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Go Gentle by Maria Semple review – a joyfully clever New York romcom

A Stoic philosopher navigates midlife in this madcap comedy from the author of Where’d You Go, Bernadette

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3 Stoic Principles for Mental Strength, Inner Peace & Focus

Stoicism is that strand of Western philosophy which was prominent during ancient Greek Hellenistic age (323 BC- 31 BC) and also one among the few that found its path to posterity and modern age. The works of three great Roman trio represent our understanding of Stoicism today, namely Lucius Annaeus…

Times Life

Equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius: The only surviving larger-than-life-size statue of a pagan Roman emperor — a rarity that Michelangelo refurbished

The giant, one-of-a-kind statue of a Roman emperor on horseback depicts him addressing his troops.

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Readers reply: can you acquire courage?

The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions ponders how to overcome fear and do what is needed

The Guardian - UK

3 Life-Changing Lessons from Ratan Tata Every Student Needs

Ratan Tata is an immortal soul who built his business empire of Tata Group with strong ethical foundation. His selfless acts of kindness and philanthropy touched the lives of millions. In fact, his words contain a lot of important life lessons that student can adopt in their lives for growth…

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The Stoic Retirement: Ancient Wisdom for Today’s Biggest Life Transition

A "Stoic retirement" doesn't mean depriving yourself. It's a character-based approach to life and aging that can bring calm and clarity.

Kiplinger

Critical thinking is one of the most important aspects of being human, according to Stoicism. So why are we handing it over to a machine?

All of us, no matter what our circumstances, have the ability to be more wise, more just, more courageous and more moderate

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13 Strength Secrets From History’s Toughest Men

What makes a man truly tough? Is it brute muscle, mental grit, or something deeper? Throughout history, the world’s strongest men have left clues about what real strength looks like. These lessons go beyond lifting weights—they touch on resilience, discipline, and the will to persevere. Whether you’re seeking to build…

Clever Dude

Analysis: What did we learn from John Swinney's meeting with Donald Trump?

THE Roman philosopher Marcus Aurelius said you should “love the hand that fate deals you and play it as your own”.

The National (Scotland)

Archaeologists discover 1,800-year-old Roman watchtower built to protect the empire during Marcus Aurelius' reign

Archaeologists are excavating a Roman-era watchtower in Croatia that was "built in a strategic location" on the banks of the Danube River.

LiveScience

10 Quotes About Death That Will Make You Think Differently

Let’s be honest, thinking about death is something most of us avoid. It’s an uncomfortable, often frightening topic that we push to the back of our minds. But what if confronting our mortality could actually enrich our lives? These selected quotes about death aren’t meant to be morbid; they are…

Budget and the Bees

Robert Rosenkranz: How To Use Stoicism To Build a Meaningful Life

The billionaire philanthropist explores how stoic philosophy shaped his views on capitalism, politics, and philanthropy, arguing for rational optimism, individual responsibility, and civil public discourse as foundations for life.

Reason

Hoard of silver Roman coins found in UK — and some date to reign of Marcus Aurelius

The silver coins were minted over a period of more than 200 years, suggesting that Roman currency at this time was relatively stable.

LiveScience

Summer holidays haven’t changed much since ancient Greece and Rome (except maybe the sand wrestling)

Imagine a summer holiday at a seaside resort, with days spent sunbathing, reading books, exploring nature and chatting with friends.

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To some ancient Romans, gladiators were the embodiment of tyranny

Neither “Gladiator” nor its cinematic sequel is particularly concerned with historical fact. For one thing, the emperor Marcus Aurelius had no intention of restoring the republic. Gladiatorial contests were abhorrent displays of cruelty, but they didn’t always end in death. And the Romans didn’t sculpt bone-white statues; they painted them…

Latin Times

'Gladiator II' is an Epic Depiction of A Dying Empire That Rings True to Today's Times - REVIEW

The blockbuster sequel to the 2000 hit 'Gladiator,' portrays what a dying empire does in desperation to preserve its power, which rings true to the world today.

Total Film

Gladiator 2 feels like Hollywood rarity – a totally necessary sequel that completes Maximus's story

Opinion | Gladiator 2 is a rare, necessary sequel

Evening Standard

Gladiator II review: All-action Paul Mescal is the pumping heart of this stirring Roman epic

4/5 It’s thumbs up for Ridley Scott’s return to Ancient Rome a quarter of a century on

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The stoicism secret: how Ryan Holiday became a Silicon Valley guru

He has sold 5m books about this ancient Greek approach to life – and been feted by sports teams and CEOs. What makes this former PR man so popular?

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Are you not entertained? The XVIII best films about the Romans – ranked!

With Gladiator II thrusting into cinematic arenas next month, we hand out laurels to the greatest sword-and-sandal movies of them all

The Guardian - UK

I’ve graduated but I worry that only being average will blight my future

All over the place, average people are completely squeezing the pips out of life

Sports Illustrated

My Day Along the Seine River at the Olympics Ended with a Swim

One Sports Illustrated writer dared to plunge into the debated and polluted river at the center of the Paris Games.

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Ridley Scott's Gladiator II Trailer Reveals Star-Studded Cast Lineup

Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott, features Paul Mescal and Denzel Washington in a captivating historical drama sequel set in ancient Rome with intens...

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“AITA For What I Said? My Family Won’t Let Me Share Any Good News Because Of My Sister’s Disability”

Parents always try to "protect" disabled daughter's feelings, while banning other daughter from sharing hers, family drama unfolds. The post “AITA For What I Said? My Family Won’t Let Me Share Any Good News Because Of My Sister’s Disability” first appeared on Bored Panda.

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‘Biden can’t do it’: European politicians shocked by US president’s debate flop

Some call for rethink by Democrats and say continent must step up preparations for another Trump termBiden v Trump debate aftermath – live

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