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Those developing embryos were reverting into ants that looked more like their ancient endosymbiont-free ancestors.

Historical justifications for most modern celebrations can be found in the ancient world.

Ancient Romans exchanged gifts of figs and honey and would make sure to work part of the day as a good omen for the coming year.

The ancient Egyptian festival of Wepet Renpet (“opening of the year”) was not just a time of rebirth—it was dedicated to drinking.

So, for that matter, was Gladiator, the previous foray into ancient legend by director Ridley Scott.

Smiles, or lack thereof, did not bring down the Ancient Regime, of course.

Our mood becomes so mediæval as to almost make the ancient stained glass seem contemporary.

It is impossible to place the ancient town of Tibet accurately.

All the ancient stories told of him by Whig enemies were revived, and believed by those who had long treated them with contempt.

One of the most ancient arithmetics was written by the mathematician Record, who lived from the year 1500 to 1558.

Take up the love poems, elegies, fairy tales and prayers of the ancient Egyptians.