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Greek Saying of the Day: “One word frees us of all the weight and pain in life. That word is Love.” How a simple word can help carry life's heaviest burdensGreek Saying of the Day: Ancient Greek philosopher Sophocles' timeless wisdom, 'One word frees us of all the weight and pain in life. That ...
In 1991, archaeologists tested a lump of ancient chewing gum from Scandinavia, it unexpectedly preserved the DNA of a person who lived 5,700 years agoArchaeologists are uncovering ancient secrets from chewed birch pitch. These small lumps, found across Scandinavia and northern Europe, are...
Buddhist wisdom of the day: 'You can only lose what you hold on to' - a timeless lesson on finding freedom and peace through detachmentHolding onto things that no longer serve us, like past relationships or resentments, leads to unhappiness and burnout. Buddhist wisdom of t...
Greek proverb of the day: 'He who takes a woman gives...' Life lessons on commitment, equality, partnership, reciprocity, compromise, companionship, love, emotional security, sacrifice, and why marriage nowadays means shared responsibilities and mutual independence rather than restrictionsGreek proverb of the day highlights an ancient perspective on marriage, commitment, and personal freedom. The saying explores how relations...
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...
Humanity as religionOur way of life champions the truth that all humanity is One. Respect for all faiths and cultures is paramount. Samabhav, samadrishti, and ...
Stoic quote of the day by Epicurus: 'The wealth required by nature is limited and is easy to...' Why one of history's greatest philosophers believed that wanting less was the key to living moreStoic quote of the day by Epicurus: Epicurus reminds us that true wealth comes not from having more, but from needing less. According to Ep...
India chair on AI to be set up in a Slovakian university: PM ModiIndia and Slovakia have elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the establishmen...
Quote of the day by Lao Tzu: 'If you try to change it, you will ruin it. Try to hold it, and you will...' - Founder of Taoism's timeless lesson on the wisdom of letting goQuote of the day by Lao Tzu: Ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu's wisdom continues to guide people. His teachings emphasize living in harm...
DNA from 7000-year-old African Mummy reveals previously unknown human lineage in Sahara desert 50,000 years agoSahara Mummy DNA: DNA extracted from two 7,000-year-old naturally preserved individuals found in Libya's Takarkori rock shelter has reveale...
Egyptian proverb of the day: ‘An onion shared with a friend tastes like roast lamb’ - A timeless lesson on friendship and finding joy in simple thingsAn ancient Egyptian proverb, 'An onion shared with a friend tastes like roast lamb,' highlights the profound power of companionship. It tea...
Egyptian proverb of the day: ‘He who loves you will swallow pebbles for you; he who hates you will wish for you to make a mistake’ - a timeless lesson on true love, loyalty and who truly supports youLife reveals true friends who offer grace during struggles. An ancient Egyptian proverb contrasts unconditional love with hidden hate. It s...
Quote of the day attributed to Alexander the Great: “I am not afraid of an army of lions…” a lesson on true leadershipThis timeless quote, often attributed to Alexander the Great, underscores the paramount importance of leadership over sheer talent. It illu...
In 1945, villagers digging for fertilizer in Upper Egypt found a sealed jar of codices, and Nag Hammadi changed the study of early ChristianityVillagers near Nag Hammadi found a sealed jar in 1945. Inside were thirteen ancient books. These books contained early Christian texts unkn...
In 1972, archaeologists opened a Han tomb and found bamboo slips, and lost military classics stepped back into viewRecent excavations of ancient tombs in China have uncovered invaluable bamboo slips from Han-era burials, shedding light on early Chinese t...
Two Egyptian mummies were scanned in Los Angeles with half-millimeter precision, and doctors found something they weren't expecting in a 2,200-year-old spineAncient Egyptian mummies, Nes-Min and Nes-Hor, underwent advanced CT scans at Keck Hospital, revealing a unique spinal trepanation on Nes-M...
Egypt’s Atlantis? Archaeologists discover 2000-year-old lost underwater city with gold, silver and a hidden templeA lost Egyptian city, Thonis-Heracleion, submerged over 2,000 years ago, is yielding spectacular treasures. Archaeologists found gold jewel...
In 1906, archaeologists clearing the ruins of Hattusa uncovered thousands of clay tablets: And a lost Hittite empire finally found its voiceArchaeologists unearthed 10,000 clay tablets at Hattusa, the Hittite capital. These ancient writings provided a direct voice for the Hittit...
Russian proverb of the day: 'An enemy will agree, but a friend will argue' - A timeless lesson on people who care enough to disagreeTrue allies challenge flawed ideas, prioritizing your long-term well-being over immediate comfort. Today's Russian proverb of the day highl...
Intel spinout Articul8 eyes $50 million for India heritage AI ventureArticul8, a spin-off from Intel, is raising $30-50 million to establish an India-based AI entity focused on traditional knowledge systems l...