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Quote of the day by Roman emperor Augustus: 'We write our names in the sand and then the waves roll in and wash them away' and how all human achievements eventually fade away

A thought-provoking quote from Neil Gaiman's comic series suggests that names written in sand reflect life's transient beauty, although it is incorrectly credited to Emperor Augustus Caesar. This notion echoes ancient philosophical themes of mortality and the futility of permanence. In contrast to the perceived eternal nature of digital existence,…

The Times of India

Quote of the day by Augustus Caesar: "Have I played my part well in the comedy of life? If so, clap your hands and dismiss me from…" - why the Roman emperor's final words still resonate today

Rome's first emperor, Augustus, framed his life as a performance upon his death. He questioned if he had played his part well in life's comedy. Augustus sought respect for fulfilling his responsibilities, not for raw power. His final words emphasized the honest execution of one's role. This perspective offers a…

The Times of India

Akbar, Genghis Khan and ironically Stalin: 8 people richer than Elon Musk

When we marvel at Elon Musk's astonishing trillion-dollar net worth, largely bolstered by SpaceX's remarkable achievements, it’s essential to draw parallels with history's most influential monarchs. Leaders like Mansa Musa, Genghis Khan, and Akbar the Great presided over vast empires whose economic legacies, when adjusted for inflation, dwarf Musk’s wealth.

The Times of India

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Error means hundreds of students are exempt from final history exam

Students at nine high schools in Queensland, Australia, were mistakenly taught about Augustus Caesar instead of Julius Caesar for an ancient history exam. The curriculum error was discovered just days before the state-wide examination, affecting 140 senior students. The affected students were subsequently exempted from the exam, with their final…

The Independent UK

Students spared history exam after fiasco sees them taught about wrong Caesar

Queensland students were taught about Augustus Caesar instead of his predecessor

The Independent UK

At Least 140 QLD Year 12 Students Were Taught About The Wrong Caesar For Final Exam

At least 140 students were accidentally taught on the subject of Augustus Caesar, rather than Julius Caesar, ahead of their final exams.

Pedestrian.tv

Authority on notice after year 12 exam subject gaffe

An "extremely traumatic" year 12 test subject mix-up has sparked a state government investigation with the curriculum authority coming under the spotlight.

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Which Roman emperor was most like Donald Trump?

Something tells me US president Donald Trump would love to be a Roman emperor. The mythology of unrestrained power with sycophants doing his bidding would be seductive.

The Conversation

Trump: More like Hitler or Augustus?

An aspiring dictator, fueled by popular resentment, overthrows a failing republic. We've seen this show before

Salon

Best books on Roman history, from Romulus and Remus to the decline of Empire

A curated list for those who can’t stop thinking about ancient Rome

Evening Standard

‘We will coup whoever we want!’: the unbearable hubris of Musk and the billionaire tech bros

Challenging each other to cage fights, building apocalypse bunkers – the behaviour of today’s mega-moguls is becoming increasingly outlandish and imperial

The Guardian - UK

Augustus Caesar clinches Hyderabad Race Club Trophy

Mr. S.M. Ruia’s Augustus Caesar (Neeraj Rawal up) claimed the Hyderabad Race Club Trophy, the chief event of Saturday’s (Jan. 29) races here. The winner is trained by Altamash A. Ahmed.The Managing Co

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