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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Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Not Only Beautiful, but Also Smelled Nice, Too
But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...
Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were More Than Eye Candy—They Were Also Perfumed
Thousands of years ago, Greco-Roman statues offered viewers a multi-dimensional experience that also called to our olfactory ...
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 ...
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IOC Session Kicks Off in Ancient Olympia with Greek Support for Olympic Ideals
The 144th IOC Session opened ceremonially in Ancient Olympia on Tuesday, with Hellenic Republic President Constantine ...
ZME Science2d
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.
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The Iconic Statues Of Ancient Greece And Rome Were Originally Scented, Groundbreaking New Study Reveals
While the legendary statues of ancient Greece and Rome are now known the world over as stark white works of art housed in museums and galleries, those who viewed them 2,000 years ago would have had a ...
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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 […] ...
'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 ...
Greek Reporter4d
The Cosmos of Ancient Greece’s Antikythera Mechanism
The Antikythera computer captured the ancient Greek passion for mathematics, and especially geometry, and science.
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The landmarks that will transform Milan for the Olympic Games
The Olympic Village designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), which will be the first completed work in the area (delivery is scheduled for 31 July 2025), is part of the park: the two blocks, made ...
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This ancient version of soccer has a rule against murder — and it’s still played
ASHBOURNE, England (AP) — This ancient form of soccer has a rule forbidding ... Scorers have likened the achievement to winning Olympic gold. They are carried on shoulders, paraded through ...