The Viking age is welcoming a new kind of hero: women
New discoveries are breaking old assumptions about Viking women, rewriting history by restoring them to their rightful place ...
Trans people affirmed their gender without medical help in medieval Europe − history shows how identity transcends medicine and law
Surgery was rare and risky in the medieval period. Though medical options were limited, trans people were able to take ...
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Babies named after Ireland’s female patron saint hold deep cultural significance
Saint Brigid's day is celebrated on February 1st each year, and baby girls born during the month are often given her name, ...
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Beautiful Irish baby name for girls with a mythical past is set to be huge in 2025
Irish names are known for being unique and beautiful, and one in particular is set to be a huge hit for girls in 2025 ...
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The Ancient Greek Woman Buried With Her Gold Jewelry
Greek archaeologists uncovered a grave of an ancient noblewoman buried with her golden jewelry on the island of Sikinos.
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Photos show name carved into 3,000-year-old petroglyphs in ‘tragic act of destruction’
Ancient petroglyphs up to 3,000 years old were destroyed when someone etched a name over the indigenous drawings of bighorn sheep. Bureau of Land Management - Utah on Facebook An ancient ...