Exeter Cathedral door hole could be world’s oldest cat flap
BBC Records show payments to carpenters dating around 1598 A hole in a door at a cathedral is thought to be the world’s oldest cat flap. The…
The Brazen Bull and Other Ancient Torture Devices
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A Central African Lyre Made from a Human Skull and Antelope Horns
A unique and intriguing artifact, the Central African lyre, stands out due to its unusual construction materials, including a human skull and antelope horns. This 19th-century instrument…
Women in Ancient Egypt
Women in ancient Egypt were regarded as the equals of men in every aspect save that of occupation. The man was the head of the household and nation, but women…
The Sad Story of Hitler’s Favorite Children
As a general proposition, loyalty is a morally commendable trait. Unless, of course, it is loyalty to an evil person and cause. Few examples highlight that exception…
Mingun Myanmar Guide – A Half Day Boat Trip From Mandalay
Mingun Myanmar Guide – A Half Day Boat Trip From Mandalay The ancient city of Mingun is a little explored gem near to Mandalay in Myanmar. Being…
She spent 500 days alone in a cave for a human experiment … but didn’t finish her book
A 50-year-old Spanish extreme athlete emerged on Friday from a 500-day challenge living 70 meters (230 feet) deep in a cave outside Granada with minimal contact outside….
The Lupanare: Prosтιтution and Houses of Pleasure in Ancient Pompeii
Mad emperors, fierce warriors, brutal entertainment, and lascivious lifestyles. These are the familiar images of ancient Rome, but what was it really like? Rumors abounded regarding Roman emperors…
Unveiling the Wonders of Garni Gorge: A Journey Through Armenia’s Natural Marvel
Nestled in the heart of Armenia, the breathtaking Garni Gorge stands as a testament to the raw beauty and geological wonders of this ancient land. Carved by…
Mummy of Ramesses I
The mummy of Ramesses I had been stolen from the Royal Cachette in Deir el-Bahari (TT320) by the Abu-Rᴀssul family of grave robbers and sold by Turkish…