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The city of international solidarity… and kitsch: 48 hours in Skopje, North Macedonia

Ahead of Skopje’s stint as the European Capital of Culture in 2028, I headed to the city to learn more about its fascinating history.

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Quote of the day by Alexander the Great: 'How should a man be capable of grooming his own horse, or of furbishing his own...' - life lessons on discipline, responsibility, leadership and why taking care of yourself comes first by the King of Macedon

Quote of the day by Alexander the Great: His timeless wisdom emphasizes self-care as the bedrock of all success. He argued that neglecting one's own well-being, habits, and discipline hinders the ability to manage any external responsibility or lead effectively. This ancient insight remains crucial today, urging individuals to prioritize…

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Civilization 7's imminent update will add one of history's most famous conquerors for free, in Firaxis' latest bid to coax you back to its controversial sequel

Tests of Time has one last surprise in store.

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Quote of the Day by Aristotle: 'The safest way of not being very miserable is…'-Father of Political Science's timeless lesson on excellence, effort and destiny

Aristotle's enduring quote, "Excellence is never an accident," emphasizes that greatness stems from high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution, not chance. His philosophy, developed through extensive study and teaching at the Lyceum, highlights the importance of deliberate choices and consistent action in shaping one's destiny and character, a principle…

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The Facebook Page “World Beauties And Wonders” Shared 75 Of The Most Mesmerizing Pictures

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An ancient oracle warned invading Persia would backfire – from Croesus to Trump, rulers have failed to listen

Invasions of ancient Persia were always daunting tasks. They often led to disaster.

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‘A very basic human desire to want some control’: US exhibition explores the power of magic

Objects that were believed to have some form of magic effect are part of an exhibition exploring how ancient cultures tried to change the world around them

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‘There is no shame in being vain’: the relentless rise of impossible male beauty standards

Men’s faces are under scrutiny as never before, with more opting for cosmetic procedures than ever. What is behind this sudden and significant shift?

The Guardian - UK

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…

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Does A Supreme Court Justice Have To Move To The Swamp And "Burn The Boats"?

I've long thought it would be positive if Justices maintained their primary residences outside of D.C.

Reason

39 Of The Most Famous ‘Fine, I’ll Do It Myself’ Moments That Changed History Forever

This viral online thread has 39 folks recalling the biggest 'all-or-nothing' moments in world history.

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Massive blocks from the Lighthouse of Alexandria, an ancient wonder, hauled up from the Mediterranean

French and Egyptian researchers are making a "digital twin" of the Lighthouse of Alexandria in Egypt after lifting its ancient submerged blocks out of the Mediterranean Sea.

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2,800-year-old royal tomb discovered near King Midas' home in Turkey

Turkey's minister of culture and tourism announced the discovery of a new tomb in an eighth-century-B.C. city that was the homeland of King Midas.

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Tomb built for Alexander the Great's best friend is aligned with winter solstice, study suggests

A tomb that may have been built for a close friend of Alexander the Great may be aligned with the winter solstice.

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2,300-year-old gold ring found in Israel was likely buried by a betrothed girl

A gold ring with a red gemstone found in Israel dates to the Hellenistic period and may have been buried in a coming-of-age ritual.

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26 Historic Treasures We 100% Know Exist But Haven’t Tracked Them Down

"Almost all Homo Erectus Pekinensis remains in 1941"

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Surprising discovery at ancient Grecian burial ground

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Tomb thought to hold Alexander the Great’s father actually found to contain remains of young woman and six infants

Located beneath a large burial mound, Tomb I at the site of Vergina, in northern Greece, is near several other tombs which are thought to hold members of Alexander the Great’s family

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Famous tomb said to hold Alexander the Great's father actually contains younger man, a woman and 6 babies, study finds

Ancient human remains in a famous Greek tomb can't be Alexander the Great's father after all, a scientific analysis reveals.

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Ancient 'military outpost' in North Macedonia might be birthplace of Alexander the Great's grandmother

Remains of what may be the ancient capital city of the Kingdom of Lyncestis have been found in North Macedonia.

Euronews

Has the lost ancient Macedonian capital city of Lyncus been discovered?

Archaeologists believe they have discovered the birthsite of Alexander the Great’s grandmother in North Macedonia.

LiveScience

Archaeologists may have discovered the birthplace of Alexander the Great's grandmother

Remains of what may be the ancient capital city of the Kingdom of Lyncestis have been found in North Macedonia.

The Guardian - UK

‘I trust my eyes, not the forecast’: Alexandria is sinking. Why don’t local fishers believe it?

The ancient Mediterranean city is at risk as sea levels rise. But most people in the vulnerable fishing village of El Max believe it will always weather the storms of time

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Science news this week: Doomsday predictions and asteroid secrets

Feb. 1, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.

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Was Alexander the Great eaten by sharks? Inside the wild theories for what happened to the iconic ruler's body.

The remains of Alexander the Great may lie under the streets of Alexandria, they may have been "eaten by a shark," or they may be somewhere else entirely. But one thing is certain: Archaeologists don't agree.

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