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Canada adopted the current version of its flag in 1965 to remove references to its history as a British colony and promote Canadian national identity.

English has so much influence from Old Norse that the beliefs about its evolution have been called into question.

The Eastern Roman Empire, also known as the Byzantine Empire, survived for a thousand years after the fall of Rome. What eventually caused its fall?

As Rome conquered the lands around the Mediterranean, it created provinces as administrative units to manage its expanding territory and population.

The Athenian general Themistocles saved his city from destruction with daring decisions that marked him as one of ancient Greece’s most formidable leaders.

Once celebrated as one of the world’s most sophisticated civilizations, what happened to classical Greece, and how exactly did it disappear?

English has so much influence from Old Norse that the beliefs about its evolution have been called into question.

The Eastern Roman Empire, also known as the Byzantine Empire, survived for a thousand years after the fall of Rome. What eventually caused its fall?

The Silk Road’s 10 largest cities in focus: locations, peak eras, and why these hubs drove commerce from Asia to Europe.

Why did Dante call his epic poem a comedy? Philosopher Giorgio Agamben reveals hidden cultural and theological meaning in the title.

The philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche’s most memorable quotes and what they say about life, suffering, art, and the courage to be bold.

Western thought owes much to ancient Greek philosophers, such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Here are eleven Greek philosophers you should know.

Canada adopted the current version of its flag in 1965 to remove references to its history as a British colony and promote Canadian national identity.

These are the most famous historic attractions in Italy and their enlightening backstories.

Believe it or not, there are still plenty of historical discoveries to be made in Italy—one of the most visited countries on earth.

The Mennonites and Amish share the same origin, but soon, seemingly small differences resulted in a split into these two distinct groups.

Whether you’re a Christian or not, there are some truths to be discovered behind some of the teachings and parables of Jesus.

In Islam, Adam and Eve were created in Paradise. But after eating the forbidden fruit, God sent them to earth.

How did Mexico, under the leadership of General Santa Anna, lose the breakaway republic of Texas to its northern neighbor, the United States of America?

The Blue Fugates of Troublesome Creek baffled science for decades, until a rare mutation that caused the color was discovered.

In 1986, the world’s worst nuclear disaster emptied towns surrounding the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. Today, the scene is different.