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Study solves mystery origin of Stonehenge’s iconic boulders

Stonehenge, a Neolithic wonder in southern England, has vexed historians and archaeologists for centuries with its many mysteries: How was it built? What purpose did it serve? Where did its towering sandstone boulders come from?

That last question may finally have an answer after a study published Wednesday found that most of the giant stones — known as sarsens — seem to share a common origin 25 kilometres (16 miles) away in West Woods, an area that teemed with prehistoric activity.

The finding boosts the theory that the megaliths were brought to Stonehenge about the same time: around 2,500 BCE, the monument’s second phase of construction, ……….

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Avoid getting scammed while traveling

The massive upsurge in the number of travelers has spawned various related ventures around the world. Unfortunately, not all of them are meant to help the travelers. This article talks about some of the things not to do in order to avoid getting scammed while traveling in Thailand. 

When in Thailand, beware of buses

A scam involving robbing passengers…………….

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Coronavirus: Emirates suspends all flights to Italy

Emirates is operating its last flight from Rome today for the time being, said a press release from the airline.

Earlier, it suspended flights between Dubai and Venice on March 11, Milan and Bologna on March 13. 

As a result, there will be no flights between Dubai and Italy from March 15.

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Oman suspends air travel with Bangladesh: Biman top official

Oman has suspended air communication with Bangladesh from this evening, Deputy General Manager of Public Relations at Biman Bangladesh Airlines Tahera Khandaker told The Daily Star.

After Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar, this is the fourth country in the Middle East to suspend air travel with Bangladesh due to the coronavirus outbreak.