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They discover an abstract engraving made by Neanderthals

In Gorham Cave, in Gibraltar, they have found a rock carving made by Neanderthals that shows that modern man is not the only one who had the capacity for abstract symbolic thought.

The Egyptians already knew how to mummify in 3700 BC. C.

A team of researchers has discovered that the ancient Egyptians already knew how to perform mummification around 3700 BC. C.

Why are Madrilenians called cats?

The nickname comes from a feat of a brave soldier of the troops of Alfonso VI.

Who Invented Narcissism?

When someone's love and admiration for himself is very evident, he is said to be a narcissist.

When did the circus become popular?

In 1768, British cavalry officer Philip Astley staged horseback acrobatics accompanied by a drum in London, and was soon joined by the tamer Antoine Franconi.

What is the origin of the word rattle?

Metaphorically, we speak of the death throes of something in the sense of its final decline, its last moments: for example, "the death throes of the Roman Empire."

What is the origin of the word prudish?

A prude is called someone who pretends to be humble waiting for the moment to come to fulfill his purposes.

Why is the wedding dress white?

Wearing white at the wedding is a relatively recent practice. The marriages of the Middle Ages were contracts for the exchange or transfer of property.

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