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Beauty was extremely important in ancient Greece and not just for women but for men, as well. As admirers of beauty, ancient Greeks placed...

On his first visit to Arkansas' Crater of Diamonds State Park, a French tourist who had previously panned for gold and searched for fossils,...

The flavorful and nutritious Mediterranean Chicken Pasta recipe combines elements of the culinary tradition of both Italy and Greece.

Using archaeomagnetism encouraged by mud bricks bearing the stamps of the names of Mesopotamian kings, archaeologists have been able to disprove the claim that...

A centaur head and two more marble fragments taken from the Parthenon in the 17th century are among the most popular exhibits of the...

The healthcare system in ancient Egypt, praised as "advanced and successful," is the focus of a recent publication, Medicine and Healing Practices in Ancient...

The story of the world-famous Leonidas chocolates and pralines is as rich as the confections themselves. It all began with a Greek chocolatier Leonidas...

Smashing a pomegranate on New Year’s Day is an Ancient Greek custom that continues to this day as the fruit is considered a symbol of good fortune.

The discovery of phosphorus on Enceladus, the sixth-largest moon of Saturn, is perhaps the top space discovery for 2023 as the element is essential...

Honey isn't just for gourmets, who enjoy the many nuances of flavors given to it by pine trees, orange blossoms, or other flowers all...