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What hygiene was like during the Black Plague? (video)

Surviving the Black Plague led to post-plague improvements in health and lifespan, thanks to a smaller population enjoying higher wages and better diets

6 Unique Films Stealing the Spotlight in 2023 Greek Film Festival

The Greek Film Festival is presented in Victoria by the Greek Community of Melbourne playing on the Palace Cinemas group’s screens

Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts’s prized book and music collection ensnared for thousands

Satisfaction abounded as bidders landed rare first edition copies of books by Agatha Christie and PG Wodehouse on day two of the sales event

C-3PO head worn by Anthony Daniels in first Star Wars movie to be sold for £1m

The golden headpiece is part of a more than 1,800-piece collection of film and TV memorabilia which will go on sale in London from November 9 to 12

The Rolling Stones’ Keith Richards names 2 music genres he can’t stand

"There’s an enormous market for people who can’t tell one note from another"

The 2023 Greek Film Festival is thrilled to announce this year’s highly anticipated documentary lineup

The Greek Film Festival has always been a platform for celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Greece, and this year's documentary lineup is no exception

Eight new chambers revealed at the Sahure pyramid

The conservation and restoration project inside Sahura's pyramid, initiated in 2019

Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Ramnous

A place steeped in fascinating history and beauty, that has remained largely unknown to locals and travellers alike

Roman Cosmetics Shop Unearthed in Turkey

The researchers also found small fragments of 10 different pigments thought to have been used as makeup

2,000-year-old Roman era makeup & jewelry unearthed in ancient city of Aizanoi

The Roman Connection: Examining the jewelry & cosmetics

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