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Ancient trade hubs, royal capitals, and architectural marvels: India’s 43 UNESCO sites preserve centuries of history, from rock-cut temples to wildlife sanctuaries teeming with life.
From ancient ruins to towering monuments, the Seven Wonders of the World represent humanity's greatest architectural achievements.
Albert Einstein was a first-rate physicist and scientific celebrity. He was also a profound political thinker and one of the twentieth century’s most devastating critics of capitalism.
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The Roman Emperor Nerva is often overshadowed by his tyrannical predecessor Domitian and popular successor Trajan. What achievements should Nerva be remembered for?
The Mycenaeans had three main types of burial structures, and they were namely the shaft graves, the chamber and tholos tombs.
Daedalus and Icarus flew using wings made of wax and feathers. Ignoring his father’s warnings, Icarus flew too close to the sun and met a tragic end.
Get to know some interesting and unexpected facts about the famous Egyptian pyramids.
Aphrodite, the Greek god of love and beauty, was one of the Olympian Gods best known for her many love affairs but also her fits of rage and jealousy.
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The Gupta Empire is widely regarded as India’s Golden Age. Although it existed for only about 230 years, it had a profound impact on many areas of Indian society.
Is the Palace of Hampton Court haunted by the ghosts of King Henry VIII’s past?
Albert Einstein had a remarkable scientific mind. Read on to learn about his life.
The death of Marie Antoinette is now considered a key moment in the French Revolution, but was it necessary? Why and how did the French queen die in 1793?
There have been 47 presidents since the office was inaugurated in 1789. But how many of these presidents have served two terms in the Oval Office?
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Socialism and capitalism differ in ownership, resource allocation, and equity, influencing modern hybrid models and shaping future socio-economic policies.
Maria Edgeworth's timeless educational philosophy focuses on practical skills, parental involvement, critical thinking, ethics, and individualized learning.
Western thought owes much to ancient Greek philosophers, such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Here are eleven Greek philosophers you should know.
Did you know that philosophers have proposed answers for many of the questions we ask ourselves? Here are some philosophical concepts that everyone should know.
René Descartes’ observation “I think, therefore I am” is one of philosophy’s most famous formulations. But what does it actually mean?
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Pop Art and Surrealism share a number of themes, such as critiquing consumerism, exploring celebrity culture, and questioning social hierarchies.
Land artists create site-specific sculptures and installations far away from urban spaces and leave them to integrate—or disintegrate—in the natural environment.
Some famous artworks, including works by Klimt and Rembrandt, are known only as dim memories. Here are six lost artworks you should know.
Some famous artworks, including works by Klimt and Rembrandt, are known only as dim memories. Here are six lost artworks you should know.
Black art is versatile and multi-faceted. Today we are celebrating 12 exceptional Black artists that everyone needs to know.
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From schooners to shell middens, explore Maine’s past through 10 charming towns packed with salty legends, bold beginnings, and beautifully preserved coastal history.
Walk through gold rush dreams, citrus kings, colonial quirks, and Mary Poppins’ hometown, Queensland’s historic towns are anything but ordinary time capsules.
From Ithaca to Troy, discover the real places behind The Odyssey, where ancient myths, sun-drenched ruins, and untamed landscapes bring Homer’s epic to life.
Before shimmering glass towers, the world’s first skyscrapers pushed boundaries with stone, steel, and ambition. Here are ten pioneering buildings that shaped city skylines forever.
From Roman grid cities to lost desert fortresses, these 10 ancient sites still stand, offering a rare chance to explore history where it actually happened.
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Saint Paul is without a doubt the New Testament author who made the greatest contribution to Christian theology. But who was Paul?
In the Bible, the Philistines appear as a formidable force and become the enemy of the Israelites quite suddenly. But who were they?
Slavery is evil, yet some say that the Bible condones it. Is it possible that the New Testament approves of chattel slavery?
The Quran establishes the foundation of Islam, but key verses in the Quran also provide a unique acknowledgment, respect, and dialogue with other religious traditions.
The Book of Enoch tells the story of the Watchers, angels who procreated with mortal wives and taught mankind forbidden arts, resulting in their downfall.
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The death of Wild Bill Hickok has gone down in American history as the end of one of the nation’s most infamous murders.
The Axis Powers were a coalition of nations including Nazi Germany, Fascist Italy, and Japan, who joined forces during World War II.
From ancient ruins to towering monuments, the Seven Wonders of the World represent humanity's greatest architectural achievements.
The Creation of Adam by Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel symbolizes God's creation of man and the divine connection between God and humanity.
The Renaissance was an incredible period of artistic and scientific breakthrough, and these are the best inventions of the era.
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Did the notorious Russian mystic and faith healer Grigori Rasputin really play a part in the Russian Revolution through his association with Tsar Nicholas II?
Albert Einstein was a first-rate physicist and scientific celebrity. He was also a profound political thinker and one of the twentieth century’s most devastating critics of capitalism.
The Blue Fugates of Troublesome Creek baffled science for decades, until a rare mutation that caused the color was discovered.
Women played both traditional and prominent roles in ancient Egyptian society, power structures and religion. We know as much about their lives as men from art, archaeological remains and texts.
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Richard Marranca talks all things Socrates with Dr. Paul Cartledge, Professor of Greek Culture at the University of Cambridge.
Dr. Mark Solms talks about his work as the translator of the “Revised Standard Edition of the Complete Psychological Works of Sigmund Freud”, the time Dali met Freud, and more.
An expert in African art, the new director of The Fralin Museum at the University of Virginia discusses the impact of global art and digital resources in American museums.