Valentine's Day is all about the hearts: heart-shaped chocolates, cards, balloons and even pizza. But the heart hasn't always just been a symbol of romance.

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This Valentine’s Day, as we exchange stylised hearts in celebration of love, we might pause to remember that the power of the heart has been a symbol of life, death and everything in between for ...

The brain creates emotions but the heart remains a universal symbol of love – and for good reason. Feb. 14 is a time for many to show love, but psychologists highlight the benefits of love all ...

EMOJIS have become an integral part of our text message conversations over the years. We all use the red love heart but there are plenty of other heart variations you can use. Here’s the lowd… ...

From the iconic heart shape to the harmonious Yin and Yang, let’s uncover the fascinating stories behind these perpetual symbols of love. Roses Source: Shutterstock Often exchanged among lovers, the ...

Published: February 13, 2025 9:12am EST Valentine’s Day is all about the hearts: heart-shaped chocolates, cards, balloons and even pizza. But the heart hasn’t always just been a symbol of romance.

From jewelry to emojis, the heart icon has symbolized love for centuries. Historian and Oxford professor Martin Kemp says it dates back to ancient and medieval times. "There's no nice linear ...

Valentine’s Day is all about the hearts: heart-shaped chocolates, cards, balloons and even pizza. But the heart hasn’t always just been a symbol of romance. Across cultures and centuries, the heart ...