The Mongol Empire's rise and expansion across Eurasia were influenced by various factors, including the critical role played by shamans within Mongol society. These spiritual leaders were deeply rooted in the animist traditions of the Mongols, serving as intermediaries between the natural and supernatural worlds. Shamans, known as böge for men and idugan for women, were believed to possess the power to communicate with spirits, predict the future, and influence events such as military campaigns. The Pax Mongolica: When the Mongols Brought Peace to Europe and Asia The Mysteries of the Enaree: The Androgynous Shamans of the Scythians Their responsibilities included interpreting omens, conducting rituals, and advising the khans on significant decisions. Before any major military action, shamans were consulted to determine the likelihood of success, often using methods like scapulimancy—reading the cracks in burned sheep shoulder blades. This practice not only guided the khans but also instilled confidence among the Mongol warriors, assuring them of divine favor. Read moreSection: NewsVideosHistoryAncient TraditionsRead Later 

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Nobody likes hearing very important personal information secondhand. Now imagine hearing about big news related to your very livelihood thirdhand. That’s exactly the way television veteran Ed O’Neill found out that Married… with Children was doomed to be canceled. Married… with Children saw O’Neill play the grouchy Al Bundy, a portrayal he based strongly on his own uncles. He bemoans his lot in life yet is a solid rock for his family—however dysfunctional it may be. As of 2008, the series was listed in the top 100 on Entertainment Weekly‘s “New TV Classics. However, when it came time for the final curtain call, several key stars were completely left in the dark that this beloved show was ending. Ed O’Neill was very surprised to find out from outside sources that ‘Married… with Children’ was canceled Ed O’Neill found out from some strangers that Married… with Children was canceled / ©Fox Network. All rights reserved / courtesy Everett Collection It was just any other day for Ed when he was staying at a bed and breakfast in his Ohio hometown. The weather was agreeable, and so he allowed himself to enjoy some time outside. He recalled, speaking on the MeSy podcast hosted by Jamie-Lynn Sigler and Christina Applegate, who played his TV daughter, that at one point a car pulled up. RELATED: Ed O’Neill Shares His Stance On ‘Modern Family’ Revival Rumors The vehicle might have been unremarkable, if not for the “Just Married” sign and tin cans secured to the back. “I thought, ‘Oh, they, you know, just married.’ So I was standing there, and they got out of the car, and it was the husband and wife,” shared Ed on the podcast. “She was in the gown, and he was in the tux. And he said, ‘Oh my god. It’s Al Bundy, in Ohio.’ And I said, ‘Yeah. Congratulations. You got married.'” It seemed they were to be married, maybe with children—but Ed wouldn’t anymore. An awkward silence followed before the woman said, “We’re so sorry about your show.” This prompted Ed to ask, “What do you mean?” In explanation, the man gasped, “Oh my god. He doesn’t know. It’s on the radio. You got canceled.” Spreading the news even to a very surprised cast Christina Applegate had a similar, dismaying story / Danny Feld / TM and ©Fox Network. All rights reserved / courtesy Everett Collection Ed wasn’t the only one completely blindsided by the news that Married… with Children was canceled. Hers was a similarly thirdhand revelation. “I found out from a guy who knew a guy who worked for my assistant at the time,” she shared during the same podcast interview. “That’s how I found out. They never called us.” Fox had announced the cancellation publically before taking any time aside to inform the cast and crew. As a result, many of them have similar, shocking stories. Co-star Katey Sagal mournfully felt that the network had a tendency to neglect Married… with Children from the start, even though it helped put Fox on the map, airing even before The Simpsons. Some felt the network neglected the popular series / (c) Columbia Pictures Television/ Courtesy: Everett Collection Ed’s own frustrating story came with some hurried sympathy from the newlyweds. “They said, ‘Oh, we’re so sorry,'” he recounted, “and I said, ‘I’d rather hear it from you.’ So yeah. I came inside. I love Champagne.” Ed theorized the handling of the show was related to high turnover higher up at Fox. Do you remember how you found out Married… with Children was canceled and can you relate to Ed or Christina? Click for next Article The post Ed O’Neill Had To Find Out ‘Married… With Children’ Was Canceled From Total Strangers appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Dana Daly