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Bettany Hughes’ support of Classics

constantinakatsari November 18, 2010

Below is a transcript of Bettany Hughes’ appearance on Woman’s Hour. Womans Hour, BBC Radio 4 November 16, 2010 “Jenni Murray: Now, even in the sixties, when I was at a state school and Latin was for everybody (Greek only for the very bright) there were plenty of mumblings about pupils wasting their time on dead languages when they could be learning French, German, Spanish and perhaps even Russian or Chinese. Well, its not on the National Curriculum and only 17% of state school... »

Ancient History Competition 41

constantinakatsari November 13, 2010

What did Periander, Nero, and Herodes Atticus have in common? »

The Collapse of a Roman Building in Pompei

constantinakatsari November 7, 2010

Newagencies all over the world testified to the collapse of a Roman building within the complex of the Schola Armaturarum Juventus Pompeiani in the renowned city of Pompeii. The building may have survived earthquakes, volcano eruptions, wars, the Camora and almost 2.500.000 tourists a year but it has not survived the recent abundant rains! At least, this is what the Italian Minister of Culture, Sandro Bondi, claimed. It is obvious to me that the rains had nothing to do with the incompetence of t... »

Teaching Humanities

constantinakatsari November 5, 2010

I received the following message a few days ago and I thought I should pass it on. It concerns all permanent and non permanent members of staff in British Unviersities. “http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-11627843 Teaching grants for degree courses in arts, humanities and social sciences at England’s universities are likely to be phased out under government plans. Giving evidence to MPs, Universities Minister David Willetts suggested these courses would be funded wholly via tuition ... »

Ancient History Competition 40

constantinakatsari October 30, 2010

America was discovered by Colombus and previously visited by the Vikings. But which ancient philosopher told to an ancient king “you cannot really become a king… not even if you cross the ocean and conquer a continent as big as Asia”? »

Ancient History Competition 39

constantinakatsari October 18, 2010

Philippi, Alexandria, Laodicea. All of these cities were named after prominent Macedonians. Do you know a city that was named after a much earlier Athenian? »

Digging for Britain

constantinakatsari October 15, 2010

I have received the following email from Gemma Hagen in the BBC that may be of interest to some of you. Please, ignore the exaggerated tone of triumph. It may be a great opportunity for a young archaeologist to advertise his/ her project. “Great news! We will be making series two of Digging for Britain. We hope to start filming in early 2011. I’m delighted to say that the whole of Digging for Britain has been a success and rated really well with our audience. The final viewing figures for ... »

London exhibition of Greek artist

constantinakatsari October 15, 2010

“O Lord!” Artist Giorgos Maraziotis’ debut London exhibition opens on 22nd October. 26 year old Greek artist Giorgos Maraziotis will be exhibiting his latest works in London at newly opened lifestyle store Dalliance (41 Cross Street, Islington, N1 2BB). Opening, Friday 22 October at 20.00h Duration of exhibition: 22 October- 7 November 2010 Mon – Fri 9:30am- 6:30pm Saturday 10am- 7pm Sunday 11am- 5pm T: 020 3254 4619 www.dallianceshop.com www.maraziotis.com »

Classics and Imperialism

constantinakatsari October 6, 2010

“The Petrie Museum has recently reopened its doors after a refurbishment and has several events taking place from next week on: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/museums/whats-on/petrie_listings Of particular relevance to classicists is this event – it is helpful to book first via events.petrie@ucl.ac.uk: CLASSICS AND IMPERIALISM IN THE BRITISH EMPIRE: TALK AND BOOK LAUNCH Date: 21 October | Time: 18.00 – 19.30 Event starts at 18.30. Mark Bradley introduces a new book which brings together ... »

Ancient History Competition 38

constantinakatsari October 1, 2010

As if marrying her brother was not bad enough, this queen also married her other brother later! Who was she? »

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