Figs, meat—and not too much sex: A good diet in ancient times was more than what you ate
For example, the Olympic runner Chionis of Laconia apparently also had a strict diet of figs when he was training for his ...
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The Smell of Gods: Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Once Not Only Painted But Also Perfumed
For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.
'Chariots of Fire' runner connects with IOC candidate Coe through England's Olympic history
FILE - Candidate to the presidency of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Sebastian Coe speaks during a press ...
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Ancient Sculptures From Greece And Rome Used To Be Scented
For centuries, scientists have known that the white marble statues from ancient Greece and Rome were once painted with rich […] ...
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Ancient Greek Women Who Left Their Mark on History
Sappho’s influence extended beyond her lifetime, shaping later poetic traditions in Greece and Rome ... even in ancient Greek society that women could succeed in traditionally male-dominated arenas.
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70 years since Brazil’s two-time Olympic champion Da Silva flew beyond 16.50m
Da Silva was preparing for the defence of his Olympic title in Rome in 1960 and studying for a degree in physical ... A year later, he eclipsed the ancient mark with 16.01m in Rio. In 2018, Da Silva ...
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The 12 Greek Gods and Their Unique Superpowers
These Greek gods are often called the “Olympic gods” because some were said to live on ... and Hestia. Zeus of Otricoli Ancient Roman copy of Hellenistic Original. credit: Wikimedia commons/Public ...
Ancient Olympia hosts IOC candidates and voters two days ahead of presidential contest
Seven candidates in the IOC presidential election came to the most sacred Olympic site two days before the contest Thursday ...
IOC session opens in ancient Olympia as presidential election looms
The International Olympic Committee kicked of its session in Olympia, site of the ancient Games, on Tuesday that will ...
Olympics-IOC session opens in ancient Olympia as presidential election looms
The International Olympic Committee kicked of its session in Olympia, site of the ancient Games, on Tuesday that will culminate with the election of a ...
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Discovery of ritual bath sheds light on Jewish life in ancient Rome
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. The ruins of an ...
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Ancient Rome Was So Polluted With Lead That IQs Dropped
Lead pollution in ancient Rome was so high that it dropped the population’s IQ by around 3 points, if not more. Elites were exposed to lead through water pipes, cooking pots, bath tubs ...