This medicinal plant was so coveted, it was worth its weight in gold. But this ultimately brought its downfall.

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The city of Iskenderun, also known as Alexandretta, in todays Turkey, was originally founded by Alexander the Great.

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Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced that Vikramotsav-2025 will commence in Ujjain on the occasion of Mahashivratri on February 26 and will continue until Varsh Pratipada on March 30, marking the ...

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A metal detectorist discovered ancient gold coins in the Netherlands that turned out to be a cult ritual offering. Experts ...

Buried at the Hezingen site, researchers discovered 25 gold coins, as well as gold pendants and a fragment of a silver ...