In Naples, red horns — an iconic Neapolitan symbol of prosperity, love and fortune -- are preferred over flowers and ...

Ancient Romans had a seemingly predictable diet for pre-refrigeration days made up of mostly cereals, legumes and meats with ...

Ancient Magdalenians practiced cannibalism, consuming enemies and possibly loved ones, revealing prehistoric violence.

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Many legends claim to explain the origins of Valentine’s Day, but as is the case with legends, they leave many questions ...

According to one legend, Pope Gelasius wanted to put an end to the debauchery in the late fifth century. He declared Feb. 14 ...

The blessing of the candles during Candlemas, or Candelora, as we say in Italian (Image created with DALL-E 2) While firmly grounded in Christian tradition, the Candelora also bears connections to ...

By 1600 b.c., less than one in 20 bones found at sites in the Levant typically come from pigs, and most of those appear to be ...

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