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Ronald Wright's 2004 book, "A Short History of Progress," looked at societal decline in terms of the past - Easter Island, ancient Sumeria, the Roman Empire, the Mayans - drawing lessons for today.
Maybe the Mayans were right. Religious scholars say gay marriage a sign the end is near
This humor blog is about my personal search for signs of intelligent life in the universe and in my neighborhood.
Ancient civilization scholars to attend second Nishan Forum
JINAN, May 14 -- Academics specializing in six ancient civilizations will meet in the hometown of the philosopher Confucius in east China's Shandong province in May during the second Nishan Forum, organizers said Monday.
Man held for bomb hoax in China
A man has been detained in Chinese metropolis Shanghai for making a hoax bomb threat to the city's international airport, police said.