', a lesson on accountabilityAncient Roman wisdom, encapsulated in 'Non ducor, duco' ('I am not led, I lead'), champions self-leadership and accountability. This philos...
Quote of the day by Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca: ‘What progress have I made? I have begun to be a friend to myself’ - A timeless wisdom on self-love and being gentle towards yourselfRoman philosopher Seneca’s proverb of the day reminds us that becoming a friend to ourselves is one of life’s greatest achievements. In an ...
Tourists soldier on in Rome despite heatwaveEurope's scorching heatwave is forcing tourists to reconsider their travel plans, with many finding Rome's 36C temperatures unbearable, eve...
On This Day in History, July 1: Terminator 2 premiers, Dominion of Canada is formed, Bretton Woods Conference opens, Hong Kong returns to China, Sony Walkman debuts, Princess Diana is born and other key eventsOn This Day in History, July 1 marks a date shaped by major military campaigns, nation-building, scientific breakthroughs and cultural mile...
Roman Proverb of the Day: 'Friendship improves happiness, and abates misery...'- A timeless lesson on companionship, loyalty, and the healing power of human connectionA timeless Roman proverb, often attributed to Cicero, highlights friendship's profound impact: it amplifies joy and halves sorrow. This anc...
Quote of the Day by Stoic philosopher Seneca: 'You act like mortals in all that you fear, and like immortals in...'- Life lessons on mortality, desire, stoicism, and living with intentionAncient Roman philosopher Seneca highlighted a core human paradox: we fear our mortality yet live as if time is infinite. This disconnect f...
Someone buried a curse 1,800 years ago to destroy an enemy using Egyptian magic; archaeologists have just found itA small lead tablet unearthed in the Netherlands is revolutionizing our understanding of ancient Egyptian magic's reach within the Roman Em...
Roman Proverb of the Day: 'To place yourself under an obligation is to sell your liberty...'- A timeless lesson on independence, self-reliance, and the price of favorsAn ancient Roman proverb, 'To place yourself under an obligation is to sell your liberty,' offers a timeless warning about the subtle ways ...
US judge won't immediately dismiss criminal charges against Gautam AdaniA US judge on Friday asked the Justice Department to explain its decision to drop criminal charges against billionaire Gautam Adani, stoppi...
Quote of the day by Stoic philosopher Seneca: 'The final test of freedom is this: Can you remain the same person in praise, in insult, in gain, and in loss...' The one question to ask yourself if you are truly freeThe quote of the day from Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca, "The final test of freedom is this: Can you remain the same person in praise, in ...
Israel damaged heritage sites across south Lebanon, minister saysAncient heritage sites across southern Lebanon have suffered significant damage during Israel's nearly four-month campaign against Hezbolla...
Quote of the day by Seneca: “The greatest wealth is a poverty of desires” a life lesson on finding contentmentQuote of the day by Seneca: “The greatest wealth is a poverty of desires” explores the Stoic philosopher's belief that true wealth comes fr...
KCBC urges centre to address FCRA concerns, welcomes transparency measuresThe Kerala Catholic Bishops' Council (KCBC) has urged the Centre to address concerns regarding recent FCRA amendments, while supporting the...
Quote of the day by Marcus Aurelius: 'How much more grievous are the consequences of anger than the...' - Stoic philosopher's timeless lesson on anger and self-controlMarcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor and philosopher, is remembered for his leadership during challenging times and his profound wisdom. His pe...
Lawyers for Gautam Adani urge US judge to dismiss criminal caseIndian billionaire Gautam Adani's lawyers are pushing a U.S. judge to officially drop criminal charges after the Justice Department announc...
Timberwolves trading Julius Randle to Nets as part of 3-team deal, AP source saysIn a significant NBA shake-up, the Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly trading Julius Randle and a first-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets....
A top banker tried to sway Pope Leo XIV on rare earth miningLatin America's development bank chief urged Pope Leo XIV to consider responsible rare earth mineral extraction, highlighting its potential...
Bulgarian proverb of the day: 'If marriage were a good thing, the priests would have married long ago...' A centuries old saying on why love alone is not enough to sustain a happy marriageThe Bulgarian proverb, “If marriage were a good thing, the priests would have married long ago,” uses humor and irony to comment on the rea...
Archaeologists found a spiral catacomb beneath Alexandria, and it changed how they understood burial in Roman EgyptBelow the vibrant city of Alexandria, the enigmatic Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa unfold, revealing a fascinating tapestry of Egyptian, Greek...