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The Historia Augusta stands as a paradox within the annals of Roman historiography, a perplexing blend of fact and fiction, offering both insights into the imperial era and challenges to historical accuracy. 

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Scientists from the University of Sharjah and the Warburg Institute are poring over the writings of an 11th century Arab-Muslim polymath to demonstrate his impact on the development of optical sciences and how he fundamentally transformed the history of physics from the Middle Ages up to modern times in Europe.

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As an institution of spiritual authority, the Catholic Church wields much influence over the attitudes and beliefs of millions of people around the globe.

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In an article authored by Craig Considine and published in The Huffington Post, the veil is lifted on a profound historic oversight in some educational curriculums

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From the monumental Great Pyramid of Giza to the mesmerizing Taj Mahal, the construction timelines of these iconic landmarks offer insights

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The history of the Native American Comanche tribe includes their move from ancestral homelands in Wyoming to more southerly parts

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In the incredible complexity and richness of the old Norse mythology, amidst the pantheon of gods, giants, and cosmic beings, stands the enigmatic epic shield 

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In a scientific first, an international team of researchers from the United Kingdom, Switzerland and the United States has found evidence to suggest

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The Battle of Hastings in 1066 stands as a watershed moment in British history, reshaping the trajectory of the nation for centuries to come.

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The remnants of a 3,500-year-old ‘royal fortified rest area’ have been uncovered by an Egyptian mission at the Tel Habwa archaeological site

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In an extraordinary archaeological find at Carlisle, UK, researchers have unearthed what appears to be Tyrian Purple, a rare and historically significant pigment

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In the chronicles of prehistoric Europe, a captivating tale emerges, one shrouded in mystery and discovery. 

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The act of divination is believed to be one of the earliest forms of religious activity, with a rich history dating back thousands of years and across multiple civilizations. 

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A new archaeological study of ancient Jerusalem is forcing experts to reevaluate some of their past assumptions about the history of that holy city. 

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Throughout history, formidable warriors have etched their names into the annals of warfare, leaving behind legacies of terror and conquest.

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For the first time, dynamic modelling of terrain has helped us better understand how humans first travelled across the continent of Sahul 

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Nestled amidst the lush greenery of Central Park lies the oldest outdoor monument in New York City: Cleopatra's Needle.

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The era of Rome's seven kings, spanning from approximately 753 BC to 509 BC, marks a critical period in the city's history. Romulus, the legendary founder

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While laboring in southern Kazakhstan in the Karatau Mountains as part of a crew involved in an environmental restoration campaign

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Ancient Sardinia’s history reveals a saga of resilience and adaptation spanning millennia. Situated strategically in the central Mediterranean

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