October 25, 2025 9:29 am
When a group of French researchers set out to answer which infectious diseases helped fell the troops, they did not have much to go on: only 13 teeth from men buried in a mass grave in Vilnius, Lithuania.
February 17, 2025 8:30 pm
Donald Trump’s allies have falsely claimed he has supreme presidential authority, free from checks and balances, as his executive orders and Elon Musk’s influence face numerous lawsuits and court orders.
December 30, 2023 4:47 pm
Napoleon Bonaparte's fascination with the Orient, especially India, spurred his ambition to challenge Britain's hold on the subcontinent. Despite forming diplomatic treaties with the likes of Persia and Russia, Napoleon faced significant challenges in his quest to conquer India.
July 11, 2023 11:16 am
An action epic that details the checkered rise and fall of French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, the film captures his relentless journey to power through the prism of his addictive and volatile relationship with Empress Josephine.
June 18, 2022 9:46 pm
Considered a popular image of the French military leader since 1801, five exact versions of this painting were made by his loyal servant Jacques-Louis David till 1805. But, what is the real story behind the image of Napoleon?
December 08, 2021 12:37 pm
Set with engraved gemstones, the early 19th century pieces are part of matching jewellery sets, or parures, and were offered as part of auction house Sotheby's "Treasures" sale.
September 06, 2021 6:26 pm
Described by Bonhams as the "first hat to bear the Emperor's DNA", it is on display in Hong Kong before it moves to Paris and then London, where it will be auctioned on Oct. 27.
May 06, 2021 7:50 am
Macron has made classic centrist move. By trying to woo right through symbolic gestures, he may end up fooling no one.




