History
14 of the most powerful armies in ancient world history.
In this Top 14, besides the very famous names like Sparta or Rome, four of them—Mongolia, Xiongnu, Han, and the Tang Dynasty army—are all from China.
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Health
A vegetable that is abundant in Vietnam is considered 'medicine for the poor': The world has used it to treat diseases for a long time!
Since ancient Greece and Rome, people have known the wonderful uses of this vegetable.
Science story
Ettore Majorana - The genius physicist who disappeared mysteriously
Once ranked alongside Galilei and Newton, physicist Ettore Majorana disappeared while achieving great success in his career.
Archeology
Ancient Hercules Statue Discovered While Fixing Plumbing in Rome
A statue depicting the Roman mythological hero Hercules was discovered during pipe repairs on a famous street in Rome, Italy.
Archeology
What was the fate of the city destroyed for opposing the Roman Empire?
The ruins at Fregellae, about 90 km southeast of Rome, date from the siege and destruction of the city by Roman troops in 125 BC.
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The truth about the tax 'nightmare' of ancient people
Taxes have been around longer than we think. In ancient times, if there was no money, people would have to pay taxes in kind.
History
Interesting facts about the ancient Romans
As one of the most powerful empires in the world, the life of the Romans contains many interesting facts.
History
What role did women play in ancient Rome?
The value of ancient Roman women depended on their fathers and husbands.
History
The ancient Romans used radioactive substances to make... decorations?
Artisans in ancient Rome created masterpieces of art without knowing its composition including its extremely dangerous radioactive components.
Biology
Italy destroys wild boars invading Rome
The Italian government is planning to eradicate the wild boar population raging in Rome after detecting an individual with African swine fever.
History
Rat Tortur - Torture with the Rat: A form of torture that originated in ancient Rome
Death caused by this form of torture was long used by the Romans. It was not until the 17th century that this mouse method was used again.
Environment
An ice shelf the size of Rome in Antarctica collapses
The NASA scientist said the complete collapse of the Conger ice shelf during a time of unusually high temperatures was 'a sign of what might be to come'.
History
Were women allowed to fight as gladiators in ancient Rome?
Were women allowed to fight as gladiators in ancient Rome?
Scientific works
Pyramid of Cestius: A unique building in ancient Rome
Referring to pyramids, people often think of ancient Egypt, however, these four-sided structures with tapered tops are also found around the world, belonging to many dif…
Science story
Attila - Legendary leader of the Huns
It was Attila (406 - 453), the legendary man of the Hun tribe, so he was also called Attila the Hun.