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In 1739, archaeologists uncovered a mysterious 12-sided Roman object; 287 years later, its true purpose remains unknownRoman dodecahedrons are mysterious 12-sided objects found in former Roman territories, yet their real purpose remains unknown. The first kn...- In 1985, Harrison Ford bought an 800-acre ranch along Wyoming's Snake River. 41 years later, 389 acres remain protected by conservation easements as wildlife habitat nowHarrison Ford’s Wyoming ranch became much more than a private retreat after he purchased an 800-acre property along the Snake River in 1985...
- A 1,700-year-old Egyptian tomb contains a Greek poem, protective spells, Roman coins and ancient afterlife imageryA tomb dating back 1,700 years has been uncovered in the Dakhla Oasis region of Egypt. This burial site features a Greek funerary poem, hie...
- Life Lesson Quote of the day by Marcus Aurelius: 'If any man despises me, that is his problem. My only concern is not doing or saying...'Embracing Stoicism, Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius prioritized reason and self-control in his life. He emphasized that we have authority ove...
- Motivational Quote of the Day by Cleopatra: “Celerity is never more admired than by… – Timeless life lessons from an inspiring quote on discipline, productivity, time management, procrastination and why you should seize the dayQuote of the Day by Cleopatra: Cleopatra’s quote, “Celerity is never more admired than by the negligent,” explores the importance of prompt...
- Food Fables – How Turkey shows that Indian tea’s future might be blackIndia’s tea industry is facing slow domestic growth, but the article argues that the answer may lie in changing how Indians drink tea. Whil...
- Quote of the Day by Julius Caesar: 'The greatest enemy will hide in the last place you would ever look.'- A powerful lesson about taking control of your life by one of the Roman Empire's most famous leadersQuote of the Day by Julius Caesar: Julius Caesar's powerful quote highlights hidden threats often overlooked. The greatest dangers may lie ...
- Gold looks expensive at current levels, silver still undervalued: Monarch PMSCurrently, silver is priced lower than its typical value, presenting an appealing investment alternative to gold. With gold's modelled rang...
- Quote of the Day by Seneca: ‘The greatest obstacle to living is expectancy, which depends upon the…’ - Why waiting for tomorrow ruins today; Roman Stoic philosopher's powerful wisdom on overcoming anxiety and embracing the present momentSeneca, the ancient philosopher, cautioned against postponing our happiness by fixating on the future. This chronic anticipation can detrac...
- Americanum under Aurantius DominusAmerica is experiencing imperial exhaustion, with its global influence waning. Alliances are fraying and national debt is ballooning signif...
- Quote of the Day by Marcus Aurelius: ‘When you start to lose your temper, remember: There’s nothing manly about rage…’ - The Stoic emperor’s life lesson on self-control, anger, discipline and keeping your composureQuote of the Day by Marcus Aurelius viewed self-control and kindness as genuine strength. He argued that rage does not make a person strong...
- 18 tombs dating back 2,000 years revealed 24 golden tongues inside the mouths of the dead — In 2026, archaeologists uncovered the bizarre purpose behind the ancient Egyptian ritualThe burials date to the Ptolemaic and Roman periods of ancient Egypt, spanning roughly 322 B.C. to A.D. 395. This places the ritual more th...
- Quote of the Day by Marcus Aurelius: “You have power over your mind, not outside events. Realise this, and you will find strength” A timeless lesson on building resilience by accepting what we cannot control, mastering our reactions, and directing our energy towards the choices and actions that can truly make a differenceQuote of the Day by Marcus Aurelius: Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius's private writings offer timeless wisdom on inner peace. His philosophy ...
- India's forgotten gourmet produce: Tellicherry pepper, Lakadong turmeric, and Kashmiri morelsAncient traders sought Indian black peppercorns, which were once more valuable than gold. Today, Tellicherry peppers and Lakadong turmeric ...
- Europe's rivers run dry, and history resurfaces: Century-old shipwreck emerges in Serbia's droughtExtreme heat and drought are causing European rivers to recede. A steam tugboat from the early 1900s has emerged from the Sava River. This ...
- Happiness Habit of the day by Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius: 'The happiness of those who want to be popular depends on others; but for the wise it grows out of...' What the Roman emperor teaches about seeking validationMarcus Aurelius argued that happiness built on popularity depends on other people, while pleasure is vulnerable to changing circumstances. ...
- In 1901, workers discovered the ‘Ivory Bangle Lady’ in England. Modern science later revealed her true originsThe excavation of a Roman-era grave in York unveils insights into a woman's wealth and societal standing, illustrated by the luxury artifac...
- A century after Goscinny’s birth, Asterix remains a witty guide to resisting authorityOn René Goscinny’s birth centenary, Asterix remains a powerful reflection on resistance to authority. Through humour, the comics explore pr...
- Raise your amphorae to 1st-2nd-c. plonkArchaeologists discovered five hundred ancient jars from a Roman shipwreck. These jars were stacked on the seafloor off the coast of Sicily...
- Scientists uncover how ancient Roman concrete became more durable over nearly 2,000 yearsResearchers have made significant strides in understanding the enduring nature of ancient Roman concrete, which has surprisingly withstood ...
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