Cleopatra VII is one of those historical figures whose name sparks instant recognition, but how much do we really know about ...

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Cleopatra VII wasn’t just a queen—she was a master strategist. From reclaiming her throne after exile to forging a powerful alliance with Julius Caesar, she transformed Egypt and cemented her legacy ...

During her hunt for the Egyptian queen’s lost tomb, National Geographic Explorer Kathleen Martínez uncovered the sunken landscape near the ruins of Taposiris Magna. Archeologist Kathleen Martínez and ...

In 1492, Christopher Columbus sailed west from Spain, hoping to reach Asia. Instead, he reached the Caribbean, opening the door for European exploration of the Americas. This journey is what the ...

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QatarEnergy has signed an agreement with British oil giant Shell to buy a 27% participating interest in the North Cleopatra exploration block offshore Egypt. The deal, which requires approval from the ...

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