Tag: history

Greek historian Eleni Glykatzi-Ahrweiler dies at 99

The iconic historian Eleni Glykatzi-Ahrweiler passed away at the age of 99, leaving behind a rich intellectual legacy. Born in Athens in 1926 to parents...

Viking rune stones: Love, loss and legacy

Ancient messages still emerging Viking rune stones continue to surface across Sweden, nearly 1,000 years after they were carved, offering rare insights into love, grief,...

ON THIS DAY: Vatican City independence established (1929)

On This Day: The Lateran Treaty is signed Vatican City independence was formally established on 11 February 1929, when the Lateran Treaty was signed between...

Historic Cyprus snow: Snowmen in Nicosia and cut-off villages

A historical overview of the most severe and defining snowfall events in Cyprus was presented by former Meteorological Service Director Kleantis Nikolaides, speaking on...

Blitz survivors remember ‘Victory Christmas’

Eighty years ago, Britain was celebrating its first peacetime Christmas after six long years of war. They called it “Victory Christmas” and for the first...

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Spanish Prime Minister: “Cyprus is a victim of this war”

The war being waged by the United States and...

Cyprus in the “crossfire” of confusion

In moments of geopolitical tension, facts can become casualties...

Markwayne Mullin Homeland Security pick by Trump

Trump selects Oklahoma senator for DHS role US President Donald...

ON THIS DAY: Cassius Clay becomes Muhammad Ali (1964)

In 1964, Cassius Clay, the reigning heavyweight boxing champion,...
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