After the murder of Julius Caesar, Brutus had an aureus minted showing him with a laurel wreath: a sign of his ambition to become emperor. A valuable gold coin – with propaganda value.
Rare Roman Brutus coin auctioned for 1.98 million euros
Grounded flights and police escorts mark South Korea’s exam season
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Every November, South Korean students face the Suneung, an eight-hour exam determining university entry and future job prospects, with nationwide support and pressure.
European commission cuts 2026 growth forecast amid rising energy prices
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The European Commission has downgraded its 2026 growth forecast for the EU economy to 1.1%, citing increased energy prices due to the Middle Eastern conflict.