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What was the deal with Julius Caesar and Cleopatra’s ‘situationship’?

The Egyptian queen Cleopatra is often associated with glamorous beauty routines, deadly snake bites, lavish banquets and torrid affairs with some of the most notorious men in Roman history.

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NYT Connections today hints and answers — Tuesday, October 29 (#506)

Get today's NYT Connections hints and answers for today's puzzle #506 on October 29.

Tom’s Guide

You’ve heard of Asterix and Obelix, but who really were the Gauls? And why were they such a problem for Rome?

The year is 50 BC. Gaul is entirely occupied by the Romans. Well, not entirely. One small village of indomitable Gauls still holds out against the invaders.

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Are you not entertained? The XVIII best films about the Romans – ranked!

With Gladiator II thrusting into cinematic arenas next month, we hand out laurels to the greatest sword-and-sandal movies of them all

The Guardian - UK

Best books on Roman history, from Romulus and Remus to the decline of Empire

A curated list for those who can’t stop thinking about ancient Rome

Evening Standard

Boris Johnson’s Unleashed: A memoir that’s twisted, sour and full of yet more lies

In his shameless and predictable 772-page account of events, the former PM forgoes the truth to paint a preposterous picture of himself as a man of destiny, too good for his own good

The Independent UK

Zuckerberg Augustus: Meta’s emperor rebrands in new clothes

Mark Zuckerberg’s new revamp is a far cry from the zip-up hoodies and suits emblematic of earlier eras of Facebook

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The Fantastical Scenarios of Yuval Noah Harari: From the Roman Past to the AI Future

In his haste to cram complex events into crisp little episodes, the historian passes over inconvenient details.

Reason

Gladiator rebellions and bread strikes: ancient Rome’s labor unions revealed

In her new book Strike, Sarah Bond explains how Roman workers banded together – much like labor organizing today

The Guardian - US

Delaware election officials communicated with lieutenant governor's office amid finance scandal

Emails obtained by The Associated Press show that Delaware election officials communicated with one or more aides in Lt. Gov. Bethany Hall-Long’s office last year amid a scandal involving her campaign finance reports

The Independent UK

Meet the Harvard dropout who made an AI necklace he says is like 'talking to God'

Critics have ridiculed the 21-year-old’s new product “Friend,” but Schiffmann remains unfazed.

Fortune

Pressure mounts on Biden as tally of Democrats urging withdrawal passes 30

US president reportedly feeling ‘angry and betrayed’ as speculation swirls that announcement could be imminent

The Guardian - US

Political assassinations are not just an American problem – they have been all too frequent throughout history

By the time Julius Caesar died with the words “Et tu, Brute?” on his lips, political assassinations were already a common occurrence.

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The best TV shows set in Rome: from I, Claudius to Britannia

Grab that gladius and get ready to fight

Evening Standard

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500 years ago, Machiavelli warned the public not to get complacent in the face of self-interested charismatic figures

A United States president sought to remain in office after his term ended, maintains a worshipful following and has declared he will operate as a dictator only on “day one” if reelected. His cunning and manipulation of American politics and its legal system have, so far, blocked efforts to hold…

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Villa near Mount Vesuvius may be where Augustus, Rome's 1st emperor, died

Researchers say a villa buried by the eruption in A.D. 79 corresponds with records of the Roman emperor's death in A.D. 14.

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Screenwriter Brian Helgeland Reveals Plot Details For Canceled Cleopatra Movie.

Learn about Brian Helgeland's canceled Cleopatra movie project and the intriguing plot details that never made it to the big screen.

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Exploring The Legacy Of 10 Legendary Military Leaders

Explore the legacies of ten legendary military leaders, from Alexander the Great to George Washington.

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Timeless Military Strategies For Modern Warfare

Explore ancient military tactics from Sun Tzu to Samurai, offering valuable insights for contemporary warfare.

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Why do we leap day? We remind you (so you can forget for another 4 years)

Why do we have leap years, and what are we supposed to do — or not do — with our rare extra day? NPR's Morning Edition spoke with experts in astronomy, history and economics to find out.

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“Today I Learned”: 40 Interesting Facts About The World That Many Have Just Learned (New Posts)

You can't afford to stop learning new things, so why not keep it up with this listicle of "Today I Learned" facts. The post “Today I Learned”: 40 Interesting Facts About The World That Many Have Just Learned (New Posts) first appeared on Bored Panda.

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The Fascinating History And Importance Of Leap Year

Discover the rich history and purpose of leap year, from ancient calendars to the Gregorian system, ensuring alignment with Earth's orbit.

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Ancient Warriors: 10 Inspiring Military Leadership Lessons

Discover leadership insights from historical military figures like Sun Tzu, Alexander the Great, and Hannibal.

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Roman dodecahedron uncovered by amateur archaeologists in the UK

More than 100 dodecahedrons have now been found in northwestern Europe, but archaeologists still don't know what they were used for.

LiveScience

5 stories making science news this week: A Pacific 'superstructure' and an ancient Roman bullet

Jan. 14, 2024: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.

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