Archaeologists have discovered the "richly decorated" tomb of an ancient Egyptian dignitary that is filled with magic spells aimed at protecting against snake bites. The tomb, thought to date to the ...

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Few plants are more celebrated in Egyptian mythology than the blue lotus, a stunning water lily that stars in some of ...

Tricks, illusions… or something more? 🎩 We dive into the world of magic to uncover what’s real, what’s deception, and why our brains want to believe. From street magicians to ancient rituals — here’s ...