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After last week’s House of the Dragon, the charge of that secret sept meeting lingered. It was bold enough for Rhaenyra to just go, to broker the entire operation through Mysaria’s whispers and leave her advisory council lost in their endless arguments over strategy. But what really stuck was how Emma D’Arcy and Olivia Cooke played it. The shock of that first contact, as it gave way to the shared intimacy of their former lives as friends, before a total collapse into the personal and political realities of the current schism. Death was definitely a participant in Rhaenyra and Alicent’s...

‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 Episode 4 Recap: Deception And Death In Dragonland

I expected to emerge from “The Red Dragon and the Gold,” the fourth episode of House of the Dragon’s second season, feeling exhilarated. Based on the episode’s title, last week’s preview, and book-reader knowledge of what transpires at Rook’s Rest, I anticipated thrills, adrenaline, and Loot Train Attack–level spectacle from the first mass dragon battle of this show.

Civil War in Westeros Is Hell

The series premiere of House of the Dragon began with King Jaehaerys I Targaryen convening a Great Council at Harrenhal to choose an heir to the Iron Throne. The only legitimate candidates considered were Viserys Targaryen and his cousin, Princess Rhaenys Targaryen. Despite having the stronger claim, Rhaenys didn’t win the vote, as Viserys was chosen instead to replace King Jaehaerys. For the second time in her life, the princess lost her birthright to rule over the Seven Kingdoms, simply because she was a woman.

Rhaenys Targaryen Has Never Needed a Crown to Be the Queen of ‘House of the Dragon’

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A large sum of money could land in your lap if you can prove you are related to the Irish-born individual

People with these Irish surnames could be heirs to forgotten fortunes

A painting of Lady Godiva has been loaned to France ahead of the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games. The 19th Century artwork of Coventry's medieval legend was painted by John Collier and was part of the city's Herbert Art Gallery & Museum’s collections. But the museum said it had...

Lady Godiva painting set for French palace display

Archaeologists recently made a significant discovery at one of the world’s most-excavated and well-known ruins. The discovery was recently announced by the Italian Ministry of Culture in late May. The small room was discovered in a never-before-excavated section of Pompeii called Regio IX, one of nine districts within the modern-day, 163-acre site. The newly found room “has been interpreted as a sacrarium, a shrine devoted to ritual activities and the storage of sacred objects,” writes the official release, and shows a representation of one of the four season on each of the corners.

A Huge New Discovery at Pompeii Could Be the Start of Much More

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Scattered across the world, countless shipwrecks lie on the ocean floor. These vessels act as time capsules, relics frozen in time with stories written in wood and metal, chronicling chapters of human exploration, trade, and tragedy. Like an eerie, watery graveyard, each wreck is a unique echo in the ocean's abyss, a soundless shout from the past that reaches out to those who listen.

12 Of The Most Fascinating Shipwrecks From Around The World

The room was likely a sacrarium, or a shrine where ancient Romans kept sacred objects and worshipped household deities. Thousands of years after Mount Vesuvius destroyed Pompeii, the ancient Roman city continues to yield breathtaking treasures. The latest is a sacrarium, or shrine, painted an enchanting shade of blue. The...

Stunning ‘Blue Room’ Full Of Ancient Artifacts Revealed During Excavations At Pompeii

Pilgrimage (2017) offers a unique and intense perspective on the Crusades in Ireland with a strong cast and violent action. blends historical drama with gritty action, focusing on the rebellion against King John in 13th century England. Saladin the Victorious (196. provides a Muslim viewpoint on the Crusades, showcasing epic...

The 10 Best Movies About the Crusades, Ranked

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ARCHAEOLOGISTS believe they have discovered the "lost" survivors of Pompeii who made it through the horror 18-hour volcanic eruption 2,000 years ago. It's often been depicted that there were no survivors following Mount Vesuvius' eruption in A.D. 79 but the latest finds suggest that narrative isn't entirely true. A new...

Archaeologists find the ‘lost’ survivors of Pompeii who made it through horror 18-hour volcanic eruption 2,000 years ago

A sarcophagus discovered in 2009 in the burial chamber of an Egyptian high priest was originally from the tomb of pharaoh Ramesses II, according to a new study.

The original occupant of an Egyptian sarcophagus was unknown. Then a tiny ornament revealed a very big name

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Construction workers have unearthed a collection of 285 silver coins hidden in a trench.

Hundreds of centuries-old coins unearthed in Germany likely belonged to wealthy 17th-century mayor

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The global economic collapse is adversely affecting relationships. Some zodiac signs are struggling to pick partners who will stand by them when they are financially unstable. The zodiac greatly affects people’s character. However, it isn’t the only thing you should consider when choosing a lover. Select someone who is understanding and you are compatible. This might be time-consuming but it is worth it. Which reliable zodiac signs are ideal to start a long-term relationship with?

4 Zodiac Signs Who Always Stand Up For Their Partner

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Cats of Kansas City

All of these cats are currently looking for a place to call home and have heard it through the grapevine that you've got some pretty nice digs. If you fancy any of them, consider clicking on their links and getting in touch with their respective shelter. All of these cats are in the greater Kansas City area.

Five cats that would love to move in with you

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Unsung heroes of the Vietnam War, incredible American war dogs were left behind by the US government when the conflict ended.

What Happened To The 5,000 War Dogs That Served In Vietnam?

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Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

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(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

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A pair of migrant families with children living in a homeless encampment in Denver are trying to raise money to buy two trailers with working bathrooms and kitchens, according to Housekeys Action Network Denver, or HAND.

Denver homeless migrant families with children want to buy trailers

Archaeologists uncovered a detailed dragon sculpture, weapons, and soldiers' personal items in a Ming Dynasty guard tower along the Great Wall of China. During a restoration project on the Jiankou section of the Great Wall of China, archaeologists discovered a dragon sculpture beneath the rubble of a collapsed Ming Dynasty watchtower.

Archaeologists Just Uncovered A Rare Dragon Sculpture At The Great Wall Of China

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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 4 Breakdown: The Civil Wars Within the Civil War

Rest in peace, Rhaenys Targaryen, the Queen Who Never Was. I’m still not sure why exactly you flew back toward Vhagar’s open jaws … I’m sure...

‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 4 Breakdown: The Civil Wars Within the Civil War

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