History

Joaquin Phoenix as Napoleon. The question of Napoleon’s role in history is still hotly debated among historians. Photo: Collected
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Ridley Scott's 'Napoleon' and our need for historical heroes

There are certain moments in history that make room for great individuals. Acknowledging that can influence our approach to civic life

Zionism, Holocaust guilt and the making of Israel
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Zionism, Holocaust guilt and the making of Israel

Leonardo DiCaprio slams Hollywood's past depiction of Native American tribes' history
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Leonardo DiCaprio slams Hollywood's past depiction of Native American tribes' history

The Bronze Bust of a Man and other important artifacts are displayed during a news conference and repatriation ceremony of stolen antiquities to Italy, in New York City, U.S., September 6, 2022. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
Offbeat

New York returns over 40 stolen antiquities to Italy

Countries with the most world heritage sites. Illustration: TBS
By The Numbers

Countries with the most world heritage sites

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World+Biz

6 historical legendary Mercenary Armies

The teachings of Ramadan
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The teachings of Ramadan

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Bangladesh

Dariya-i-Noor: The myth and the mystery of the country’s most precious diamond

Chinua Achebe: A writer who dared to reclaim his history
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Chinua Achebe: A writer who dared to reclaim his history

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Bajwa’s incorrect interpretation of history

Bangladesher Dushprappo Chobi Somogro
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"Bangladesher Dushprappo Chobi Somogro": A Facebook group that has become a cultural phenomenon

Situated on the second storey rooftop of an eye hospital, Dhaka Kendra is a repository of Dhaka’s 450-year-old history. Photo: Saqlain Rizve
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Dhaka Kendra: One man’s dream of preserving Dhaka’s rich history 

Khan Sarwar Murshid and Nurjahan Murshid. Photo: Courtesy
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Uttarsury: Remembering the ideals, and the people, that brought us here