Sometimes, humans invent a technology that changes the game. From ancient hand axes to gunpowder, here are 6 weapons that changed the course of human history.<b<br/>r/>

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Willard Wigan tells the story of how a difficult and lonely childhood drove him to discover his unique ability -- to create art so tiny that it can't be seen with the naked eye. His slideshow of figures, as seen through a microscope, can...

Every morning, Helios unleashed his golden chariot, and set out across the sky. As the Sun God transformed dawn into day, he thought of his son, Phaethon, below. To prove to Phaethon that he was truly his father, Helios decided to grant...

Starting in 80 CE, residents of Rome and visitors from across the Roman Empire would fill the stands of the Colosseum to see gladiators duel, animals fight and chariots race around the arena. And for the grand finale, water poured into...

Howcast -Learn how to read the Chariot tarot card from expert Ellen Goldberg, M.A. in this Howcast video.

Discover the power and speed of ancient Egyptian chariot warriors in this exciting history video. Learn how these skilled fighters changed warfare in ancient Egypt and helped build a mighty empire. We explore the design of chariots, the...

Battle of Kadesh, 1274 BC Clash of the Ancient Superpowers DOCUMENTARY

History and Origin of the Olympics<b<br/>r/>

The Olympics From Antiquity to Paris 2024 part 1

Greek Gods are notorious for petty squabbling, brutal punishments, and meddling in people’s love lives. But in the myth of Prometheus, an immortal makes the ultimate sacrifice for the sake of humankind. A wily Titan who stole fire from...

In Greek mythology, the magnificent mother and daughter duo Demeter and Persephone were the bringers of food and fair weather and were worshiped in lush harvest celebrations. But their story has a darker side – one involving violence,...

The Griffin is a half-lion, half-eagle creature that is commonly seen adorning royal crests and perched menacingly atop buildings. Why is this ancient creature that many of us see every day largely forgotten?

This passage from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" captures a moment of intense rebuke directed at the Roman populace for their fickle loyalty. As Caesar returns to Rome in triumph, having defeated Pompey's sons, a voice of dissent...

Henry meets a Roman chariot in a museum. Henry learns all bout Roman times, gladiatorial games and chariot races. Chariot wants to take part in a chariot race but he never got the chance because his Roman Centurion was chased off by a...

One of the most famous Egyptian Pharaohs, King Tut, has become a worldwide phenomenon since the discovery of his tomb in 1922. But was he how ancient images and depictions portrayed him? A virtual autopsy says not so much, revealing King...

There are many strange and fascinating facts buried in the long, bizarre history of the Olympics. The Summer Olympics of 2016 look almost nothing like those from a century ago, and it’s not just the slick presentation and technological...

This short video explains the role of Women in the Olympic Games and mentions their own Heraia games.

Mythology & Fiction Explained explores what would happen if Zeus fought Thor

This video is answering the question of what entertainment did The Romans have.

Brian Komen won the men's 1,500-metre race at the Diamond League stop in Doha, with a time of 3:32.43. Vancouver's Kieran Lumb finished 8th with a time of 3:34.41.

There was a gathering of devotees at Asansol Budha Maidan in West Bengal regarding the conclusion of Rath Mela and the upside-down chariot. But suddenly the pandal collapsed and there was chaos. Eyewitnesses present on the spot say that...

Final preparations for the world-famous Rath Yatra in Puri are in full swing. This year Rath Yatra, the oldest and largest Hindu chariot festival, will take place on June 20. Heavy police and security forces have been deployed in Puri to...

The Hare Krishna community in St. John’s came together for the city’s inaugural Ratha Yatra — or Chariot Festival — Saturday, including a parade across town and festivities in Bowring Park.

During the 2025 Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri, overcrowding caused a medical emergency, resulting in nearly 625 devotees falling ill and multiple injuries, with authorities stepping in to provide emergency care and critical support.

The Hare Krishna community in St. John’s came together for the city’s inaugural Ratha Yatra — or Chariot Festival — Saturday, including a parade across town and festivities in Bowring Park.