Had the Jew tried to stab the Muslim, he would have been charged with attempted murder and a hate crime. But the Muslim is charged with “affray and possessing an object with a blade on it” for which he will serve no jail time. JewishNewsUK Instead, Gabriel Abdullah has been handed two concurrent suspended sentences, […]

Musical instruments, in their traditional forms, are beloved for their familiar sounds and iconic designs. Yet the world of music is not limited to the standard shapes and sizes we’ve come to know. Throughout history and into modern times, inventive minds have pushed the boundaries of musical instrument design, resulting in some truly bizarre creations. […] The post 10 Extremely Strange Designs of Common Musical Instruments appeared first on Listverse.

Some things carry unexpected passengers. Whether they land inside their “hosts” by accident or design, many such pairs are invaluable to researchers. Rare finds can broaden our understanding of history and help rediscover lost species, codes, and more. However, not even the experts can predict where such a gem might reveal itself, as concealed goodies […] The post 10 Strange Things Found Inside Other Things appeared first on Listverse.

If the number of marriages increased in America, the number of abortions would likely decrease, statistics show.  The Pew Research Center reported that in 2021, 87% of women who had abortions were unmarried, meaning that “marriage can make a huge difference if 87% of abortion-determined women are not married,” says pro-life advocate Ben Watson, a former NFL star. It’s not only the unborn that benefit from a society that celebrates marriage, but all children, Watson says. “It’s necessary that men be a part of raising a child and having a commitment to the mother in the form of marriage, because we see statistically that it produces that kind of children that we want in our society,” says Watson, who played for four NFL teams during his 16-season career.  Ahead of Father’s Day, the former NFL tight end and current president of strategic relationships for the Human Coalition joins “The Daily Signal Podcast” to explain how he and his wife have navigated some of the challenges of their own marriage, and whether being a father is what he expected. Watson also offers his predictions on the upcoming 2024-25 NFL season.  Listen to the podcast below:  The post Ex-NFL Star Ben Watson Offers Antidote to Abortion appeared first on The Daily Signal.

During the Catholic Church’s Western Schism an accused pirate became Pope. Known as Pope John XXIII, he was just one of three men who claimed the title during this period. Read moreSection: NewsHistoryFamous PeopleRead Later 

By Janric van Rookhuijzen/The Conversation  The Acropolis of Athens, the rocky hill in the Greek capital that is home to the iconic Parthenon temple, is one of the world’s most visited and well-known archaeological sites – but new insights about it are still emerging.  Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyAncient PlacesEuropeRead Later 

The history of the Roman Baths in Bath, England, unveils a narrative rich in intrigue and cultural significance. Bath, known for its elegant Georgian architecture today, has a murky origin tale dating back to 863 BC. Legend has it that Prince Bladderd, afflicted with leprosy, stumbled upon the healing properties of hot, muddy water while in exile with a herd of pigs. Witnessing the miraculous cure of his companions, Bladderd bathed in the springs and was healed, prompting the founding of the city of Bath.  Read moreSection: NewsVideosHistoryAncient TraditionsRead Later 

In mythology, the serpent symbolizes fertility and procreation, wisdom, death, and resurrection (due to the shedding of its skin, which is not akin to rebirth), and in the earliest schools of mysticism, the symbol of ‘The Word’ was the serpent. The ‘light’ that appeared was metaphorically defined as a serpent called ‘Kundalini’, coiled at the base of the spine to remain dormant in an unawakened person. Divinity or awakening one’s godhood and latent abilities came with the rituals and teachings brought by the serpent people.  Slithering Through the Stories of Ancient Snake Deities: Serpent Gods of Ancient Mythology  Read moreSection: NewsMyths & LegendsRead Later 

Recent genetic studies reveal young boys as the primary sacrificial victims at Chichén Itzá, not girls as was thought. Read moreSection: NewsAncient PlacesAmericasHistoryAncient TraditionsRead Later 

The earliest manuscript of the Infancy Gospel of Thomas, dating to the 4th-5th century, has been discovered, with implications for early Christian studies.Read moreSection: ArtifactsAncient WritingsRead Later