ancient

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While not pink in colour, the name of the April full Moon harks back to ancient traditions before the advent of the modern calendar.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

“The 14th Amendment affirms the ancient and fundamental rule of citizenship by birth within the territory,” the court said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Adelheid Otto of Germany's Ludwig-Maximilians-University started a long-planned dig at ancient Shuruppak, modern-day Tell Fara, on February 28.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

This ancient Greek and Roman school of thought, which argues that a shift in perspective can turn regret and fear into a state of calm acceptance, is what Semple calls “salvation through reason.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

We make our way through the gate, passing a long row of ancient cedars.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin