A barbecue, a protest … or a good book? We asked some of our leading historians to choose an illuminating Australia Day read.

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Chennai: Proclaiming to the world, ‘The Iron Age began on Tamil soil,’ Chief Minister M K Stalin on Thursday said, with immense pride and unmatched satisfaction, that the use of iron in Tamil ...

One of the most colourful and interesting periods in ancient West African history is set to be relived in an epic musical theatre production titled 'Mansa Musa and the Trail of Lost Gold, The Prelude' ...

When Elon Musk performed a gesture that many saw as a fascist gesture, his supporters claimed it was a Roman salute. So ...

"Based on results from world-renowned institutions, the use of iron in Tamil Nadu dates back to the beginning of 4th millennium B.C.E., establishing that iron usage was prominent in South India over 5 ...

From The Fountainhead to Inception... As Brady Corbet’s imposing new epic The Brutalist arrives in cinemas, we sketch out a history of architects on screen.

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Waffles are one of the oldest treats. The history of waffles goes back to ancient Greece and a type of bread called obleios ...

When you think of a vending machine, things like snacks, sodas, or even pharmaceutical supplies may come to mind. But you ...

Santorini, with its breathtaking landscapes and rich history, offers an array of unforgettable experiences for visitors.