Ancient Rome used high tariffs to raise money too – and created other economic problems along the way
Unfortunately for the Romans, however, these tariffs often led to higher prices, black markets and other economic problems.
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When Cleopatra and Marc Antony Celebrated Love on Ancient Greece’s ‘Mykonos’
Cleopatra, and Marc Antony spent time in their decadent love affair on the Greek island of Samos in the summer of 32 B.C.
The right tie for each occasion and how to knot it
The rise of casual dressing has seen British men forgo the humble accessory – here are the styles for every occasion and how ...
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The beginning of the end
According to historian Edward Gibbon, the Roman Empire’s demise was the result of the gradual loss of civic virtue ...
A mass grave for fighters in a Roman Empire-era battle is revealed in Vienna
VIENNA -- As construction crews churned up dirt to renovate a Vienna soccer field last October, they happened upon an ...
NASA's Webb telescope captures photos of asteroid that won't hit Earth in 2032
Discovered late last year, the asteroid 2024 YR4 was predicted at one point to have a 3% chance of smacking Earth in 2032.
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Dinosaur predator and prey drank together from lagoons on Isle of Skye – study
The researchers said the site provides a “fascinating insight” into the environmental preferences and behaviours of dinosaurs from the Middle Jurassic period ...
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Discovering Moldova: Eastern Europe’s Hidden Gem –A Great Guide to the Republic of Moldova
Moldova is one of the least visited countries in Europe, but there are so many things to do here anytime of year. Read the ...
Barbarians who toppled Roman Empire were 'high on hallucinogenic drugs' at the time
Barbarian hordes invaded and sacked the Western Roman empire while under the influence of hallucinogenic drugs when taking on ...
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Researchers Illuminate The Mysteries Behind Roman-Era Sacrifices Of At Least 140 Dogs In A Quarry Pit In England
Researchers have recently analyzed 5,436 bones that came from roughly 140 dogs that were sacrificed and buried in an English ...
How the attacks on Kunal Kamra undermine the freedoms of all Indians
Kamra’s shows in recent times have all reflected upon the uncertain status of comedy, and therefore speech, in India. What ...