This is the theory behind the Aeolian harp, a musical instrument that is played by the wind. Named for Aeolus, the ancient Greek god of the wind, this instrument can be traced back to biblical times.

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Lead Contamination in Ancient Greece Points to Societal Change Jan. 30, 2025 — Studies of sediment cores from the sea floor and the coastal regions surrounding the Aegean Sea show that humans ...

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With more than 200 inhabited islands in Greece, each with its own attractions ... famous writers like Homer and Shakespeare, as well as ancient Venetian, French and British armies that fought ...

MALDEN, Mo. (KFVS) - Harps Food Stores, Inc. has announced the ribbon cutting and grand re-opening of their newly remodeled store in Malden. According to a release, at 10 a.m. on Wednesday ...