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Columbus, OH

And just like that, after a summer that felt like it was entirely made up of heat waves and tropical storms, we are preparing for fall. I’m going to be real and say that, at first, I was scoffing a bit at the fall book lists I started seeing about a week ago. Weather forecasts still had a lot of us firmly in the 80s and 90s, temperature-wise, and outside was giving more iced tea than pumpkin spice.

The Biggest Book Club Books Coming Out This Fall

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Archaeologists uncovered a rare hoard of Persian gold coins in the ancient city of Notion in Turkey that most likely belonged to a wealthy mercenary soldier.

Pot filled with gold coins buried by soldier 2400-year-ago discovered

Secret societies have always sparked curiosity and intrigue. These elusive groups, shrouded in mystery, often evoke images of clandestine meetings, hidden agendas, and powerful members pulling strings behind the scenes. But what really goes on within these secretive circles? Are they just the stuff of legends, or do they hold real influence in our world? From the Freemasons to the Illuminati, secret societies have woven themselves into the fabric of history, culture, and even conspiracy theories. In this post, we'll uncover 35 fascinating facts about these enigmatic organizations. Get ready to dive into a world where secrets reign supreme and the truth is often stranger than fiction.

35 Facts About Secret Societies

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August can be a bittersweet month, the point at which summer begins to wind down even as the weather turns ever more dank. With that in mind, our August book recommendations cover a lot of potential reactions to the month at hand. Looking for a gripping thriller to page through at the beach? We can help you there. In search of the perfect read for a new European soccer season? There’s something for that as well. Throw in memoir, cultural history and a retrospective of a beloved television show, and you have a reading list that should keep you busy this month.

The 10 Books You Should Be Reading This August

You probably studied Native American culture in school, but chances are your teacher only covered a fraction of Indigenous history. Native American tradition and accomplishments are vast and steeped in incredible feats. From women warriors to your favorite movie snack, Native American tribes have contributed more to society than you...

19 Facts Many People Don’t Know About Native Americans

Retired math teacher Grace Winters is shocked when she inherits a run-down house on a Mediterranean island from a long-lost friend. With a one-way ticket in hand, Grace arrives in Ibiza and searches for answers on how her friend lived and died. But what Grace uncovers seems impossible, forcing her to confront her own past in another touching novel from the author of The Midnight Library.

Best Books of Fall 2024

Ithaca, NY

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Ithaca, New York, has a lot of offer college students. As do Amsterdam, Netherlands and Edinburgh, Scotland.

The World’s 15 Best College Cities

“Sainsbury Wing contractors find 1990 letter from donor anticipating their demolition of false columns”. In 1990, John Sainsbury snuck into the construction site of his namesake Sainsbury Wing at London’s National Gallery in an act of quiet protest. He thought that two concrete, non-load-bearing columns being installed at the wing’s entrance were an architectural mistake, and he deposited a plastic-wrapped letter saying so inside one of the columns as the concrete solidified. Thirty-five years later, the letter has resurfaced, found by construction workers tasked with demolishing the columns. Despite the protests of the late architect’s wife against the columns’ removal, Lord Sainsbury has had his posthumous victory.

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The Anasazi lived in the southwest including Utah over a thousand years ago. They thrived and built towns that have been found by settlers and archeologists. At one point in history, the entire civilization disappeared. Where did they go and what were they like?. The story has been that they...

Revealing Cannibalisms In Utah’s Past: Horrific If True

Ever wondered about the mysterious world of witches? From ancient folklore to modern pop culture, witches have always sparked curiosity and intrigue. These magical beings, often depicted with pointy hats and broomsticks, have a rich history filled with fascinating facts. Did you know that witches were once revered as wise healers before being persecuted during the infamous witch hunts? Or that the iconic witch's broomstick has roots in ancient fertility rituals? Whether you're a fan of Harry Potter or just curious about the origins of witchcraft, this list of 40 facts will enchant and educate. Get ready to dive into the spellbinding world of witches!

40 Facts About Witches

NEW HAVEN, Conn. — In the sun-baked ruins of an ancient Syrian city, a revolutionary discovery is rewriting the story of early Christianity. For nearly a century, scholars have pointed to a modest structure in Dura-Europos as the prototype of Christian architecture – a simple house transformed into a place of worship. But now, this cornerstone of religious history is crumbling under the weight of new evidence.

Christians didn’t worship in houses? New study drops bombshell on religious archaeology

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Providers of Denver’s traditionally homeless have been finding unhoused migrants in their lines, too, in search of everything from diapers to shampoo. An organization that for decades has provided services to Denver’s unhoused, Haven of Hope, may land a $6 million contract to administer the Denver Asylum Seekers Program for the migrants.

Denver postpones vote on $6M contract for migrant program with homeless services provider

This week’s most read books on Goodreads have some familiar author names — in fact, they’re all titles that have been on the most read list many times before. The order is shuffled a bit from last week, but to add a more variety, I’ve included the top five most read books on Goodreads last week in three countries around the world. This time: Denmark, Malaysia, and Portugal. Denmark’s and Portugal’s most read titles this week are both not (yet?) available in English.

The Most Read Books on Goodreads This Week

On October 26, 1881, the most famous Wild West battle took place, and it only lasted 30 seconds. This is thanks to Doc Holliday, a dentist, deputy, and outlaw. His story has inspired many books, music, TV shows, and movies. But how many of these fictional Doc Holliday stories are true?

Hollywood Westerns Lied To Us – Here’s The Truth About Doc Holliday (The Photos Are Chilling)

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A return to Dublin and the Rooneyverse, plus a peek at some Trump family history

5 riveting books to take you through September

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It's been ten years since the tragic loss of beloved actor Meshach Taylor. He was only 67 years old when he died of cancer in Los Angeles on June 28, 2014. Best known as beloved ex-con Anthony Bouvier on TV's classic sitcom Designing Women (CBS, 1986-1993), Taylor was Emmy nominated for his standout performance. But the actor also appeared in other TV shows and movies. This is his story.

In Memory of TV Star Meshach Taylor ('Designing Women'): 10 Years After His Tragic Death From Cancer

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We tend to think that the idea of being cursed by a witch or being a victim of witchcraft was something that people had dispensed with by the 18th century, but it was not. As late as the 1930s, people still tended to believe that their troubles resulted from a witch placing a curse on them. One solution to these problems could be found in something as every day as paper.

Warding off witchcraft with paper: an everyday solution for everyday problems

Colorado State

Colorado mountain lions and bobcats, which November voters will have the opportunity to save from trophy hunters, are sparing the ecosystem devastation from chronic wasting disease.

Why Colorado bobcats, mountain lions need protection

Scarthin Books attracts customers from far and wide to the small, historic village of Cromford.

The family home that became a famous bookshop

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Prescott, AZ

Step into a world where shelves stretch as far as the eye can see, each one brimming with literary treasures waiting to be uncovered. In the heart of Prescott, Arizona, Peregrine Book Company invites you to wander through its sprawling aisles, where stories from every corner of the globe await discovery.

This Massive Bookstore In Arizona Is A Labyrinth Of Literary Wonders Waiting To Be Explored

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‘It was like we were garbage’: Stanford to ‘cycle out’ creative writing lecturers

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‘It was like we were garbage’: Stanford to ‘cycle out’ creative writing lecturers

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