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Enchanting Santorini: A Glimpse Into an Ancient Paradise and Modern Tourist Delight

Even postcards of Santorini, a jewel in the Aegean Sea, evoke scenes of the legendary Atlantis. This volcanic island, emerging majestically from the azure sea, boasts a panorama of four

Ammolite – An Iridescent Gemstone Symbolizing Divine Assistance

In southwestern Alberta, where the vast prairies meet the peaks of the Rocky Mountains, lies the world's most abundant supply of a rare and visually striking gem. Ammolite, or gem-quality
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For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (E) Echinacea
Reviving Chivalry, and the Timeless Character of a Gentleman
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A Lavish Stay at the Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok
Give Thanks! 20 Tips for Keeping Gratitude at the Heart of Thanksgiving
How to Make Massaman Chicken Curry: An Aromatic Thai Delight
Master Li Hongzhi: How Humankind Came to Be
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The Rich Tradition of Frankincense and Myrrh
Frankincense and myrrh, at one time considered as valuable as gold, are still highly popular today in...
The Divine Governing Philosophy of Ancient Chinese Rulers
Believing that Chinese culture was divinely bestowed on the Three Kings and Five Emperors (三皇五帝Sān huáng...
Qu Yuan, the Tragic Patriot Behind the Dragon Boat Festival
Every year, on the fifth day on the fifth lunar month in the traditional Chinese calendar, people celebrate...
Fashion: Apply Ancient Wisdom to Dress for Success
Everything has an electromagnetic field, even the prints, and patterns on material and clothing. The...
There was great excitement in the city of Boston when word got out recently that auctioneers based in the North End had a handwritten letter on which the Jewish-German physicist Albert Einstein inked his world-famous E = mc2 equation.
Einstein’s Famous Formula Fetches Big Bucks, but His Spiritual Insight Is Priceless
There was great excitement in the city of Boston when word got out recently that auctioneers based in...
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Benefits of Sitting and Meditation in the Lotus Position
The lotus position is a preferred method of sitting in meditation. Though physically daunting for some...
Tom Selleck – Good Morals Make the Mustachioed Man
Tom Selleck has never let fame get in the way of his family. The 76-year-old actor is a man of virtue...
Ancient Greek philosopher Socrates was determined by a physiognomist to be of bad character based on his appearance, while his students stood by his impeccable nature. The philosopher settled the matter by revealing that he had overcome his vices with self discipline.
Physiognomy: Fact or Fiction? Improving Your Character Can Improve Your Lot in Life
It is often said, "one's appearance reveals one's heart."  Since ancient times people have connected...
Emperor Wen of Han feeds medicine to his aging mother, the Empress Dowager
Stories From the Students’ Rules (2): Honoring Parents Through Good Character
The “Standards for Being a Good Student and Child” (Di Zi Gui, 弟子規) is a traditional Chinese textbook...