Quote of the Day, by Epictetus: "Do not live according to your own rules, but in harmony with nature"
The resurgence of Stoicism in modern times is attributed to social media, coaching practices, and the re-publication of its foundational texts.
In Siberia.. discovery of prosthetic limbs used 2500 years ago
Archaeologists in Siberia have uncovered evidence of a primitive prosthetic limb used by a woman around 2500 years ago, showcasing early surgical practices.
An unusual ancient grave was found: the father's bones on the daughter's chest
Archaeologists uncovered a grave in Gotland, Sweden, revealing the remains of a teenage girl with her father's bones placed on her chest, suggesting complex family burial practices from 5,500 years ago.
The Secret of a Roman Game from 2,000 Years Ago Solved. AI Helped
Researchers have utilized AI to analyze a Roman stone game board, revealing insights into ancient gaming practices and potentially leading to new archaeological investigations.
On its World Day.. the Story of Hot Pepper from Spiritual Spice to Chemistry of Pleasure
The article explores the historical significance of spices, especially hot pepper, which transitioned from spiritual and medicinal uses in ancient civilizations to a key player in global trade and culinary practices.
The Legacy of Grandmothers
The article discusses the historical and cultural impact of grandmothers' legacies, contrasting ancient practices of women's political engagement with contemporary issues of theocratic oppression.
The oldest documented cremation ceremony in Africa: they cremated a short adult woman 9,500 years ago
Archaeologists have discovered the oldest evidence of a cremation ceremony in Africa, dating back 9,500 years, involving the deliberate cremation of a short-statured adult woman in Malawi.
The prehistoric mummies of Atacama hold an unusual anatomical detail: this explains the reduction of the brain after thousands of years in the desert
The prehistoric mummies of Atacama reveal an unexpected anatomical detail regarding brain reduction over thousands of years, highlighting the diversity of ancient mummification practices beyond just ancient Egypt.