Renaissance-era stolen armor has been returned to the Louvre after a 1983 theft. The Italian Renaissance is one of the most famous periods of creative flourishment in human history and the Louvre houses many masterpieces from it. What else is in the Louvre’s Renaissance collection? […]
Much of Roman culture actually comes from the often overlooked Etruscans. Not only did they give us the toga, but they also left behind some of ancient antiquity’s finest jewelry, sculpture, and painted tombs. Recently restored Etruscan paintings are showing details for the first time. […]
Islam’s Golden Age brought over 100 genius inventions by three brothers. A ruler with a taste for learning and extravagance made it possible. Among them was a steam-powered, automatic flute. […]
The ancient monolith Stonehenge continues to reveal new mysteries. Archaeologists have learned much by studying the alignment of its stones and its status as a pilgrimage site. Meanwhile, some popular theories have been debunked. […]
February 14 marks Valentine’s Day, encouraging gifts for romantic partners. The holiday dates back to at least the 5th century and is usually recognized by providing one’s significant other with gifts intended to symbolize affections. Falling in love considerably affects the human brain. […]
The Lunar New Year on February 12 welcomes the Year of the Ox, “AZ Central” reported. The lunar calendar marks a new moon on February 11, making the 12th the first day of the new year. The Chinese zodiac dates back to the Han Dynasty. […]
An advocate for Indian farmers advised they use passive protests for change, The Indian Express reported. Farmers are protesting what they believe are unfair debts and produce rates. Mohandas Gandhi practiced Satyagraha to protest British rule in India. […]
President Biden spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the phone, AP News reported. On the call, Biden pressed Putin about Russia’s involvement in a cyber attack on American infrastructure and the arrest of a political figure of Putin’s opposition. Russia declared independence from Mongol rule in the 15th century. […]
A South Korean plasma generator broke a high-temperature world record, “Science Alert” reported, holding a temperature of 100 million degrees Celsius for 20 seconds. The device aims to recreate nuclear fusion akin to the Sun creates its energy. […]
Merlina, the “queen raven” at the Tower of London, has gone missing, BBC News reported. Legend has it that the raven’s departure is a bad omen for the kingdom. The Tower has attracted tourists for nearly 500 years. […]
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