Love, an eternal and enigmatic emotion, has woven its threads through the tapestry of human history since time immemorial. From ancient civilizations to modern societies, the dynamics of love and relationships have evolved, reflecting the complex interplay of culture, tradition, … Read More
History
What is and How is Psychological Warfare Used?
How many times have you turned on the TV or read the newspaper and all you saw were upsetting images of terror? For many centuries, military conflicts have used one form of psychological warfare or another in an attempt to … Read More
Minoan Civilization – The First Highly Advanced Society in Europe
The Minoans play a critical role in the history of the world as they built the first-ever civilization that appeared rose and thrived on the soil of Europe. The Minoan Civilization at a Glance It was around 2,000 BCE when … Read More
The Role of Love in Mythology
Throughout history, every culture has developed its own formula for the ideal love story. Nowadays, most of our favorites start with “Once upon a time…” and end with a happily ever after. But these stories differ greatly from those that … Read More
20 Most Important Events in Sports History
Throughout history, sports have been both a uniting and a dividing force. The Olympic Games, for example, have long welcomed world pioneers in sports, but the global event has also been a place of symbolic protests and boycotts. Thus, it’s … Read More
Human Sacrifice in Maya Culture
The Maya civilization prospered in the misty jungles and rain forests of southern Mexico and Central America ca. 300 BC to 1520 AD, until its mysterious and sudden collapse. Early scholars believed Maya were pacifist people, and they focused mainly … Read More
Gutenberg’s Bible – The Information Revolution
In the age of 3-D printing, digital technologies, and the internet, we don’t hold much fascination for books anymore. They grace the shelves of countless homes, book stores, and libraries. In other words, they are mass-printed, which makes them widely … Read More
Sexual Revolution: Causes and Consequences
Views on marriage, family values, and sexuality changed throughout history. However, during the 1960s, this change gained much attention, and eventually, became synonymous with the movement popularly known as the sexual revolution. The revolution disrupted established values and challenged the … Read More
Power without Love is Dangerous: Navigating the Delicate Equilibrium Between Strength and Compassion
Amidst the tapestry of human history, one undeniable thread has woven itself through time—the unceasing allure of power. This force, coveted and feared in equal measure, has driven mankind’s pursuits, assuming various guises and trajectories. Yet, the means by which … Read More
Roman Gladiators: Schools, Training, and the Arena
Forms of entertainment in the age of the Roman Empire were worlds apart from the ones we know today, and the gladiator games are an excellent example. They were extremely popular among the entire Roman society and became an essential … Read More