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Inspired By Historical Characters, I Made 20 Hilarious Comics About Random Situations

Hi, I’m Melis, the creator of Hysterical Chronica! On my website, I write history articles alongside comics to bring the past to life in an engaging and relatable way. The post Inspired By Historical Characters, I Made 20 Hilarious Comics About Random Situations first appeared on Bored Panda.

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We made a timeline of everything that’s happened in human history using only Iron Maiden songs

Iron Maiden have written songs about dinosaurs, the Second World War and many, many things in between. So, here’s the history of Planet Earth as told through the metal legends’ lyrics.

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Trump’s meme coin is nothing new: it takes a page out of the ancient world’s playbook

Nowadays, we probably never stop to think about why money was invented. If you are a cynical person, you won’t be surprised to learn the prime motivation was to make a profit for rulers.

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Secrets of Alexander the Great mosaic revealed after 1st-of-its-kind analysis

There are around 2 million pieces that make up the Alexander the Great mosaic, but where did they come from?

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Science news this week: Polar vortices and volcanoes undersea

Jan. 3, 2025: 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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Lost site of Alexander the Great's famous battle against ancient Persians discovered in Turkey

Researchers believe they have found the site where Alexander the Great's troops fought the Battle of the Granicus.

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The 8 most controversial science stories of 2024

From a piece of cloth that may have belonged to Alexander the Great to an image of our galaxy's central black hole, here's our pick of controversial science stories in 2024.

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What if the Persians had defeated Alexander the Great?

The world we live in might be unrecognizable if Alexander the Great had been defeated by the Persians.

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Greeks Finally Get Thessaloniki Metro After Two-decade Wait

Greece's second city Thessaloniki will unveil its new subway system more than a decade late on Saturday after the project was dogged by archaeological challenges and financial difficulties.

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'Purple tunic' from royal tomb belonged to Alexander the Great, scholar claims — but not everyone agrees

A fragment of cloth found in a royal tomb in Greece decades ago might be the remains of a tunic once worn by Alexander the Great, a new study claims.

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The Great Mughals at the V&A review: an extravagant, exuberant and quite marvellous show

4/5 The exhibition is punctuated with showstopper pieces, one of the finest being a magnificent gold-hilted dagger and scabbard with no fewer than 1,685 rubies

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From Ancient Rome to Persia, eunuchs often led armies and were powerbrokers of the ancient world

When people think of eunuchs, someone like Lord Varys from Game of Thrones often springs to mind. Chubby, obsequious and a flatterer, he is involved in court intrigues and manipulates people and events behind the scenes.

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He's no Lionheart: It's Alex the Great's journey now

Ten years after he fought for a world title, Alex Leapai Sr has tipped his hulking teenage son is poised to become boxing's next genuine heavyweight superstar.

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“Bruce Lee”: 39 People Who Were Much Younger When They Died Than People Actually Imagine

39 celebrities who passed away way earlier than most people realize, as per this online discussion. The post “Bruce Lee”: 39 People Who Were Much Younger When They Died Than People Actually Imagine first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Aristotle, Aelian and the giant octopus: the earliest ‘citizen science’ goes back more than 2,000 years

If we want to research a subject, how do we do it? We could read about it in books or do experiments in a lab. Or another way is to find people who know something about it and ask them.

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“I thought you might like to do a little bit of singing!” Watch Bruce Dickinson play Iron Maiden classic Alexander The Great at a solo show in Greece

It marks the first time Dickinson’s played an Iron Maiden song with his solo band in 22 years

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'I nearly fell out of my chair': 1,800-year-old mini portrait of Alexander the Great found in a field in Denmark

The miniature bronze portrait depicts Alexander the Great with his wavy hair and crown of ram horns.

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32 astonishing ancient burials, from 'vampire' decapitations to riches for the afterlife

Archaeologists have discovered lavish and grisly burials the world over.

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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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‌Wrong! X-Ray Finds That Remains Thought To Alexander The Great’s Father Is Actually His Brother ‌

Recent study disputes tomb identification, revealing Philip II of Macedon's location in Vergina.

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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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Alexander the Great Netflix show labelled ‘extremely poor-quality fiction’ by Greek minister

Depiction of a romantic relationship between king and his general in Alexander: The Making of a God sparks furore

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If you’re raging that ‘Netflix made Alexander the Great gay’, it’s time to learn some LGBTQ+ history

For centuries, LGBTQ+ lives have been wiped from the record – February represents a chance to celebrate our contribution, says novelist Matt Cain

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Archaeologists uncover ancient tunnel beneath Taposiris Magna temple ruins

Archaeologists uncover a mysterious tunnel beneath the ancient city of Taposiris Magna, raising questions about its purpose and potential connection to Cle...

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Archaeologists discover impressive ancient tunnel beneath Egyptian temple ruins

Archaeologists uncover a remarkable tunnel beneath a temple in Taposiris Magna, Egypt. Its purpose remains unknown, raising speculation about the potential...

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