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Greek fire was the most devastating weapon in the Eastern Roman empire. But what was it?

Before modern weapons of mass destruction, there was Greek fire (ignis graecus). This was the term medieval Crusaders applied to Byzantine (Eastern Roman) incendiary weapons famously used in naval combat in the Eastern Mediterranean from around 673 CE to at least the 1180s.

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How a forgotten Toronto story shows Hemingway beginning to invent himself as a fiction writer

In January 1924, two young women on a Toronto Queen St. streetcar caught sight of Ernest Hemingway’s battered green hat.

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The world’s first influencers were French and they emerged after the Revolution

In 1806, the Parisian gastronome Grimod de la Reynière launched a new periodical, the Journal des Gourmands et des Belles in post-revolutionary France. From the first issue, it set out to provide readers with advice on food, fashion, and theatrical life, all in one publication. Almost entirely forgotten today, the…

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From ancient texts to modern practices, Daoism provides a profound framework for understanding the world not as broken but as naturally seeking balance

Daoism, China’s indigenous religion, is one of the country’s five officially recognized religions today. Practiced by millions of people in China and around the world, Daoism takes on many forms, stretching back from ancient roots to the modern world.

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Experts Solve Botticelli’s Birth Of Venus Side‑Eye Mystery, And The Reason Is Devastating

A new study has suggested that Simonetta Vespucci may have succumbed to a far more serious illness than tuberculosis.

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Where do women feature in the history of diplomacy?

On June 24, the United Nations marks the International Day of Women in Diplomacy. The occasion invites us to celebrate the slow but visible increase of women in foreign ministries, embassies, and international negotiations. Yet it also prompts a deeper question: what counts as diplomacy, and who gets recognised as…

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New evidence reveals extent of anti-fascist motives behind ‘insane’ aristocrat’s plot to assassinate Mussolini

Benito Mussolini stepped out onto the Piazza del Campidoglio at 10:58 in the morning of April 7, 1926. He had just delivered a speech prepared for him by his lover, the Jewish writer Margherita Sarfatti.

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From a World Heritage-listed city to sacred shrines, Lebanon’s historic sites are being destroyed

Cultural heritage is often treated as an unfortunate casualty of war. In reality, the destruction of significant historic sites is often a deliberate and calculated part of broader efforts to claim power and territory.

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For Decades, Wives Paid A Mysterious Woman To Fix Their Marriage—Until A Guilt-Ridden Client Told Police All

In 19th-century Russia, unhappy wives whispered about a secret weapon: a woman who could make their husbands disappear, for a price. Madame Popova.

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Someone Asked For Wholesome Pics Of World Leaders, 35 People Share Their Favorites

It’s easy to forget that public figures like world leaders are still human beings outside of official appearances. A recent online thread asked for wholesome images of them, leading to a compilation of relaxed, friendly, and unexpectedly endearing moments shared by the public.

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The Wikimedia Foundation Shared 24 Photos Of Historic Landmarks That Prove The Past Still Has Plenty To Say

There’s something special about old buildings, ancient ruins, historic streets, and quiet monuments that were standing long before most of us ever picked up a camera. They may look like everyday landmarks to locals, but through the right lens, they can suddenly feel like scenes from another time. That is…

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The complex history of ‘pride’, from shame and sin to a symbol of protest and power

Pride is primarily a social emotion. It is about position, confidence, and power. This is why, for the LGBTQIA+ community, collective pride is adopted as the primary emotion to fuel unity and belonging.

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“Men Have An Expiration Date”: Henry Cavill’s Surprising New Look Sparks Divisive Reactions

“I couldn’t believe it when I saw it,” a netizen said about Henry Cavill.

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How the Great Pyramid of Giza has survived 4,500 years of Egyptian earthquakes

The Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt has survived more than 4,500 years. Earthquakes have repeatedly shaken the region, including the magnitude 5.8 Cairo earthquake in 1992, which dislodged some of the pyramid’s outer casing stones. Yet the main body remained essentially intact.

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Eerie Titanic Detail Most People Never Knew Is Breaking Hearts All Over Again More Than A Century Later

“The animals must have been so confused,” a netizen wrote.

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Wikipedia’s most underrated logo finally gets the love it deserves

Wikipede, you will always have my heart.

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From ancient kings to Trump and Xi: when did humans start shaking hands? And why?

On Thursday, United States President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping shook hands outside China’s Great Hall of the People, in Beijing, for 14 seconds. Almost immediately, we saw various pundits trying to interpret the meaning of the interaction.

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Heat and cold alter how animals fight disease. As the climate changes, this knowledge may be vital

Each animal species has an optimal temperature at which it can metabolise food and its immune system can best fight off pathogens.

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Long before the Anzacs, April 25 was the day women in Australia got the right to vote

April 25 1896 was a significant date in the history of women’s legal rights in Australia.

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Our unsung hero of science: Friedrich Miescher, the man who discovered DNA

Whether through TV crime dramas or cinema blockbusters about dinosaur theme parks, DNA is a staple of modern popular culture – its double-helix structure one of science’s most iconic visualisations.

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Ireland’s Easter Rising: archives reveal hardship faced by the families of those killed in 1916

On November 26, 1923, a woman named Anne McCormack applied for a military dependent’s pension on the grounds of her husband, James McCormack’s death. He had been a soldier in the Irish citizen army, under the socialist and revolutionary leader, James Connolly. This group was committed to the establishment of…

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Are video games art or products? This tension lies at the heart of Australia’s gaming industry

In 2004, a largely anonymous team of Australian video game developers released a prototype video game titled Escape from Woomera.

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30 Powerful Wildlife Photos From Wikimedia Commons That Show The Beauty Of Life On Earth

Every year, photographers from around the world share incredible images on Wikimedia Commons, capturing the beauty and diversity of life on Earth. The Picture of the Year 2025 marks the 20th edition of this annual competition, celebrating some of the best contributions from the global community.

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How to live a long and healthy life, according to the ancients

Just like in the modern world, people in ancient times wanted to know how to live a long and healthy life.

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Actually, Doug Ford, basket-weaving is innovative and in-demand

The Ontario government recently announced massive cuts to Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) funding, decreasing the maximum funding from 85 per cent to 25 per cent.

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