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Does BBC Civilisations get its four stories of collapse correct? Experts weigh in

In four episodes, the BBC’s Civilisations series tells the story of the fall of the Romans, Aztecs, Egypt’s Ptolemies and Japan’s Edo Samurais. The show tells these stories through a combination of recreated dramatic scenes, explanation from experts and discussions of objects from the British Museum. Here, four experts in…

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'Cleopatra's Final Secret' documentary reveals hundreds of coins and port found in Egypt. But does that mean Cleopatra was buried there?

Hundreds of coins that depict Cleopatra VII have been discovered in an Egyptian temple. The archaeologist who led the team believes the female pharaoh's tomb is nearby.

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2,200-year-old gold coin depicting ancient Egyptian queen discovered in Jerusalem

Archaeologists in Jerusalem have discovered a 2,270-year-old gold coin with Queen Berenice II of Egypt and the inscription "of the Queen," suggesting she was a powerful and influential monarch.

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New finds shed light on Canopus – the ancient Egyptian port city lost to the sea

This year has seen a number of artefacts recovered from the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Egypt. The area has attracted interest for some time due to ongoing searches for the tomb of Cleopatra VII and Alexander the Great. But the new finds add to our knowledge of the…

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Which Roman emperor ruled the longest?

The question of which Roman emperor ruled the longest is tricky to answer.

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22 Unbelievable Historical Facts That Weren’t Taught in School

History classes often cover a broad spectrum of events, from ancient civilizations to modern-day politics. However, due to curriculum constraints and the vastness of historical...

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'Big surprise' reveals supposed skull of 'Cleopatra's sister' actually belongs to an 11-year-old boy

A cutting-edge analysis of a skull found in Turkey in 1929 proves once and for all that it is not Arsinoë IV, Cleopatra's half sister.

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Science news this week: Cleopatra curiosities and quantum leaps

Dec. 14, 2024: 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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Statue Found At Cleopatra’s Alleged Tomb May Reveal What Her Real Face Looked Like

"Cleopatra’s final resting place is not in Egypt." The post Statue Found At Cleopatra’s Alleged Tomb May Reveal What Her Real Face Looked Like first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Ancient statue discovered at Egyptian temple may be rare Roman bust of Cleopatra

Not everyone is convinced statue belongs to legendary queen

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Possible bust of Cleopatra VII found at ancient Egyptian temple

A small statue of a woman wearing a royal crown may depict Cleopatra VII, an archaeologist claims. Other archaeologists think it is likely someone else.

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What was the deal with Julius Caesar and Cleopatra’s ‘situationship’?

The Egyptian queen Cleopatra is often associated with glamorous beauty routines, deadly snake bites, lavish banquets and torrid affairs with some of the most notorious men in Roman history.

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Archaeologists Uncover Mysterious Tunnel Beneath Ancient Temple In Egypt

Discoveries of a mysterious tunnel beneath an ancient temple in Taposiris Magna spark excitement among archaeologists, hinting at possible connections to C...

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Archaeologists Uncover Mysterious Tunnel Beneath Ancient Temple Ruins

Discoveries of a remarkable tunnel beneath an ancient temple in Taposiris Magna spark intrigue about its purpose and potential ties to Cleopatra's tomb.

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Archaeologists discover impressive ancient tunnel underneath temple in Taposiris Magna

Archaeologists uncover a remarkable tunnel beneath an ancient temple in Taposiris Magna, Egypt. Its purpose remains unknown, but it may lead to the lost to...

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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 ancient tunnel in Taposiris Magna temple ruins

Discover the geometric miracle tunnel unearthed in the ancient city of Taposiris Magna. Believed to lead to Cleopatra's tomb, this mysterious structure hol...

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30 lost burials archaeologists are still searching for

The burials of famous people provide enduring archaeological mysteries. Here are 30 of the most acclaimed "lost" tombs.

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What did Cleopatra, Egypt's last pharaoh, really look like?

"Cleopatra's skin color has nothing to do with her accomplishments, which are immense."

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Netflix's controversial Queen Cleopatra series hit with one of the worst audience ratings on Rotten Tomatoes

The historical four-part show also stands at a woeful 1.1 out of 10 on IMDB and sports a Tomatometer of 11 per cent with critics

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Is Netflix’s Queen Cleopatra cultural appreciation or cultural appropriation?

On May 10, Netflix dropped its four-part docuseries, Queen Cleopatra. Executive produced by actress Jada Pinkett-Smith as part of her African Queens series, Queen Cleopatra focuses on Cleopatra VII, the last pharaoh of Egypt, through testimonies and dramatic reenactments.

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Do we need this take on Cleopatra?

Netflix's "Queen Cleopatra" has its moments but do we really need another take on this superstar of history?

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Cleopatra's skin colour didn't matter in ancient Egypt – her strategic role in world history did

Cleopatra, queen of Egypt in the years 51-30 BC, is back in the news thanks to a controversial docudrama series on Netflix called Queen Cleopatra. Much debate has raged about her ethnicity. The queen was of Greek ancestry. In the Netflix series she’s played by a black actress. The fuss…

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Queen Cleopatra: A Timeline Of The Drama Surrounding Netflix's Upcoming Series

Here are the major points of the drama surrounding Netflix's Queen Cleopatra docudrama series.

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Following Controversy Surrounding Netflix's Queen Cleopatra, Egypt's Council Of Antiquities Weighs In

Another party has weighed in about the ongoing controversy surrounding Netflix's upcoming docudrama Queen Cleopatra.

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