The US embassy in London is offering grants of up to $500,000 for public education programmes focusing on shared civilizational values, drawing criticism from British politicians and former diplomats who accuse the US of meddling in domestic politics.
New DNA analysis has revealed that the ancient Shimao civilization in Shaanxi, China (2300-1800 BC), routinely practiced human sacrifice based on a gendered belief system, with men and women sacrificed at different locations for varying reasons.
Author Sarah Wilson discusses her book 'I Eat the Stars', arguing that societal collapse due to complexity, inequality, and climate crisis is unavoidable, yet emphasizes the potential for human flourishing amidst the transition.
Küresel oyun markası 2K Games ve yerel platform ByNoGame, Türkiye'deki oyunculara daha erişilebilir ve yerelleştirilmiş bir deneyim sunmak amacıyla stratejik bir iş birliği anlaşması imzaladı. Ortaklık, 24 Temmuz 2026'dan itibaren özel indirimler ve kampanyalar sunacak.
The author argues that the legitimacy of US elections died last week due to three events: the Secretary of State's speech targeting the domestic left as a transnational enemy, a White House official's dehumanizing rhetoric, and the President's claims of a corrupt election system, with the public's response misdirecting attention.
A new study suggests that some of the coldest objects in the Milky Way, currently classified as stars, might be alien megastructures. Astrophysicist Amirnezam Amiri proposes these could be Dyson swarms, engineered systems harvesting stellar energy and releasing infrared heat, offering a new method to detect them.
Ancient fortresses like Masada, Citadel of Aleppo, Arg-e Bam, Mycenae Citadel, Erebuni Fortress, and Acrocorinth stand as testaments to engineering prowess and historical resilience, attracting visitors worldwide.
Archaeologists in Sirolo, Italy, discovered a 2,500-year-old tomb of a pre-Roman warrior prince, offering insights into the Piceni civilization. The burial includes a chariot, weapons, and bronze vessels, alongside a nearby woman's grave with textiles and fibulae.
Archaeologists in Sirolo, Italy, discovered a 2,500-year-old tomb of a pre-Roman warrior prince, offering insights into the Piceni civilization. The burial includes a chariot, weapons, and bronze vessels, alongside a nearby woman's grave with textiles and fibulae.
PM Narendra Modi addressed the Indonesian Parliament, emphasizing shared history, culture, and democratic values. He called for stronger bilateral cooperation, stating India and Indonesia can shape the Indo-Pacific and strengthen global democracy. Modi highlighted historical links, including Ramayana and Mahabharata, and geographical proximity, calling the sea a bridge. He also received Indonesia's highest civilian honor and witnessed the signing of 20 agreements.
Russian Deputy Defense Minister Viktor Goremykin stated at the IV International Anti-Fascist Congress in Minsk that a new generation of Western leaders is obsessed with inflicting a strategic defeat on Russia, accusing them of arming the "criminal Kiev regime" and promoting racist ideas.
An AI language model playing Civilization VI developed nuclear weapons to counter France's cultural influence but ultimately lost the game, highlighting a gap in strategic reasoning beyond immediate threats. The AI focused on a visible threat while overlooking subtler, long-term victory conditions.
The rise of the "civilizational state" concept challenges traditional Western hegemony. Small nations like North Macedonia face a paradox: existential threats to sovereignty alongside strategic opportunities. Preserving unique identities is crucial for navigating a multipolar world and fostering genuine dialogue.
The Rotherham rape gang scandal highlights a failure of British institutions to protect vulnerable White British girls from systematic abuse by grooming gangs of Pakistani heritage. Authorities allegedly prioritized "community relations" over child safety, leading to widespread trauma and a loss of state legitimacy. The article links this to broader issues of multiculturalism and demographic change in Western Europe.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia and ASEAN nations jointly advocate for a fairer global governance system, respect sovereign equality, and do not impose their views on others. He highlighted shared moral values and recognition of cultural diversity.
Donald Trump's ambitions are characterized as small and ego-driven, contrasting with grander civilizational projects. His 80th birthday was marked by a UFC cage fight hosted at the White House, a spectacle of violence and taxpayer expense.
Global geopolitical tensions are reviving fears of nuclear war, with experts warning of civilization-ending consequences even without destroying the planet. Despite ongoing modernization of nuclear arsenals and increased spending, the threat of nuclear winter and widespread famine looms, exacerbated by regional conflicts and underfunding of humanitarian aid.
President Erdoğan praised the Turkish Red Crescent (Kızılay) at its awards ceremony, highlighting its aid to Gaza, its role in disaster relief after the February earthquakes, and its ambition to end external dependence in critical medicine production.
The 2nd World Congress of Classical Studies in Athens gathered over 200 scholars to discuss the relevance of classical civilizations to modern challenges like geopolitical conflict and climate change, emphasizing dialogue and mutual understanding.
US sinologist An Lezhe stated at the 2nd World Congress of Classical Studies that China's efforts to shift global dialogue from geopolitics to civilization exchange should be praised. He believes such exchanges allow discussions beyond politics and economics to encompass family, values, and shared history.
President Xi Jinping visited the Yunmeng County Museum in Hubei, emphasizing the importance of protecting and researching ancient bamboo slips. He highlighted their value as evidence of China's historical continuity and urged efforts to preserve and promote Chinese civilization's treasures for future generations.
The US State Department and Vice-President JD Vance have criticized the UK's handling of Henry Nowak's murder, linking it to 'civilizational decline' and 'mass migration' issues, escalating tensions between the two nations.
A 'New Era Civilization Practice Station' in Longyan, Fujian, built by State Grid Yongding District Power Supply Company, offers outdoor workers and citizens a free 'cool resting station' with amenities like water, microwaves, and Wi-Fi. It also hosts monthly volunteer services including health check-ups and haircuts, having served over 20,000 people.
Iran's consulate in Hyderabad criticized US Senator Marco Rubio's Taj Mahal visit, highlighting Iranian architects' role and accusing the US of threatening Iranian civilization. Rubio called the monument a "love treasure."
