Watching The World Change
The Pic de Bugarach (Pech de Bugarach) is the highest summit in the Corbieres mountains in the French Midi. It is on the western part of the mountain that you will find the commune of Bugarach, which is the location of a doomsday cult that is awaiting the arrival of aliens who they believe will…
As highway construction began in central Greece, the digging has uncovered one of the oldest sanctuaries dedicated to the god of healing, Asclepios. This would make the oldest of its kind ever found. Dating back to 5th century BC, the sanctuary appears in writings by the historian Strabon in the 1st century AD. In this…
Throughout history, there have been great men that sparked a religious movement or belief system. In this article, you will encounter information about some of the most influential of religious figures, including Buddha and Confucius. Jesus of Nazareth (or Jesus Christ or Christ) Jesus Christ (born 7 to 2 BC) was the founder of Christianity…
For those of you interested in the archeological happenings and artistic history related to ancient Athens, there is exciting news. The restoration work done on the Stoa of Attalos has paid off because the first floor of the site is ready to be opened. It’s taken a long 30 years for the restoration process, but…
One of the islands of the Recherche Archipelago may help shed light on the life and history of what is believed to be the only known pirate associated with Australia. Archeologists are seeking clues to uncover the mystery of Black Jack Anderson in a limestone cave. During the early nineteenth-century, Anderson robbed whaling ships that…
Scarification centers on a form of permanent body modification that involves the scratching, etching, or burning of the skin. Sometimes, designs, imagery or words are carved into the skin. Scars form as a result of the cutting or branding. In this article, you will learn about some of the ways scarification fits into different cultural…
Around the world, there are many different rites of passages associated with a variety of cultures. When boys enter the stages where they become a man, sometimes specific body parts play an important role in this transition. In this article, you will learn about some traditions that involve the penis. The Subincision of the Aboriginal…
When the topic of circumcision comes to light, the male is often associated with this practice that often denotes a rite of passage. However, some cultures around the world perform circumcisions on females , a practice that has attracted varying opinions relating to safety and women’s rights. In this article, you will learn about some…
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While there are strange ways to die, it’s a good idea to make sure the person laid to rest is actually deceased. There was a stretch in time where people were placed in coffins and were either in a trance or in a state of shock that gave the appearance of being dead. However, it…
When it comes to boys becoming a man, sometimes they must endure tests that involve withstanding varying levels of pain or enduring a painful test. In this article, you will encounter initiations from around the world that center on pushing the envelope of pain. Whip Matches In West Africa, the Fulani people that live in…