A rebel tyrant arrives in Sparta with a map of the world, asking for help against an empire that already spans continents. This chapter follows the Ionian Revolt, the fall of Miletus, and the shock of ...

This video maps the First Persian Empire — the Achaemenid Empire (c. 550–330 BC). We trace how Cyrus the Great united Persia and overthrew the Medes, then show how successive rulers expanded their ...

The stories of history’s greatest empires reveal a recurring pattern: conquest without restraint, expansion without limits and an inevitable fall ...

Alexander the Great, a legendary king who conquered vast empires, believed true freedom stemmed from conquering inner fear.

Kashmir, now known largely for its beauty, was once known for its wisdom and as a centre of knowledge. From the time of ...

Celebrating the New Year was a popular custom around the world in ancient times. How was it celebrated in Alexander the Great ...

Several ancient lost cities, including imperial capitals and religious centres, remain undiscovered, their locations still ...

Studios betting on sequels and spending years on post-launch updates are creating a wave of creative stagnation.

Democracy faces a decline as expansionist autocracies, populists, and degraded international norms rise. The future of ...

The ancient state of Bihar was recognised as the mighty kingdom of Magadha, and its name is believed to have originated from ...

A Byzantine treasure hoard of gold coins and jewels, hidden since the 7th century during times of war, has been found in ...

It was a decidedly down year for democracy across the globe. From the battlefields of eastern Ukraine to the smouldering ...