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Kappeler Milchsuppe, Swiss Milk Soup. Source: tauav / Adobe Stock.
15 August, 2023 - 20:55 Robbie Mitchell

In 1529 AD, Soldier’s Called a Ceasefire Over Swiss Milk Soup (Video)

Kappeler Milchsuppe's historical significance resonates through time as a vivid illustration of the unifying power of food. Originating in 1529 during the First Kappel War, amidst the fervor of...
Aranmula Kannadi Mirror. Source: SREEDAS / Adobe Stock.
15 August, 2023 - 16:52 Robbie Mitchell

Aranmula Kannadi: This Mirror Reflects Your Truest Self (Video)

It is said a transformative experience awaits when you peer into the depths of an Aranmula Kannadi – a profound reflection of your true self. Crafted in the heart of Aranmula, a quaint town in India...
Trinity library, Dublin, Ireland. Source: jon_chica / Adobe Stock.
15 August, 2023 - 01:57 Robbie Mitchell

This Magnificent Library Holds Treasured Irish History (Video)

The Library of Trinity College Dublin stands as an unparalleled repository of Ireland's rich history. With its grandeur and significance, it is not merely a collection of books but a sanctuary of...
Molten iron fireworks. Source: Xiangli / Adobe Stock.
14 August, 2023 - 20:55 Robbie Mitchell

The Spectacular Chinese Tradition of Molten Iron Fireworks (Video)

For three decades, Wang De has immersed himself in the mesmerizing Chinese tradition of Da Shuhua, a captivating art that traces its origins back 500 years to the quaint Nuanquan village. This...
Funazushi. Source: tokyofoodcast / Flickr.
14 August, 2023 - 16:56 Robbie Mitchell

Extreme Sushi: Before These Tasty Bites, There Was Funazushi (Video)

Before sushi became an internationally beloved delicacy, another Japanese culinary marvel reigned supreme – Funazushi. Unlike the hastily prepared haya-nare sushi which most westerners are familiar...
Harvesting tea leaves, China. Source: Anatta_Tan / Adobe Stock.
13 August, 2023 - 21:05 Robbie Mitchell

Searching for China’s Ancient Tea Leaves (Video)

In the remote Tea Mountains of Southwest China lies the secret to experiencing the oldest way of enjoying tea . With dedication and passion, Shunan Tang, owner of Tea Drunk in New York City, embarks...
Ancient beer recreated. Source: 9parusnikov / Adobe Stock.
13 August, 2023 - 16:52 Joanna Gillan

Recreating Ancient Ale with a 1,100-Year-Old Beer Recipe (Video)

Travis Rupp, far from being an ordinary brewmaster, delves into the past to recreate the tastes and textures of beers from ancient times. His ambition is to understand what the common folk, not just...
Traditional soap-making factory in Palestine. Source: Meysam Mah’abadi / CC by SA 4.0.
12 August, 2023 - 21:01 Robbie Mitchell

How Ancient Palestinian Soap Is Made (Video)

In the heart of Nablus, Palestine , Ahmed Darwish el Fakhouri continues a time-honored tradition passed down through three generations in his family. At his soap-making factory , he spends his days...
Szechnyi thermal bath spa in Budapest, Hungary. Source: Nikolai Sorokin / Adobe Stock.
12 August, 2023 - 16:55 Robbie Mitchell

Geothermal Gems: Budapest's Ancient Thermal Baths (Videos)

For millennia, Hungary's inhabitants have been drawn to the depths of the earth, indulging in the warm embrace of the country's hidden thermal springs. The legacy of Budapest's ancient thermal spas...
Restaurante Botín. Source: Tamorlan / Adobe Stock.
12 August, 2023 - 02:00 Joanna Gillan

Have a Seat at the Oldest Restaurant in the World (Video)

Dive into a portal to the past at the world's oldest continuously operating restaurant. With doors that first opened in 1725, Restaurante Botín boasts an impressive 293-year legacy. The restaurant's...
Deer Dance, Mexico. (Public Domain)
11 August, 2023 - 21:00 Joanna Gillan

Guatemala’s Ancient Deer Dance of the Gods (Video)

Mayan dances hold a significant place in Guatemalan history and religion, with the ancient ritual of the deer dance playing a particularly pivotal role. Celebrated on the Feast of Corpus Christi, a...
Inside the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey. Source: Fernikon / Adobe Stock.
11 August, 2023 - 17:00 Robbie Mitchell

Stunning 360° Tour Inside Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia (Video)

The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, boasts a captivating history. Originally built as a cathedral in 532 AD during the Byzantine Empire , it reigned as the world's largest cathedral for nearly a...
Elaborate medieval hairstyle. Source: QuietWord / Adobe Stock.
11 August, 2023 - 01:54 Robbie Mitchell

US 'Hair Archaeologist' Recreates Elaborate Ancient Hairstyles (Video)

Janet Stephens, a modern-day hairstylist , has embarked on an extraordinary journey to recreate ancient coifs from Greek and Roman civilizations. These intricate hairstyles were so elaborate that...
Direkli Kilise (Column Church) cave church in Cappadocia, Turkey. Source: Matyas Rehak / Adobe Stock.
10 August, 2023 - 21:00 Robbie Mitchell

The Centuries-Old Cave Churches of Turkey (Video)

Nestled in the Turkish region of Cappadocia , the Goreme Open Air Museum boasts a fascinating collection of cave churches dating back to the fourth century. Carved meticulously into soft rock caves...
Falconer with a hawk on one hand. Source: zorandim75 / Adobe Stock.
10 August, 2023 - 17:00 Robbie Mitchell

The Ancient Art of Falconry is Keeping Planes Safe (Video)

Falcon Environmental Services has responded to the demands of the modern aviation industry by embracing the revival of an ancient art: falconry , a practice with origins dating back to 3000 BC. This...
Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy, France. Source: PUNTOSTUDIOFOTO Lda / Adobe Stock.
10 August, 2023 - 01:58 Robbie Mitchell

Mont Saint-Michel: A Medieval Abbey Trapped by Tides and Time (Video)

Mont Saint-Michel , a captivating Gothic-styled Benedictine Abbey , stands gracefully amidst the ever-changing tides of Normandy and Brittany. Once on solid ground in ancient times, it now rests as a...
Tin embroidery in Guizhou Province, China. Source: YouTube Screenshot / Great Big Story.
9 August, 2023 - 20:52 Robbie Mitchell

The Remarkable Ancient Craft of Miao Tin Embroidery (Video)

Nestled within the tranquil landscapes of Guizhou Province , China, a remote village becomes the sentinel of an ancient and vanishing artistry – tin embroidery . For more than 500 years, skilled...
Meena Raghavan, oldest practitioner of Kalaripayattu martial art. Source: YouTube Screenshot / Great Big Story.
9 August, 2023 - 17:00 Joanna Gillan

At 74, This Woman is The Oldest Practitioner of an Indian Martial Art

Meena Raghavan embodies perseverance and determination in the world of Indian martial arts . At 74, she represents both history and tradition while also challenging age and gender barriers. Beginning...
Japanese carpentry miyadaiku. Source: Fergus Coyle / Adobe Stock.
9 August, 2023 - 01:56 Joanna Gillan

Repairing Temples in Japan Without a Single Nail (Video)

In historical Japan , the luxury of using metal for construction was a costly endeavor out of reach for many carpenters. As a workaround, the ingenious "miyadaiku" carpenters, specialized in temple...
Renata Flores sings in Quechua to save an ancient language. Source: YouTube Screenshot / Great Big Story.
8 August, 2023 - 20:56 Robbie Mitchell

Quechua: Saving an Ancient Language Through Pop Music (Video)

Renata Flores, the 16-year-old musical prodigy hailing from Peru, has emerged as a beacon of hope for a language on the brink of fading into oblivion. Amidst the shadows of discrimination and...
Dimitrios Katsikis pictured with one of his Greek armor creations. Credit: Dimitrios Karvountzis / Dimitrios Katsikis / Hellenic Armors.
8 August, 2023 - 16:58 Joanna Gillan

Forging Forgotten Ancient Greek Armor (Video)

Dimitrios Katsikis, a self-taught master of the forgotten art of forging ancient Greek armor, is a time-keeper for the relics of yore. With his handcrafted tools and keen understanding of history, he...
Wuling Mountain Temples. Source: Weiming / Adobe Stock.
8 August, 2023 - 01:55 Joanna Gillan

China’s Extraordinary Wuling Mountain Temples (Video)

Nestled in China's biodiverse Wuling mountain range is the majestic Fenjingshan, the highest peak in Guizhou province , towering about 8,000 feet above sea level. Believed to have formed between 2...
Traditional Burundian drummers perform at a public event in Burundi's capital, Bujumbura (Andreas31 / CC by SA 3.0)
7 August, 2023 - 20:58 Robbie Mitchell

Burundi Drums Beat the Ancient Memories of Unity (Video)

The tradition of Burundi drums holds a profound cultural significance that stretches back through the ages. These remarkable instruments, known as "Goma," have been an integral part of the country's...
An ancient automata replica, Switzerland. Source: YouTube Screenshot / Great Big Story.
7 August, 2023 - 16:55 Joanna Gillan

Building Ancient Robot Automata in Switzerland (Video)

Dwelling in Sainte-Croix, Switzerland, François Junod has dedicated his life to crafting animated sculptures, or automata . His fascination with mechanics started during his childhood and grew...

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