A Greek Silver Coin depicting the Head of Athena wearing earring and helmet decorated with olive-leaves. Reversed is an Owl (Wisdom) within incuse square with olive-spray and crescent. 450-406 BC and minted in Athens.

A blue ornate glass bowl with an Ancient Greek inscription, which translates as "Drink to live forever, for many years," was discovered in a 4th-century AD Roman cemetery in Slovenia. This artifact is now housed in the City Museum of Ljubljana.

Your hand is cold, mine burns like fire.

How blind you are, Nastenka.

The Forgotten Chapel, located in the fields of Northern Italy, holds a rich history that dates back several centuries. Its origins trace back to the medieval period, around the 12th century, when the region was a hub of cultural and religious activity. The chapel is often associated with a local legend, which suggests that it was built by a group of monks seeking a place of spiritual solace.

Over the years, the chapel underwent various architectural modifications and renovations, reflecting the changing artistic styles and religious practices of the times. Its unique blend of Romanesque and Gothic elements is a testament to the artistic and architectural influences prevalent in Northern Italy during different periods.

The chapel's secluded location in the fields played a crucial role in its eventual neglect and abandonment. As the region underwent shifts in economic and social dynamics, the chapel gradually lost its importance as a center of worship. Local communities and religious authorities shifted their focus to more accessible and centrally located places of worship.

In recent times, efforts have been made by historians, archaeologists, and local enthusiasts to preserve and restore the Forgotten Chapel. These initiatives aim to uncover the historical significance of the chapel, rekindling interest in its past and its role in the cultural and religious landscape of the region. The chapel now stands as a poignant reminder of the area's history, offering a glimpse into the spiritual and artistic heritage of Northern Italy.

Barry James Marshall was a young Australian physician who, along with his colleague Robin Warren, discovered that a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) was the cause of most gastric and peptic ulcers, contrary to the prevailing belief that they were caused by stress or spicy foods.

However, their hypothesis was met with skepticism and ridicule by the medical establishment, who refused to accept that a bacterium could survive in the acidic environment of the stomach.

To demonstrate the validity of his theory, Marshall decided to conduct a self-experiment in 1984. He drank a culture of H. pylori that he had isolated from a patient and waited for the symptoms to appear. Within a week, he developed severe ulcers. He cured himself with antibiotics and proved that the bacterium was indeed responsible for peptic ulcers.

In 1995, he and Warren received the Lasker Award for their discovery. In 2005, they were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their contribution to medicine and science.

Ancient Egyptians used moldy bread on infected wounds and cuts in order to treat some patients, and no one understood why.

Until 1928, it was discovered by scientist Alexander Fleming that penicillin had a great effect as an antibiotic on bacteria.

When bread is left rot, it secretes a fungus called Penicillium, from which penicillin is derived, most famous antibiotic used so far to treat bacteria known to Egyptians 5000 years ago.

Cologne, Germany

Japanese satirical map of the world during World War I

The Pale Blue Dot is an iconic photograph of Earth captured by the Voyager 1 space probe in 1990. Taken from a distance of around 6 billion kilometers (3.7 billion miles) as Voyager 1 was departing our solar system, the image portrays Earth as a tiny, pale blue speck in the vastness of space. This image is a powerful reminder of our planet's isolation and fragility in the cosmic expanse, highlighting the need for responsible stewardship of our home. The photograph was a result of astronomer Carl Sagan's suggestion to turn Voyager's camera back towards Earth, offering a profound perspective on our place in the universe.

Ottoman map of Africa in the 1600's.

Bronze Corinthian Type - "Helmet of Miltiades" Athenian General who defeated Persians at Battle of Marathon in 490 BC.

Inscription on lip of helmet cheek section reads in Greek "Miltiades dedicated to Zeus".

Helmet was discovered in Temple of Zeus at Olympia, Greece.

Archaeological Museum of Olympia