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World’s oldest writing system may have its origins in mysterious, undeciphered symbols
Researchers have uncovered links between the precursor to the world’s oldest writing system and the mysterious, intricate ...
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The World’s Earliest Writing System May Have Been Influenced by Older Symbols Found on Stone ‘Cylinder Seals’
Thousands of years ago, our ancestors used symbols to track the sale of textile and agricultural products. New research ...
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Origins of world's earliest writing point to symbols on 'seals' used in Mesopotamian trade
The world's oldest known system of writing was influenced by symbols used for trade — engravings found on cylinders used in ...
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Undeciphered symbols may be key to origin of world's oldest writing system
Researchers have uncovered links between the precursor to the world's oldest writing system and the mysterious, intricate ...
ALL GAVE SOME, SOME GAVE ALL: Canadian doctor's poem inspired symbol of remembrance
One of the Canadians killed in action early in the First World War inspired Lt.-Col. John McCrae – a Canadian doctor and teacher born in Guelph, Ont. – to write his memorial poem In Flanders Fields, ...
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The Olympic bell, a symbol of victory, finds a new home at Paris Cathedral
Three new bells were installed at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris November 7, exactly one month before its reopening. One of ...
Star Striker Mekhloufi Symbol Of Algerian Struggle Dies At 88
Rachid Mekhloufi, a star of French football who became a symbol of the Algerian fight for independence, has died aged 88, ...
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Turkic States Unveil New Flag as Symbol of Unity and Heritage
ASTANA – The Organization of Turkic States (OTS) adopted an updated flag symbolizing unity and shared heritage at its 11th ...
Yankees’ Brian Cashman on club’s sloppiness: ‘We played poorly in the World Series’
Said Cashman: "I think we underperformed more so than '(we were) lucky to get into the World Series, and how did we even get ...
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Experts say a proposed revamp to the recycling symbol is still deceptive — and probably illegal
The Federal Trade Commission is preparing an update to use of sustainability labels, including the recycling symbol.
What Is The National Symbol Of Canada?
The maple leaf is a symbol of Canada’s identity, representing its natural beauty, strength, and unity. It proudly appears on the Canadian flag.
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A symbol of unity, harmony and inclusivity
The rainbow is a symbol of love and unity. Just as the diversity of colour is what gives the rainbow its beauty, so it is ...