How the Greek language unlocked the mysteries of the Hieroglyphics The Rosetta Stone is a significant artifact that has had a profound impact on our understanding of human history. Discovered in 1799 by Pierre François Xavier Bouchard, a French officer, during the …
This year, as Italy and Argentina both won their respective national competitions (Euro & Copa America), there was 1 club that celebrating with both of them (and many others). Atalanta Bergamasca (based in Bergamo, Italy) provided the most active players …
Did you know that Tennis started out as a sport called Sphairistike (the ancient Greek term for art of playing ball) in 1874? Sphairistike eventually became the tennis we know today, the rackets changed a bit but the original rules …
As I was watching the Friends Reunion the other day one moment caught my attention, a moment most people would never realize, a moment when you see 3 Greek goddesses on screen at the same time. It was when all …
Every year the Biographers International Organization award the Plutarch Award to the best biography of the year. Named after the Father of Biography, the Plutarch Award is a nice tribute to Biographies, a genre that might not be at the …
On National Physics Day (USA), we remember Aristotle, the Father of Physics. Although most of his original theories have since been proven wrong, Aristotle started the new science and laid out the first principles of Physics in history, known as …
How Greek Literature, Poetry and Mythology Influenced Shakespeare Shakespeare was a master of language, drama, and imagination, who drew from various sources and influences to create his timeless works. Among these sources, the classical literature, poetry and mythology of ancient …
Last night Ajax won their 20th Dutch Cup vs Vitesse with a last minute goal, and look set to win the Eredivisie (Dutch league) next month with a 10 point lead in the standings. If you didn’t know already, Ajax …
Yesterday (April 3) was Marlon Brando’s birthday, and in tribute to the legend that is one of the greatest and most influential thespians (actor) of the 20th century, we will take a look at the movie that started it all, …
On World Theater Day, what else can we talk about but Greek Theater, the start of everything, the origin of Theater that evolved into modern cinema and tv. Greek theater began in the 6th century BCE in Athens, where it …