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The history of the Hitler salute, from its dubious Roman origins to its use by the far right
Is there a difference between the Hitler salute and the Roman salute? Danny Bird explores the story of an instantly ...
Taylor Swift’s ancient coin jewelry is steeped in symbolism — but what does it mean?
"Knowing Taylor, these pieces may hint at themes of resilience, power or even a connection to myths or eras that may inspire ...
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The Venetian Republic Offers Powerful Lessons to an American One in Need of Repair
Venice transformed from a modest refuge into a dominant Mediterranean power. Despite various crises and encircling ...
Elon Musk and the history of the ‘Roman salute’
When Elon Musk performed a gesture that many saw as a fascist gesture, his supporters claimed it was a Roman salute. So ...
What’s the Roman salute? Here’s the history of Musk’s controversial hand gesture
The straight-arm gesture was first popularized by the Italian fascist leader Benito Mussolini. There’s no evidence of a ...
How Jan. 27 came to be International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust
A historian of the Holocaust and curator of the Auschwitz exhibition, now in Toronto, invites all who gather on Jan. 27 to ...
Sharon Stone, 66, left stunned as she discovers unbelievable royal ancestry on Finding Your Roots
The Oscar-winner, 66, learned her relative is one of the most important people in history during an appearance on PBS's hit ...
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Is the Collapse Coming Soon?
What does it say about a society when its scholars turn increasingly to studies of the downfall of civilizations, the end of empires, the concept of human ...
The story of India’s Republic Day and the military parade tradition
India is marking its 76th Republic Day today (). This year’s celebrations are extra special as the Constitution, which came into effect on this day in 1950, marks 75 years. As we observe this day with ...
One thing to do in EVERY country before you die
Uncover the best bucket-list experience in every country, from iconic landmarks and stunning natural wonders to cultural ...
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Celebrating the Spirit of the Indian Republic
Dr. Banarsi Lal Every year 26th of January is celebrated as the Republic Day in India. On this day we celebrate the ...
'To forget a Holocaust is to kill twice': The liberation of Auschwitz - the Nazi death factory 80 years on
The 80th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation is marked by Holocaust Memorial Day on Monday, January 27 this year. It's a ...