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Genghis Khan got lucky with the weather. Mark Zuckerberg was lucky too, says the Pulitzer-winning author of ‘Guns, Germs, and Steel’

Author Jared Diamond told Fortune that a leader’s impact depends almost entirely on the industry—and utility bosses may be the most replaceable of all.

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Mystery elephant deaths in Kenya leave experts divided over cause

Conservationists and Maasai communities are calling for urgent answers as paralysis-like symptoms spread among elephants in Kenya's Amboseli National Park, with competing theories emerging over what is causing their deaths.

Radio France Internationale

Uzbekistan for Indian Travellers: Your First-Timer's Guide to Samarkand, Bukhara and the Silk Road

The Visa and Getting There: Easier Than You ThinkIndian passport holders get a visa on arrival at Tashkent's Islam Karimov International Airport. No prior application, no embassy visit. You pay USD 50 at the counter, show your return ticket and hotel booking, and you're through in under 30 minutes on…

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Mahakala in Baghdad: How Buddhism and Tantra reshaped Islamic thought

A compelling historical transformation uncovers the distinctions between early Muslim rulers, known as Sultans, and the Mughal Badshahs that followed. This evolution, shaped by Tantrik Buddhism from Tibet, led Mughal leaders to assert divine authority independently of the Caliphate.

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How the Mongol Empire became the largest land empire in history and why it eventually collapsed

The Mongol Empire covered a continuous stretch of land unlike anything that had existed before. From the Pacific coastline to the plains of Eastern Europe, a single ruling dynasty controlled an immense territory that linked peoples speaking different languages, following different religions and living under very different traditions. Such a…

The Times of India

'Is Our President Mad?' Ex-Federal Prosecutor Sounds Alarm Over Trump's Obsession With 'Bloodthirsty Dictators'

Former federal prosecutor Jim Zirin has raised urgent questions about Donald Trump's second-term governance, citing a controversial 'Great Men' document as evidence of a concerning shift toward an imperial presidency.

International Business Times UK

Mongolian proverb of the day: 'Suffer with your own rule, rather than frolic under someone else’s rule' — A lesson in freedom from the land of Genghis Khan

In Mongolia, a saying goes, 'Suffer with your own rule, rather than frolic under someone else’s rule.' This wisdom reflects a strong cultural belief in self-sufficiency over ease. Born from the expansive steppes and their nomadic lifestyle, the phrase underscores the importance of personal freedom and decision-making, even if those…

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Trump mistakes the bully pulpit for bullying leadership — history's villains were never heroes

His admiration for Attila the Hun, Stalin and Hitler reveals a fundamental misreading of power: brute force builds empires that crumble, not legacies.

Fortune

20 Legendary Treasures That Vanished Without A Trace And Remain Missing Today, , According To A Historical Researcher

To explore the mysteries behind these famous disappearances, Bored Panda once again turned to Ali Mujtuba Zaidi, a researcher at "The Historical Insights." Drawing on historical records, archaeological evidence, and centuries of speculation, Mujtuba compiled a list of legendary treasures that were lost, hidden, or stolen, and that continue to…

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'More Powerful Than Hitler and Genghis Khan': Inside Trump's Bizarre Document Comparing Himself to History's Dictators

A new book reveals Trump's interest in historical rulers, sparking debate on his views of leadership and power amid recent Iran agreement discussions.

International Business Times UK

New book reveals Trump compared himself to Mao, Stalin, Attila the Hun, called Netanyahu a 'con man'

US President Donald Trump compared himself to some of history's most feared leaders, including Mao, Stalin, Attila the Hun, Genghis Khan, Napoleon and Hitler, revealed in a book published by New York Times reporters in excerpts reported by CNN.

The Times of India

Quote of the day by Genghis Khan: "If you're afraid - don't do it, if you're doing it - don't be afraid!"

Few things hold us back in life as often as fear. We talk ourselves out of the new job, the bold idea, the difficult conversation, all because of that nervous voice whispering, what if it goes wrong. This short, sharp quote, long linked to the Mongol leader Genghis Khan, offers…

The Times of India

Comparison to Hitler, Mao, Stalin? Trump says: ‘Sounds good to me!’

‘Historian’ claims ‘overwhelming difference’ between him and rogues’ gallery of autocrats is that Trump is more powerful

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Trump shares post claiming he is the ‘most powerful person that has ever walked this planet’

The post favorably compares the president to William the Conqueror, Genghis Khan and Alexander the Great

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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 Economic Times

On This Day in History June 1: From Genghis Khan and Scotch whisky to Marilyn Monroe, Superman's debut, The Beatles and other major events

June 1 marks significant historical moments. From Genghis Khan's capture of Peking in 1215 to the birth of Marilyn Monroe and the launch of CNN, this date holds global importance. Major political shifts, scientific breakthroughs, and cultural milestones occurred. Notable events include the coronation of Anne Boleyn and the release…

The Independent UK

How to have your own ‘Race Across the World’ adventure across Central Asia

Interest in tours to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia has increased since featuring on the programme

The Guardian - UK

Buzkashi horsemen battling for a headless goat: Todd Antony’s best photograph

‘Buzkashi is a brutal sport that dates back to Genghis Khan. These Tajik players are trying to grab the body of a goat and drop it over a goal line. It’s every man for himself – and games can last six hours’

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26 Massively Expensive Mistakes Made Throughout Human History That Should Serve As Lessons

History doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes. Carefully studying past events and catastrophes can help you avoid making similar mistakes in the future. Well, at least in theory. In reality, it often feels like humanity is doomed to repeat the same blunders decade after decade and century after century.…

The Independent UK

New study challenges popular Genghis Khan narrative

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Are one in 200 men alive today truly descendants of Genghis Khan?

Common lineage likely originated 1,000 years before the Mongol conqueror built his empire

LiveScience

Far fewer people are related to Genghis Khan than previously assumed, new genomic study suggests

Some experts have suggested as many as 1 in 200 men in the world are related to Genghis Khan. But a new genomic study reveals the number is significantly lower.

The Guardian - UK

How many teams have qualified for the World Cup with a perfect record?

Plus: chants celebrating old memories, Trevor Wood from Jersey and ‘a Genghis Khan-like thick moustache’

International Business Times UK

Meet Physical: Asia Team Mongolia's Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu - The MMA Fighter Said To Be Genghis Khan Reincarnated

Mongolian MMA fighter Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu becomes one of Physical: Asia's standout contenders after smashing endurance records and drawing comparisons to a modern-day Genghis Khan

The Independent UK

Health myths debunked: Experts reveal the truth about popular ‘old wives tales’

Some health myths can be traced to Genghis Khan

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