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10 Ancient and Contemporary Yule Traditions
Many common Christmas traditions—from hanging mistletoe to making wreaths—originated with pagan Yule celebrations. Yule has become synonymous with the...
mentalfloss.com - 30+ days ago

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space
How a Mass Extinction Driven by Ancient Volcanoes Led to the Age of the Dinosaurs
Everyone knows about the mass extinction that ended the Age of Dinosaurs. About 66 million years ago, a seven-mile-wide asteroid slammed into our...
smithsonianmag.com - 30+ days ago
science / space
Astronomers Have Detected Oxygen In The Most Ancient Known Galaxy
Scientists using two enormous telescopes — one on Earth and the other in space — have detected oxygen in the most ancient known galaxy, a star-scape beaming light just 300 million years after the Big Bang. The galaxy, discovered with NASA's James Webb Space Telescope in 2024, is called...
mashable.com - 17 days ago
design
ethimo's patio reintroduces ancient weaving tradition with wood & teak outdoors furniture
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designboom.com - 17 days ago
architecture
We Found the 'Deflated Decor' You're Seeing in All the Coolest Homes Right Now, But Didn't Know Where to Buy
Inspired by the zealousness to conquer and inhabit space, Polish-based Zięta Studio works to bring futuristic designs to contemporary interiors. Odd...
livingetc.com - 30+ days ago
nature
Daily briefing: Could these ‘leopard spots’ hint at ancient life on Mars?
Tiny spots discovered in a rock on Mars could be signs of microbes that once lived on the red planet. Plus: The brain cells that encode the...
nature.com - 30+ days ago
movie & tv
Robert Eggers Is Not Interested In Making A Contemporary Film Where He Would Have To Shoot A Car Or Cellphone: “Makes Me Ill”
Never say never, but Nosferatu filmmaker Robert Eggers is pretty much dead-set on not making a contemporary movie. The auteur — whose pics have spanned...
deadline.com - 30+ days ago
nature
Famed Pacific island’s population ‘crash’ debunked by ancient DNA
Genome analysis adds to mounting evidence against the idea that Rapa Nui’s population collapsed owing to overexploitation of natural resources. Ewen...
nature.com - 30+ days ago
photography
The contemporary photographers making collaboration an art form
Commercial and art photography are typically situated in opposition. But for a host of contemporary photographers, the fusion of commercial, editorial and personal work opens a rich dialogue between these seemingly disparate parts. We profile five photographers that have each forged a multifaceted,...
wallpaper.com - 30+ days ago
movie & tv
Before 'Yellowstone,' Kelly Reilly Ruled Over a Wild Version of Ancient Britain
Kelly Reilly's portrayal of the ruthless and some time s polarizing character of Beth Dutton in Yellowstone has been considered one of the strongest...
collider.com - 30+ days ago
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Excavations In Türkiye Reveal A 2,300-Year-Old Mosaic Of Battling Cupids
The mosaic of the warring Cupids dates back to the third century B.C.E. and may have ties to Dionysus, the patron deity of the ancient city of...
allthatsinteresting.com - 26 days ago
beauty / health
Why are people putting castor oil in their belly buttons, and does it have health benefits?
Doctors weigh in on the pros and cons of navel pulling, an ancient practice that's going viral because of claims it helps with digestion, cramps and more. Rubbing castor oil in the belly button is not new, but it has gotten a lot of buzz on social media for its supposed benefits. Proponents of the...
today.com - 30+ days ago
science
'Truly extraordinary' ancient offerings, including statues of snakes and a child priest, found submerged in 'healing' spring in Italy
The remains of ancient bronze statues, including sculpted snakes up to 35 inches long, have been found within a hot spring in Italy. Archaeologists in...
livescience.com - 30+ days ago
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Scientists Grow A ‘Lost Tree’ Described In The Bible From A Mysterious Ancient Seed Found In The Judean Desert
For the past 14 years, scientists have been growing a tree named "Sheba" from a 1,000-year-old seed that was found in a cave near Jerusalem, and now...
allthatsinteresting.com - 30+ days ago
travel
Scottish hospitality shines at these 7 hotels
The scenery in Scotland — the dramatic Highlands, glistening lochs, ancient castles and cathedrals, and lush forests — is so stunning that hotels...
theweek.com - 5 days ago
science
Paleo Diet Debunked: Ancient Humans Ate Plants, Study Shows
Claims that we ought to subscribe to a low-carb, high-protein 'paleo diet' are typically based on assertions our ancestors avoided complicated plant...
sciencealert.com - 30+ days ago
science / space
New study uncovers the moon’s ancient secrets
New study uncovers the moon’s ancient secrets A groundbreaking study in Nature has shaken up our understanding of the moon’s formation. This research...
rollingout.com - 30+ days ago
cycling
Ribble Allroad SL R: a lot of bike for the money but can aero and endurance really make good bedfellows?
Ribble’s Allroad SL R is one of a trio of versatile, contemporary all-road bikes the Preston-based brand launched last summer under its Road+ banner....
cyclingweekly.com - 30+ days ago
architecture
Kent House / Alexandra Buchanan Architecture
Kent is a contemporary addition to a 1925 Queenslander. Nestled onto Teneriffe Hill, in the riverside peninsula of New Farm, Brisbane, the site...
archdaily.com - 10 days ago
science
'Scary looking' ancient fish found washed up on Texas beach
The alligator gar measured between 3-and-a-half to 4 feet in length. Alligator gars are typically regarded as river monsters, with the giant fish...
chron.com - 30+ days ago
nature
How This Ancient Shark Species Is Making a Comeback
The oceans, covering 71% of Earth’s surface, have long been home to remarkable creatures. Among these, ancient shark species are particularly...
animalsaroundtheglobe.com - 18 days ago
cool stuff
Divers Just Uncovered Submerged Structures From The Ancient City Of Asini Off The Coast Of Southern Greece
Divers exploring the remains of Asini found significant ruins of port infrastructure including a large platform that's mostly retained its original...
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money
Where to Stay in Seoul For Travelers in South Korea
Seoul, the capital of South Korea, is one of Asia’s most dynamic and modern metropolises. The seamless blend of ancient traditions, modern...
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gardening
Where to place an orchid for good Feng Shui – professionals share advice for enhancing beauty and relationships
With a history rooted in ancient China, Feng Shui is all about curating spaces to encourage positive energy (known as Chi or Qi) and a sense of...
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science
Fossil hunter accidentally uncovers 4,000-year-old ax in Poland. See the discovery
In the forests and farmland of eastern Poland, Grzegorz Wróbl set out on a mission to find fossils. Instead, he found an ancient weapon. Wróbl stopped...
sunherald.com - 12 days ago
books
Biographies of Ancient Greeks and Romans
The art of biography has been a work in progress down the millennia. These days, leaders are no longer celebrated for the number of enemies killed in...
fivebooks.com - 30+ days ago