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He was hit by a tram before seeing it finished. 100 years later, Gaudí's vision is real; here's the story of Barcelona's iconic Sagrada FamíliaAntoni Gaudí's Sagrada Família now stands as the world's tallest church. Inspired by ancient arches, modern techniques have perfected its s...
Quote of the day by Sun Tzu: 'One mark of a great soldier is that he fights on his own terms or fights...' - Ancient Chinese military strategist's timeless lesson on choosing your battles wiselyQuote of the day by Sun Tzu: Ancient Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu, author of 'The Art of War,' emphasized strategy and preparation o...
Quote of the day by Marie Curie: 'Be less curious about people and more...' Life lessons on why great minds stay curious about ideas, not peopleQuote of the day by Marie Curie: Marie Curie’s quote, “Be less curious about people and more curious about ideas,” highlights the importanc...
Quote of the day by Beethoven: 'A true artist is expected to be all that is noble-minded, and this is not...' - Für Elise and Symphony No. 5 composer reveals harsh reality artists' life, creativity, fame and why creators face so much scrutiny and criticismQuote of the day by Beethoven: Ludwig van Beethoven's words highlight the societal paradox of expecting artists to be paragons of virtue wh...
Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah Hajj route treasure: 1,200-year-old Abbasid-era gold, silver gemstone-studded jewellery shock archaeologistsA significant archaeological find in Saudi Arabia's Al-Qassim region has unearthed a ceramic jar containing over 100 pieces of gold, silver...
Chinese Proverb of the Day: “know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be...” — Could Sun Tzu's 2,500-year-old wisdom be the secret to success in life, business, and relationships?Chinese Proverb of the Day: “Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated” remains one of the most influential lessons...
In 1972, a diver off Italy noticed a human arm rising from the sand, which uncovered ancient Greek warriors lost beneath the sea for centuriesIn an underwater adventure in 1972, a diver stumbled upon the exquisite Riace Bronzes off the coast of Riace Marina. These stunning Greek s...
Word of the Day: ClinquantWord of the Day: Clinquant is more than just an elegant synonym for “flashy.” The word speaks to illusion itself, the conflict between outw...
Quote of the Day by ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu: ‘I have just three things to teach…’ - The wisdom our materialistic lives forgotQuote of the Day by ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu on simplicity, patience, and compassion remains relevant today. His teachings offer...
In 2025, museum researchers preparing an exhibition turned over a clay model and found a handprint, and it wasn't just a smudge: It changed what we know about ancient Egyptian makersA remarkable 4,000-year-old handprint was uncovered on an ancient Egyptian soul house, showcased at the Fitzwilliam Museum. This striking f...
A farmer son’s routine field dig led to strange patterns, which are rewriting what experts knew about Roman BritainArchaeologists in Rutland, England, unearthed a rare Roman mosaic. This discovery challenges previous ideas about Roman Britain's decline. ...
Quote of the day by German-born painter Hans Hofmann: ‘The ability to simplify means to eliminate the unnecessary so…’ Timeless warning about noise, stress and distraction is suddenly going viral among fans of minimalism and modern creativityQuote of the day: Great quotes endure because they express complex human experiences in just a few memorable words. Hans Hofmann’s statemen...
In 1929, a farmer was clearing an irrigation ditch in Sichuan, and the jade he pulled from the mud revealed a forgotten Bronze Age civilizationA fortuitous accident transformed the life of a farmer in Sichuan Province in 1929 when he uncovered jade, leading to the remarkable discov...
In 1887, an Egyptian woman dug for fertilizer in the ruins of Amarna and uncovered the lost diplomatic network of the Bronze AgeWhile searching for fertilizer in 1887, an Egyptian woman made a startling discovery: baked clay tablets that would come to be known as the...
The Parthenon was never meant to be pure white: scientists found traces of ancient paint hidden on the marbleAncient Greece, long perceived as a realm of gleaming white marble, is being re-evaluated. Scientific advancements, particularly through in...
Quote of the day by Alexander the Great: 'I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep; I am afraid of an army of sheep led by...'Quote of the day by Alexander the Great: Alexander the Great, a Macedonian king, built one of the ancient world's largest empires before ag...
The Twain Met at the Met Gala: How Indian craftsmanship found its biggest fashion stage in New YorkIndian designers and artisans took centre stage at this year’s Met Gala, using the global fashion event to showcase traditional Indian craf...
Quote of the day by Queen Elizabeth I: 'Do not tell secrets to those whose faith and silence you have...'Quote of the day by Queen Elizabeth I: Elizabeth I, the 'Virgin Queen', ruled England for over 44 years, ushering in the Elizabethan Age. D...
Scotland Showcases the World’s Priciest Printed Book in Stunning Library DisplayGlasgow's Mitchell Library proudly displays John James Audubon's "The Birds of America," a literary and scientific marvel. This exceptional...
Met Gala 2026 dress code, guest list: Beyoncé to Nicole Kidman, full list of celebrities, fashion designers, show stoppers on Monday night gala eventMet Gala 2026 dress code for the starry fundraising event calls for guests to “express their relationship to fashion as an embodied art for...