Ancient Fortresses: Thousands of years old and still standing strong: Inside the world’s most formidable fortresses

Citadel of Aleppo, Syria (Image Credit: Canva) Through the ages, fortresses have been regarded as monuments of strength, endurance and exceptional engineering feats. Constructed to safeguard kingdoms, protect trade passages and repel invading forces, these grand edifices were mostly built at places such as hills, deserts and mountain passes where the surrounding landscape became an…

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Palestinians mourn Gaza World Cup screenings organiser killed in Israeli strike

The initiative aimed to offer families, particularly children, a brief escape from the realities of war. Egypt’s matches attracted large crowds, reflecting the long-standing popularity of the team among many Palestinians in Gaza who have long shared cultural, emotional and political ties with their neighbours. Videos of children and families gathering around giant screens among…

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Word of the day: Tacit |

Human interaction depends on far more than the words people exchange. A glance across a room, a familiar routine among colleagues or an expectation that everyone seems to recognise can communicate just as effectively as a conversation. Much of life operates through signals, habits and assumptions that are never formally explained. These quiet understandings help…

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After son dies of cancer, father-in-law performs widowed daughter-in-law’s Kanyadaan, giving her a new beginning

A wedding in Madhya Pradesh has captured widespread attention for a heartfelt reason that goes far beyond the celebrations. In Bhopal, one family’s decision has sparked conversations about compassion, acceptance, and the importance of giving someone a second chance at life. At a time when many relationships change after a personal loss, this family chose…

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