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2,400-year-old battlefield of Alexander the Great’s first Persian victory found
Researchers have finally pinpointed the exact location of the Battle of Granicus, where Alexander won his first battle in ...
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What if the Persians had defeated Alexander the Great?
If Alexander were defeated by the Persians at the Battle of Gaugamela, which took place in northern Iraq in 331 B.C., then ...
'Night-Grazing' Is the Persian Tradition That Keeps Food Lovers Up All Night Long
Yalda Night, or Shab-e Yalda (also spelled Shabe Yalda), marks the longest night of the year in Iran and in many other ...
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Discover Persian salt: The rare blue gem of the culinary world
Among the variety of salts available on the market, one stands out for its extraordinary beauty and health properties: ...
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You have never heard the story of Joseph this way
In his long epic poem, “Jacob and the Wolf,” the poet re-imagines the story of how Joseph’s brothers, the sons of Jacob, sold ...
Blood-soaked battlefield where Alexander the Great won one of his most incredible victories 2,400 years ago uncovered
RESEARCHERS in Turkey have identified the long-lost site of the legendary battle where Alexander the Great secured his first monumental victory 2,400 years ago. This ancient battlefield, hidden ...
Lost Battlefield of Alexander the Great Discovered
The battle—which occurred in 334 B.C.—is considered "one of the most pivotal moments" in world history, one archaeologist ...
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The Training of Alexander the Great’s Macedonian Army
The Macedonian army of King Philip II and Alexander the Great was renowned for its success in conquering the Persian Empire.
VOA Persian: Iran executed at least 40 people in one week, group says
The “No to Executions Tuesdays” campaign reported that at least 40 people were executed in Iran in recent days. The group ...