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The Most Bizarre Coincidences in History – Fate or Chance?

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The Theatre of Dionysus

One of the classical Athenians’ most important inventions was the theatre. This lecture outlines the origins of Greek drama in this historic setting. A lecture by Edith Hall, Visiting Professor of Classics 29 November 2018 https://www.gresham.ac.uk/lectures-an… Medea, Antigone, Oedipus and … Continue reading →

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Greek Wine & the Roots of Theatre – Cheers & Booze, Episode 1

Welcome to Cheers & Booze – where we explore the intersection of all things alcohol and theatre across history! In Episode 1, Greek Wine & the Roots of Theatre, we explore how the very earliest beginnings of theatre in ancient … Continue reading →

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What Europe is REALLY doing in Africa

[…] Into Europe: Africa is becoming a focus point for great powers. While there has been much focus on the EU’s new initiative, the global gateway, raw materials and security questions drive the EU’s actions in the contient. So what … Continue reading →

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James McCune Smith: new discovery reveals how first African American doctor fought for women’s rights in Glasgow | The Conversation

James McCune Smith was the first African American to receive a medical doctorate from a university. He dedicated his life to fighting injustice. James McCune Smith was the first African American to receive a medical doctorate from a university. Born … Continue reading →

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The Library of Alexandra | Radiolab

mage credits:  Library of Alexandra How much does knowledge cost? While that sounds like an abstract question, the answer is surprisingly specific: $3,096,988,440.00. That’s how much the business of publishing scientific and academic research is worth. This is the story … Continue reading →

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The Unfortunate Mark Addy Pub

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Forget Earthquakes. THIS Is What Could Doom California

[…] It’s a weird thing to think about, but all around the world there are towns at the bottom of lakes. Many are from reservoirs and dams built to generate power or clean water for cities, but some were from … Continue reading →

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How Six Kids Survived Being Shipwrecked for 15 Months

In today’s history documentary, we’re covering the true story of the Tongan Castaways, 6 kids who survived 15 months stranded alone on a deserted island. [Video] [Imagery] supplied by Getty Images.

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Dandelions and Civilization: A Forgotten History

Dandelions are among the most populous and widespread plants on earth. The secret to their success has to do both with their unique characteristics, and their inextricable connection to humans. The history of humans and dandelions is forever linked in … Continue reading →

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Silphium: The Miracle Plant The Romans Wiped Out

[…] Miracle contraceptive, wonder drug, aphrodisiac, the origin of the heart symbol, and hemorrhoid cure??? Tiktok, National Geographic, even FACEBOOK are all obsessed with this plant, Silphium, which grew over 2000 years ago here near Cyrene, Libya. It’s been called … Continue reading →

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The Headhunters – ABC Radio National

The arrival of Europeans in NZ kicked off a trade in Mokomokai — tattooed heads but these colonial souvenirs have their own complex history. In Episode Four of Stuff the British Stole… They used a chisel to carve into the … Continue reading →

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