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Iran warns oil tankers to follow approved Hormuz routes or face actionIran's joint military command has issued a stern warning to all oil tankers traversing the Strait of Hormuz. Vessels must adhere strictly t...- Roman proverb of the day: 'Winners take ownership of their choices instead of blaming circumstances', a timeless lesson on accountabilityAncient Roman wisdom, encapsulated in 'Non ducor, duco' ('I am not led, I lead'), champions self-leadership and accountability. This philos...
- Marriage proposal engagement on top of 1,454-foot Empire State Building in New York? Russian Skywalkers couple Angela Nikolau, Vanya Beerkus arrested after 'power of love beats the love of power' banner incident. Watch videoEmpire State Building incident led to arrest of Angela Nikolau and Vanya Beerkus after an apparent marriage proposal.
- A man searching a field in England found a 1,700-year-old Roman gold ring so rare that it later sold for £78,000A British metal detectorist, Kevin Minto, unearthed a stunning 1,700-year-old solid gold Roman ring, a find now captivating American audien...
- On This Day in History, July 1: Terminator 2 premiers, Dominion of Canada is formed, Bretton Woods Conference opens, Hong Kong returns to China, Sony Walkman debuts, Princess Diana is born and other key eventsOn This Day in History, July 1 marks a date shaped by major military campaigns, nation-building, scientific breakthroughs and cultural mile...
- Roman Proverb of the Day: 'Friendship improves happiness, and abates misery...'- A timeless lesson on companionship, loyalty, and the healing power of human connectionA timeless Roman proverb, often attributed to Cicero, highlights friendship's profound impact: it amplifies joy and halves sorrow. This anc...
- Quote of the Day by Stoic philosopher Seneca: 'You act like mortals in all that you fear, and like immortals in...'- Life lessons on mortality, desire, stoicism, and living with intentionAncient Roman philosopher Seneca highlighted a core human paradox: we fear our mortality yet live as if time is infinite. This disconnect f...
- Someone buried a curse 1,800 years ago to destroy an enemy using Egyptian magic; archaeologists have just found itA small lead tablet unearthed in the Netherlands is revolutionizing our understanding of ancient Egyptian magic's reach within the Roman Em...
- Roman Proverb of the Day: 'To place yourself under an obligation is to sell your liberty...'- A timeless lesson on independence, self-reliance, and the price of favorsAn ancient Roman proverb, 'To place yourself under an obligation is to sell your liberty,' offers a timeless warning about the subtle ways ...
- Quote of the day by Niccolò Machiavelli: 'The child who obeys you out of fear will one day lie to you for freedom...' Why fear can create obedience in children but not honesty explained by Italian Renaissance era philosopherNiccolò Machiavelli’s widely shared quote, “The child who obeys you out of fear will one day lie to you for freedom,” reflects on the limit...
- Quote of the day by Stoic philosopher Seneca: 'The final test of freedom is this: Can you remain the same person in praise, in insult, in gain, and in loss...' The one question to ask yourself if you are truly freeThe quote of the day from Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca, "The final test of freedom is this: Can you remain the same person in praise, in ...
- Israel damaged heritage sites across south Lebanon, minister saysAncient heritage sites across southern Lebanon have suffered significant damage during Israel's nearly four-month campaign against Hezbolla...
- Quote of the Day by Roman Emperor Trajan: “If I fulfil my duties, use [the sword] for me; if I fail… – Inspiring lessons on leadership, accountability, justice, integrity and why with great power comes great responsibility by the optimus princeps ("the best ruler") known for his enduring philosophy of ethical leadership and governanceQuote of the Day by Trajan: Trajan’s quote, “If I fulfil my duties, use [the sword] for me; if I fail, against me,” explores the importance...
- Quote of the day by Constantine the Great: "In my own judgment, he whose first object is the… — A timeless lesson on why true greatness is in choosing peace over conflict by the Roman emperorQuote of the Day by Constantine the Great: “In my own judgment, he whose first object is the maintenance of peace, seems to be superior to ...
- Quote of the day by Marcus Aurelius: 'How much more grievous are the consequences of anger than the...' - Stoic philosopher's timeless lesson on anger and self-controlMarcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor and philosopher, is remembered for his leadership during challenging times and his profound wisdom. His pe...
- 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 eventsOn This Day in History, June 22 witnessed Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union, Napoleon's second abdication, Galileo's recantation befor...
- Life lesson quote by Seneca: 'We suffer more often in imagination than in...' - Ancient Roman philosopher's timeless wisdom on overcoming fearLife lesson quote by Seneca: Ancient Roman philosopher Seneca's timeless wisdom, nearly 2,000 years old, continues to resonate today. His S...
- 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...
- Quote of the Day by Marcus Aurelius: ‘Dig deep within yourself, for there is a fountain of goodness ever ready to flow if…’ Stoic thinker's powerful words on inner strength and potentialMarcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor, left a legacy of wisdom and self-discipline. His writings, particularly Meditations, highlight Stoic phil...
- In 1973, archaeologists in a muddy Roman fort trench found thin wooden tablets, and Vindolanda gave Roman Britain its own handwriting
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