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Machiavelli's 'Feared Rather Than Loved' Endures in Modern Politics
OpinionTimes of India2mo ago

Machiavelli's 'Feared Rather Than Loved' Endures in Modern Politics

Niccolò Machiavelli's 16th-century adage from "The Prince," advocating for leaders to be feared rather than loved, continues to be a relevant concept in contemporary political discourse. The philosopher argued that fear can maintain order, but requires careful balance.

Jessie Buckley and the dream of a night in Hollywood
Cultureobservador5mo ago

Jessie Buckley and the dream of a night in Hollywood

Ambitious and restless Irishwoman, she lives in a 16th-century mansion with low ceilings and inhabited by moths: it is where she gains inspiration for performances like the one that earned her the Oscar for Best Actress.

Valuable 16th-Century Crucifix Returns to Croatian Island
Culturejutarnji-list16d ago

Valuable 16th-Century Crucifix Returns to Croatian Island

After years of restoration, a valuable 16th-century Renaissance crucifix by a renowned Venetian master, along with an original 15th-century painting frame, has been returned to the Church of St. Mary on the small Croatian island of Žirje.

Lost 6th-Century Bible Manuscript Rediscovered
Worldnos3mo ago

Lost 6th-Century Bible Manuscript Rediscovered

A team of Scottish scientists has successfully rediscovered and reconstructed 42 previously lost pages of a significant 6th-century Bible manuscript, containing parts of the letters of Paul, a find described as 'beautiful' by theologians.

Vatican to exhibit El Greco's 'The Redeemer'
Cultureobservador5mo ago

Vatican to exhibit El Greco's 'The Redeemer'

In the 1960s, the panel was repainted by a forger who 'completed' it by hiding the original Christ. After restoration, the 16th-century painting will be exhibited at the Apostolic Palace this Saturday.

Oxford museum set to return 500-year-old bronze statue taken from Tamil Nadu temple
CultureTimes of India5mo ago

Oxford museum set to return 500-year-old bronze statue taken from Tamil Nadu temple

A 16th-century bronze statue of Saint Tirumankai Alvar, taken from a Tamil Nadu temple, is returning to India from the UK. Acquired by the Ashmolean Museum in 1967, its provenance became questionable after a 2019 discovery. Following an investigation and a formal claim by India, the museum has agreed to its repatriation, highlighting a commitment to ethical collections.

The Alder Tree: Masterpiece of Vildemoinhos Basket Weavers
Cultureobservador1mo ago

The Alder Tree: Masterpiece of Vildemoinhos Basket Weavers

The article highlights the alder tree as the raw material for the masterful basket weavers of Vildemoinhos. It also references Grão Vasco's painting 'The Flight into Egypt' as a curious display of 16th-century customs, food, clothing, and accessories.

16th-Century Shipwreck Discovered Off Sweden's Coast
Worldjutarnji-list3mo ago

16th-Century Shipwreck Discovered Off Sweden's Coast

A 16th-century shipwreck, offering unique historical and archaeological information, has been discovered off the southeastern coast of Sweden, leading local authorities to ban diving and fishing in the area.

Pedro Penim's Camões Play Extends Run in Lisbon
Culturepublicoobservador4mo ago2 sources

Pedro Penim's Camões Play Extends Run in Lisbon

Pedro Penim's theatrical adaptation of Camões' 'Filodemo' continues its run in Lisbon until April 18, bringing the 16th-century Portuguese poet's work to life for contemporary audiences, challenging old mythologies with vibrant performances.

Bringing 16th-century voice to 21st century
CultureKorea Herald5mo ago

Bringing 16th-century voice to 21st century

The Institute of East Asian Studies at the University of California, Berkeley has published an expanded edition of the English translation of "Chingbirok," the 1604 chronicle of the Japanese…