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WINNER OF THE ORWELL PRIZE NEW YORK TIMES EDITORS’ CHOICE “Unforgettable . . . a book about Putin’s Russia that is unlike any other.”—Patrick Radden Keefe, author of Empire of Pain From a Moscow correspondent for The New Yorker, a groundbreaking portrait of modern Russia and...

Was sind die großen Herausforderungen, vor denen die Menschheit steht? Wer sind wir und was sollen wir mit unserem Leben anfangen? Seit Jahrtausenden fragt die Menschheit nach dem Sinn des Lebens. Doch jetzt setzen uns die ökologische Krise, die wachsende Bedrohung durch Massenvernichtungswaffen und der Aufstieg neuer disruptiver Technologien unter Zeitdruck. Irgendjemand wird darüber entscheiden müssen, wie wir die Macht nutzen, die künstliche Intelligenz und Biotechnologie bereit halten. Yuval Noah Harari will Menschen dazu anregen, sich an den großen Debatten unserer Zeit zu beteiligen.

The history of magic is as long as time and as wide as the world. In every culture, in every age, in every place and, probably, in every heart, there is magic. Harry Potter: A History of Magic reveals some of the hidden stories behind real-world magic and explores some of J.K. Rowling's magical inventions alongside their folkloric, cultural and historical forebears.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER An “absorbing” (Los Angeles Times) biography of one of the most remarkable, powerful, and captivating women in Russian history—from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Peter the Great, Nicholas and Alexandra, and The Romanovs “[A] compelling portrait not...

1.000 Jahre herrschten die Römer und ihr Einfluss ist auch bei uns bis heute noch gegenwärtig. Römische Philosophie, römisches Recht, römische Baukunst überlebten das Mittelalter und prägten die Zivilisation Mitteleuropas. Die Gründung; die Kämpfe mit den Etruskern, die Etablierung der Republik, die Kriege gegen Karthago, "Hannibal ante portas", die Zeit von Cicero, Crassus, Pompejus und Cäsar. Der Imperator erobert Ägypten und trifft auf Kleopatra.

Award-winning podcast from the QI offices in which the writers of the hit BBC show discuss the best things they've found out this week. Hosted by Dan Schreiber (@schreiberland) with James Harkin (@jamesharkin), Andrew Hunter Murray (@andrewhunterm), and Anna Ptaszynski (#GetAnnaOnTwitter)

Der Erste Weltkrieg wurde von 1914 bis 1918 in Europa, dem Nahen Osten, in Afrika, Ostasien und auf den Weltmeeren geführt und forderte rund 17...

Mehr als 40 mal ist geplant worden, Adolf Hitler zu töten und Deutschland vom Nationalsozialismus zu befreien...

The history of China is as rich and strange as that of any country on earth. Yet for many, China’s history remains unknown, or known only through the stylized images that generations in the West have cherished or reviled as truth. With his command of character and event - the product of 30 years of research and reflection in the field - Spence dispels those myths in a powerful narrative. Over four centuries of Chinese history, Spence fashions the astonishing story of the effort to achieve a modern China.

Haben Sie das Gefühl, die Welt sei aus den Fugen geraten? Sie sind nicht allein - die meisten Menschen haben in den letzten Jahren einen Realitätsschock erlitten: Unser Bild der Welt hat sich oft als kollektive Illusion entpuppt. Wer hätte damit gerechnet, dass Trump die Wahl gewinnt und die Briten für den Brexit stimmen? Dass Hunderttausende nach Europa flüchten und dabei Zehntausende sterben? Dass so viele Demokratien nach rechts kippen? Dass der Klimawandel so schnell spürbar wird und über Nacht eine weltweite Klima-Jugendbewegung entsteht.

The Rare Genes from History and Basic Haplotype Test of DNA Consultants can produce sharply delineated patterns of genetic matches. From the Helen Gene and Peoples of the Steppes Gene to the Sundaland Gene and Aztlan Gene, rare values on your autosomal DNA profile are better than common ones in analyzing your various ethnic strains and deep history since the last Ice Age.

In Volume III of this captivating exploration of the Papacy, we delve into the tumultuous events surrounding the Council of Basel, where a faction revolts against Pope Eugenius IV, who remains steadfast in his defense of papal autonomy amidst the growing calls for church reform. Central to this narrative is Aeneus Sylvius Piccolomini, known as Pope Pius II—a renowned author, diplomat, and Renaissance humanist. His journey culminates in Ancona, where he meets his end at the forefront of a faltering crusade. As Creighton eloquently states, Pius II embodies a captivating blend of weakness and ...

If you love stories that wander just off the beaten path — weird historical twists, surprising scientific discoveries, and topics that make you say “Huh… I never thought about it like that,” you’re in the right place. From strange inventions and forgotten events to mind-blowing facts and odd cultural corners, we unpack topics big enough to think about but too weird to ignore.

A History podcast hosted by Kay MacGregor

Une conversation sur l'histoire et l'actualité Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Furniture Industry Stories is a long-form podcast documenting the people, companies, and moments that shaped the furniture industry. Each episode explores the true stories behind iconic brands, influential founders, and pivotal decisions that built today’s furniture business. From family-owned retailers to global manufacturers, from early risk-taking entrepreneurs to modern industry leaders, these are the stories rarely told—but often referenced—inside the furniture world. Designed for furniture professionals, executives, retailers, vendors, and anyone curious about how this industry was...

Spöket här bredvid är podcasten som berättar lokala historier om spöken, väsen och folktro. Vi berättar inga sagor om ”det var en gång”, vi tar avstamp i faktiska platser och/eller händelser. Det kan vara ditt jobb, din mataffär, förskolan eller gymmet. Vågar du följa med? Podden startar i januari 2026

Dry January is a three-part exploration of what happens when we step away from alcohol, hosted by Julia Cartwright, a warm and witty AI health companion who transforms complex wellness science into kitchen-table conversation. The series examines the remarkable biological changes that occur during the first week without alcohol, traces the surprising cultural history of sobriety movements from ancient Greece to modern mocktail bars, and explores what clarity and self-knowledge emerge after a full month. With humor, compassion, and scientific insight, Julia guides listeners through the physical ...

In 1990–91, Canada joined the first UN–sanctioned war against a sovereign state since Korea. Rocket War is a four-part documentary series exploring Canada’s role in the Persian Gulf War as told through the voices of those who served.Focusing on Operation Friction, the series traces Canada’s contribution at sea, in the air, and on the ground—from Royal Canadian Navy ships enforcing UN sanctions in the Persian Gulf, to CF-18 fighter pilots flying combat missions over Iraq and Kuwait, to a rapidly assembled Canadian field hospital treating coalition casualties and Iraqi prisoners of ...

"What if"...... one of the most asked questions throughout history!What if Germany hadn’t invaded the Soviet Union in 1941?What if the Allies had lost the Battle of Britain?What if there was no lend-lease act from the United States?Join us as we explore an alternative Second World War, where we examine all the possible “what if scenarios” — creating a counterfactual history that spans the entire war.To bring this to life, we have set up a Historical Wargame in which 30 participants take on the roles of leading the countries in the conflict. They will control war industries, make ...