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On This Day in History, June 22: Fast & Furious release, France surrenders, Germany invades Soviet Union, Napoleon abdicates, Galileo recants, Maradona's Hand of God, G.I. Bill signed and other events- In 1942, a plowman struck something unexpected beneath a wartime field and discovered a hoard of Roman silver hidden for over 1,600 years
- Under Notre Dame cathedral, a 'dig of the century' unearths 1,700 years of history
- Quote of the day by Seneca: ‘He suffers more than necessary, who suffers before it…’ The Roman philosopher’s powerful warning about fear, stress and mental suffering explains why people exhaust themselves before problems arriveQuote of the Day: Seneca the Younger’s writings endured long after the fall of the Roman Empire because they explored psychological struggl...29 May, 2026, 06.26 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Virgil: 'Do the gods light this fire in our hearts or does...'- Ancient Roman poet’s haunting quote about desire still explains why people lose themselves chasing what they wantAncient Roman poet Virgil's words still resonate today. His quote questions whether divine forces or personal ambition fuels our deepest de...26 May, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Rome's greatest orator Cicero: 'To be ignorant of what occurred before you were born is to...'-The famous philosopher's timeless warning about history, wisdom and why people stop growing when they stop learningRoman philosopher Cicero warned that ignoring history leaves individuals perpetually immature, akin to children unable to grasp the present...25 May, 2026, 09.23 PM IST
- Chinese proverb of the day: “An embankment a thousand miles long can be destroyed by...” Learn a timeless life lesson from ancient Chinese wisdom on how tiny unnoticed mistakes quietly destroy strong foundations, success, leadership, and even powerful empires over timeChinese proverb of the day reveals a powerful life lesson modern leaders, businesses, and successful people still ignore today. “An embankm...19 May, 2026, 05.03 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Cleopatra, the last Egyptian pharaoh: ‘My honour was not yielded, but conquered merely’ – dignity that refuses to surrenderCleopatra, the last ruler of Egypt, strategically allied with Roman leaders to protect her kingdom. Despite her intelligence and efforts, h...13 May, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
- Archaeologists went in for a routine check near a mall in Croatia and walked out with a 2,000-year-old Roman estateArchaeologists in Croatia unearthed a 2,000-year-old Roman estate near Split. This extensive complex, featuring an olive oil press, was a w...09 May, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
- Thought of the day by Isaac Asimov: ‘All you have to do is take a close look at yourself and you will understand….’ Life lessons by the scientist who gave the Three Laws of RoboticsThought of the Day: Isaac Asimov’s name is closely tied to I, Robot, a collection that introduced readers to a radically different vision o...30 Apr, 2026, 02.55 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Augustus: ‘Young men, hear an old man to whom old men…’Quote of the Day: Augustus Caesar, Rome's first emperor, founded the Roman Empire. His quote emphasizes respect earned through integrity an...21 Apr, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Tacitus: ‘The more corrupt the state, the more numerous the laws’Roman historian Tacitus remains strikingly relevant centuries later, with his sharp observations on power, empire, and human nature. His fa...30 Dec, 2025, 10.05 AM IST
- Peas in a podcast: Devouring the pastSyria's ongoing conflict has led to widespread looting of ancient sites, including Palmyra, driven by poverty and a breakdown in security. ...22 Jul, 2025, 11.47 PM IST
- Devouring the pastSyria's ancient city, Palmyra, faces looting. War and poverty drive Syrians to hunt for treasures. Islamic State's past actions fuel illega...22 Jul, 2025, 11.39 PM IST
- America as a retreating empire is making way for a conflict-ridden world, as well as a weakening AmericaThe end of American dominance may bring global challenges. History shows the fall of empires leads to instability. US-led post-World War II...18 Jun, 2025, 08.56 PM IST
- Scientists say this is the reason that led to the collapse of the Roman empire 1500 years agoFor centuries, historians have debated the reasons behind the collapse of the Roman Empire. Now, new research from Oxford and Warsaw Univer...21 Nov, 2024, 12.36 AM IST
- Megalopolis: When and where to watch on streaming | Here’s what we knowFrancis Ford Coppola’s long-anticipated sci-fi epic, Megalopolis, is finally available on digital platforms starting November 12, 2024, all...13 Nov, 2024, 02.03 AM IST
- How long — or, what — will it take for govt to ban, or stringently regulate, cryptos?The RBI has been crying itself hoarse over these issues for some time, and now favours an outright cryptocurrency ban over the most stringe...21 Jul, 2022, 11.14 PM IST
- Palmyra, the ancient pearl of Syria's desertListed as a UNESCO world heritage site, the "pearl of the desert" is a well-preserved oasis 210 kilometres northeast of Damascus.24 Aug, 2015, 11.14 AM IST
- US dollar to remain dominant global currency despite its economic travailsOnce an anchor currency has established itself, it can be very resilient and often outlasts the economic and geo-political dominance of the...11 Jan, 2012, 05.45 AM IST
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