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Sculptures inspired by Palmyra, skillfully document history of archaeological city

Damascus, SANA- Inspired by the rich civilization of Palmyra as well as by the cultural heritage of Syria and provoked by the destruction caused to this historical city by the …

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The glass makers of Syria have a history as old as time

Damascus, SANA – Damascus is renowned to be the first city which gave birth to the art of glass blowing and the glass makers of Syria have a history as …

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First and second volumes of Encyclopedia of Antiquities in Syria issued

Damascus, SANA – The Arab Encyclopedia Agency issued the first and second volumes of the Encyclopedia of Antiquities in Syria, which showcases antiquities and archeological artifacts and sites in Syria. …

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June 3, Opium War erupts between Britain and China

1839- Opium War erupts between Britain and China. 1917- Independence of Albania. 1959- Singapore gains independence. 1965- Astronaut Edward White becomes the first American to walk in space when he …

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The astrolabe, a part of Syria’s scientific history

Damascus, SANA – Archeological discoveries and historical documents from various eras show a persisting interest in astronomy among Syrians throughout the stages of history, going as far back as the …

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August 29, Naji al-Ali, a Palestinian cartoonist, passes away

1940- Italian army bombed Suez Canal. 1949- Soviet Union detonated the first nuclear bomb. 2003- Chairman of the Supreme Council of the Islamic Revolution in Iraq Mohammad Bakir al-Hakim was …

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June 27,Terrorist attack on Syrian al-Ikhbariya TV channel

1801 – British army occupies the capital of Egypt, Cairo. 1943 – Taif agreement signed to end war between Saudi Arabia and Yemen. 1967 – install the first ATM in …

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