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Indian tourists abroad: Viral reels, volume travel and culture clash debateA reflection on viral videos of Indian tourists abroad, exploring debates over travel behaviour, Instagram culture, and the tension between...- 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...
- Quote of the day by Bertrand Russell: 'Love as a relation between men and women was ruined by the desire to make sure...' - British polymath's provocative reflection on how social expectations can shape personal relationshipsBertrand Russell, a prominent 20th-century philosopher and mathematician, significantly influenced modern thought through his work on logic...
- In 1960, workmen laying a water main in Sussex hit old masonry, and it wasn’t just rubble: it exposed one of Roman Britain’s grandest palacesIn a fortuitous moment in 1960, the Fishbourne Roman Palace was uncovered, marking England's most significant Roman civilian settlement. Th...
- Dietary balance remains missing as India continues to gorge on cerealsMany Indians consume too many grains and not enough proteins, vegetables and fruits. This imbalance affects health, contributing to malnutr...
- In 1892, French archaeologists studied an ancient Greek sanctuary on Mount Parnassus: Strange fault lines beneath the temple revived the mystery of Delphi’s OracleRecent geological investigations at Ancient Delphi have unearthed fault lines beneath the famed sanctuary. This hidden landscape may have r...
- A hidden city grid is emerging beneath tropical forests as laser scans expose roads, terraces, and ancient platformsDense jungles conceal ancient cities. LiDAR, an airborne laser mapping technique, now unveils these hidden urban layouts. It penetrates fol...
- In 1978, a routine roadwork project in Mexico City exposed a colossal Aztec monument hidden beneath the streets for centuriesRoutine work in Mexico City unearthed a massive stone carving of the goddess Coyolxauhqui. This find in 1978 proved crucial. It led to exte...
- Quote of the Day by Taylor Swift: “I suffer from girlnextdooritis where the guy is friends with you and that's it.”Quote of the Day by Taylor Swift: Taylor Swift’s quote “I suffer from girlnextdooritis where the guy is friends with you and that's it,” hu...
- A construction site buried by Mount Vesuvius may have finally explained why Roman concrete lasted for thousands of yearsAncient Roman concrete's remarkable durability, long attributed to luck, is now understood as a result of a sophisticated "hot mixing" proc...
- 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...
- The famous city of Troy was not just one ancient ruin: archaeologists found an entire stack of different citiesContrary to popular belief, Troy was not a single city destroyed in one war. Archaeological discoveries at Hisarlık reveal nearly 4,000 yea...
- On being triggered by a tree at EpernayTwo wars, separated by 200+ years, could not be more different on what counts
- African Proverb of the Day: “The ruin of a nation begins in the homes of its people.”The African Proverb “The ruin of a nation begins in the homes of its people” highlights how a country’s future is shaped by the values prac...
- Big city life in TenochtitlanThe 'Fall of Civilizations' podcast, hosted by Paul Cooper, explores the rise and fall of great societies, offering insights into pivotal h...
- World Heritage Day 2023: What is the significance of celebrating our cultural heritage on this day?World Heritage Day is an important day for raising awareness about the significance of cultural heritage and the need to preserve it for fu...
- Massive treasure trove sheds fresh light on ancient Chinese kingdomChinese archaeologists have discovered a treasure trove at the Sanxingdui Ruins site in Sichuan Province. The trove contains gold, bronze, ...
- For 100 years, we have been calling Machu Picchu by the wrong name. New study uncovers historyThe Inca citadel, built in the 15th century, is a major tourist attraction.
- Planning a vacation? Explore the historical sites & ancient tales of Orchha and HampiOrchha is a charming heritage town, teaming with temples, fort and cenotaphs.
- UNESCO tag: Nalanda faced hurdles, ASI says it was confidentThe inclusion of Nalanda and three other sites from China, Iran and Micronesia was announced at the 40th session of the World Heritage Comm...
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