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Why India blocked a Sotheby’s sale of ancient jewels buried with the Buddha’s ashes
Delhi clashes with UK heirs over gems interred with bones and ashes of The Enlightened One for thousands of years ...
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Why the Ten Commandments should not be posted in public school classrooms
The Bible itself contains the most powerful argument against making the Ten Commandments a moral guide for all citizens.
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Fascinating ancient temples of the world
Embark on an exploration of the world's most awe-inspiring ancient temples, each a testament to the spiritual beliefs and ...
Sweeping study of 7,000 years of monuments in South Arabia shows how pastoralists adapted to change
New research brings together 7,000 years of history in South Arabia to show how ancient pastoralists changed placement and ...
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, Kenyan author and dissident who became a giant of modern literature, dies at 87
Thiong’o was admired worldwide, including by authors John Updike and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and by former President Barack ...
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Fascinating religious sites around the world
In times of crisis and despair, many choose to seek solace in their faith. Across the globe, religious sites stand as ...
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I backpacked Nepal and India like the Race Across the World teams — here's what I learnt
After spending seven months backpacking through India and Nepal, solo travel expert Lydia Swinscoe shares her advice for making the most of the route, which features in the latest series of BBC’s belo ...