Tag: Roman New Year oaths

Ancient roots of New Year’s resolutions

Life December 31, 2025 at 17:00

Babylonian Akitu: Vows to gods Origins trace to ancient Mesopotamia's Akitu festival, 3,000-4,000 years ago in Babylon (modern Iraq, 55 miles south of Baghdad). Held...

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Five lifestyle changes to help you live well for longer

Health January 6, 2026 at 17:00

Simple, science-backed changes you can make now to keep...

Cuffing season: Is there science behind winter romance?

Life January 6, 2026 at 17:00

Cuffing season romance emerges in late autumn as singles...

ON THIS DAY: The storming of the US Capitol (2021)

On this Day January 6, 2026 at 14:00

On this day in history, as Congress met to...

Ancient monuments mark winter solstice

Life January 6, 2026 at 14:00

The winter solstice monuments, falling around 21-22 December, signal...