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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...- In 2008, archaeologists lifting a skull from a wet pit in York found something soft inside, and the Heslington brain preserved a life from Iron Age BritainIn a remarkable archaeological breakthrough in York, England, researchers unearthed ancient brain tissue that has astonishingly remained in...
- Roman emperor hidden as Egyptian Pharaoh found in Karnak Temple: 2,000-year-old stone discovery in Luxor shocks archaeologistsKarnak Temple in Luxor has yielded a remarkable 2,000-year-old stone slab showing Roman Emperor Tiberius depicted as an Egyptian pharaoh. T...
- Six 19th-century coins found hidden under HMS Victory's masts, revealing a centuries-old maritime traditionWorkers found six 19th-century coins and tokens under the foremast of HMS Victory. This discovery revives the ancient naval tradition of ma...
- The hidden meaning behind saying “bless you” after a sneezeSaying 'bless you' after a sneeze has ancient roots in plague fears and superstitions about soul escape. Across cultures, this response sig...
- Archaeologists discovered ancient burials, a Roman well, and a 1,000-year-old Anglo-Saxon home during the Newark bypass excavationsA planned road expansion in Nottinghamshire, England, has uncovered a significant archaeological site. Digs revealed evidence of human life...
- Archaeologists discover perfectly circular ancient Egyptian temple that may have been used for sacred water ritualsNew discoveries at Tell el-Farama, ancient Pelusium, unveil a unique circular temple. This 2,200-year-old sanctuary, dedicated to the god P...
- Vinyl fever returns! Record Store Day 2026 brings fans back to record stores worldwideRecord Store Day 2026 arrives on April 18, highlighting independent music shops and exclusive vinyl. This annual event celebrates a physica...
- How wooden barrels shaped liquid history from oil to feniIran's planned oil toll through the Strait of Hormuz will generate significant revenue, a consequence of the 19th-century US decision to st...
- Buried Under Ash, These Pompeii Frescoes Tell Us About a Hidden Religious WorldArchaeologists in Pompeii have unearthed stunning frescoes from 40-30 BC. These large murals depict ritual scenes linked to the worship of ...
- Al Pacino credits daughter’s childhood genius for Oscar-winning ‘Scent of a Woman’ roleAl Pacino revealed that his daughter Julie's impromptu portrayal of blindness significantly influenced his Oscar-winning performance in 'Sc...
- Valentine's Day 2024: History, significance, traditions from across the worldValentine's Day is a day when people exchange tokens of affection and express love and gratitude. It emphasises the importance of cherishin...
- Exploring the pagan roots of Christmas: 5 traditions that originated from pre-Christian practicesFrom Christmas carols, stuffing gifts into socks, dazzling trees decorated with fairy lights, many evergreen Christian traditions have paga...
- Are new reservation policies becoming jagirs?Today's kings are politicians. They need votes. The vote bank, made of castes and communities and religions, are seeking such material reci...
- Ides of March 2023: Know its significance, history and religious importanceThe assassination of Julius Caesar, a significant Roman general, is depicted in various works of literature, plays, and movies. This event ...
- Covid concerns fail to dampen Christmas spirit, people throng markets, churches in DelhiChristmas this year comes amid a low number of Covid cases. However, church-goers exercised caution considering the surge in infections in ...
- Christmas 2022: Everything you need to know about midnight massOn Christmas Eve, the Midnight Mass is held, which is a very well-liked holiday tradition. The first liturgy of Christmastide that starts a...
- Italian Archaeologists excavate statues from lost bath house in TuscanyArchaeologists digging a hilltop in Tuscany, Italy, have discovered two dozen bronze statues immersed in hot springs in Tuscany.
- Italy praises 'outstanding' finding of ancient metal sculptures in TuscanyOn November 8, workers at the site where 2,300-year-old bronze sculptures were unearthed in San Casciano Dei Bagni, Italy, in this handout ...
- Salut Now!According to pagan tradition, Romans used to observe New Year by engaging in drunken orgies. The ritual recreated the chaos that supposedly...
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