New York authorities have repatriated more than $20 million worth of ancient Greek artifacts, including an exceptionally rare gold coin commemorating the assassination of Julius Caesar that set auction records in 2020 as the most expensive coin ever sold. The repatriation ceremony took place on Tuesday at the Greek Consulate…
A joint Egyptian-German archaeological mission between the Egyptian Antiquities Recording Center and the University of Tübingen has made a remarkable discovery in the southern side of the Esna Temple in Egypt. For the first time, a complete Zodiac has been found on the ceiling of the Columned Hall, during a…
Renowned WWII Veteran General Emil Boček, the final surviving Czech airman who valiantly served in Britain’s Royal Air Force (RAF) during the Second World War, passed away on Saturday at the age of 100. Boček’s distinguished military career and later struggles for recognition made him an emblematic figure in modern…
Greece celebrated the return of ancient artifacts from the Acropolis on Friday, as part of a wider campaign to persuade the British Museum to repatriate a collection of sculptures taken from the ancient site in Athens over 200 years ago. Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni led the ceremony for the return of three sculpture fragments, including a horse and two male heads, from the Parthenon temple on the Acropolis, which…
Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki recently used social media to remind the world of the importance of combating hatred, fascism, imperialism, nationalism, and intolerance. On the anniversary of the tragic death of the heroic Ulma family from Markowa, Morawiecki stressed that no nation or group of people should ever suffer harassment or persecution due to their origin, religion, language, or beliefs. The Ulma family, consisting of Józef and Wiktoria Ulma…
President Andrzej Duda of Poland commemorated the National Day of Remembrance for Poles who saved Jews during the German occupation in World War II. During the solemn ceremony in Markowa, located in the Podkarpackie province, President Duda praised the unwavering courage and conviction of the Polish people who risked their lives to protect their Jewish neighbors. The President highlighted the significance of the Museum of Poles Saving Jews during World…
The world’s oldest and most complete Hebrew Bible, known as the Codex Sassoon, is set to be auctioned off at the prestigious Sotheby’s auction house in New York. With an estimated value of up to $50 million, this historical treasure has the potential to become the most expensive document ever sold at auction. Before making its way to the auction block, the Codex Sassoon was exhibited in Israel, allowing the public a rare opportunity to view this 1,100-year-old artifact. Despite…
The officials in charge have commenced the long-awaited renovation of the Mangleshwar Bhairav Temple in the Baba Demb region, a site with a rich history that dates back seven centuries. The temple, which has been damaged by the 2014 floods, will undergo a comprehensive refurbishment that is set to cost about Rs. 1.62 core, with the project expected to be completed by the end of next month. The renovation project is part of the Circular Road Project, and it has…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Inaugurates Two Coal-Fired Power Plants, Stresses Rule of Law and Counterterrorism Efforts Expanded: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized that no one is above the law and that supporting or harboring terrorists will not be tolerated in Pakistan. He condemned recent terrorist attacks targeting military personnel, vowing to thwart the malicious intentions of the country’s enemies. He stressed the importance of the Constitution for all Pakistanis. During his visit to Islamkot in the Tharparkar region, PM Shehbaz…
A recent inquiry by the Kerala Police has revealed that the fire at the Brahmapuram waste plant was accidental and not started by anyone. The fire broke out in the dumpyard due to extreme heat, according to the investigation report. The Kochi City Police Commissioner sent the report to the state Director General of Police, stating that higher temperatures are still present at the base of the waste mound, indicating the possibility of another fire outbreak. The report will be…
Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Culture and National Heritage, Piotr Gliński, announced the launch of an international architectural competition for the reconstruction of the historic Saski Palace in Warsaw. The reconstruction will follow the principles of conservation reconstruction, preserving the integrity and heritage of the site. The competition aims to solicit architectural concepts for the redevelopment of Saski Palace, Brühl Palace, and the tenement houses at 6, 8, and 10/12 Królewska Street in Warsaw. The initiative is part…
In 1886, a young woman named Ella Harper burst onto the New York City circus scene, capturing the attention of audiences with her unique and rare condition – her knees turned outward, forcing her to walk on all fours like a camel. Dubbed the “Camel Girl,” Ella quickly became a sensation, drawing large crowds eager to see her perform incredible acrobatic feats. Ella’s condition was caused by a rare genetic disorder called genu recurvatum, which results in hyperextension of the…
In the early 1890s, a new and unconventional method of treating headaches emerged – vibration therapy. This therapy involved using machines, such as the Haartz Vibrator, to deliver rhythmic vibrations to the head, neck, and shoulders. The vibrations were believed to stimulate blood flow and soothe tense muscles, providing relief from headaches and other aches and pains. Despite the promising testimonials and endorsements from doctors, vibration therapy faced criticism and skepticism from the medical community. Some dismissed it as a…
In 1925, the world was captivated by the bold and daring rooftop photoshoot of dancer Miss Gilmore and English artist McCutcheon on the Broadway theater in New York. This sensational display of art and adventure showcased the two posing for each other as well as a photographer, with the bustling city below as their backdrop. During this time, having photographs taken at great heights was a popular trend in the United States. The sense of danger and excitement of being…
English
Afrikaans
Albanian
Amharic
Arabic
Armenian
Azerbaijani
Basque
Belarusian
Bengali
Bosnian
Bulgarian
Catalan
Cebuano
Chichewa
Chinese (Simplified)
Chinese (Traditional)
Corsican
Croatian
Czech
Danish
Dutch
Esperanto
Estonian
Filipino
Finnish
French
Frisian
Galician
Georgian
German
Greek
Gujarati
Haitian Creole
Hausa
Hawaiian
Hebrew
Hindi
Hmong
Hungarian
Icelandic
Igbo
Indonesian
Irish
Italian
Japanese
Javanese
Kannada
Kazakh
Khmer
Korean
Kurdish (Kurmanji)
Kyrgyz
Lao
Latin
Latvian
Lithuanian
Luxembourgish
Macedonian
Malagasy
Malay
Malayalam
Maltese
Maori
Marathi
Mongolian
Myanmar (Burmese)
Nepali
Norwegian
Pashto
Persian
Polish
Portuguese
Punjabi
Romanian
Russian
Samoan
Scottish Gaelic
Serbian
Sesotho
Shona
Sindhi
Sinhala
Slovak
Slovenian
Somali
Spanish
Sundanese
Swahili
Swedish
Tajik
Tamil
Telugu
Thai
Turkish
Ukrainian
Urdu
Uzbek
Vietnamese
Welsh
Xhosa
Yiddish
Yoruba
Zulu
English
Afrikaans
Albanian
Amharic
Arabic
Armenian
Azerbaijani
Basque
Belarusian
Bengali
Bosnian
Bulgarian
Catalan
Cebuano
Chichewa
Chinese (Simplified)
Chinese (Traditional)
Corsican
Croatian
Czech
Danish
Dutch
Esperanto
Estonian
Filipino
Finnish
French
Frisian
Galician
Georgian
German
Greek
Gujarati
Haitian Creole
Hausa
Hawaiian
Hebrew
Hindi
Hmong
Hungarian
Icelandic
Igbo
Indonesian
Irish
Italian
Japanese
Javanese
Kannada
Kazakh
Khmer
Korean
Kurdish (Kurmanji)
Kyrgyz
Lao
Latin
Latvian
Lithuanian
Luxembourgish
Macedonian
Malagasy
Malay
Malayalam
Maltese
Maori
Marathi
Mongolian
Myanmar (Burmese)
Nepali
Norwegian
Pashto
Persian
Polish
Portuguese
Punjabi
Romanian
Russian
Samoan
Scottish Gaelic
Serbian
Sesotho
Shona
Sindhi
Sinhala
Slovak
Slovenian
Somali
Spanish
Sundanese
Swahili
Swedish
Tajik
Tamil
Telugu
Thai
Turkish
Ukrainian
Urdu
Uzbek
Vietnamese
Welsh
Xhosa
Yiddish
Yoruba
Zulu