Wisdom From the 'Philosopher King'—75 Famous Quotes From Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius originally appeared on Parade.

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Japan's Emperor Naruhito has announced plans to honor Japanese World War II prisoners during his visit to Mongolia next week.

The Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, is set to establish a named chair in Alexander the Great Studies.

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One of only three surviving Byzantine crowns, it depicts a man and two sisters who jointly ruled the empire in the 11th century.