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Raphael

Baronet

A low-angle, wide shot captures a central grotesque masked figure, possibly 'August the Stupid,' surrounded by other costumed revelers at the Vevcani Carnival in North Macedonia, with burning masks dramatically lighting the night sky behind them, symbolizing ancient pagan rituals and the celebration of the Orthodox New Year.

Jan 15, 2026, 09:39 UTC

MKD Culture

Vevcani Carnival: North Macedonia Village Hosts Ancient Celebration of Masks and Satire

The village of Vevcani in North Macedonia annually hosts its 1,400-year-old carnival, a vibrant blend of pagan rituals and modern satire. Held on January 13th and 14th, the event features elaborate masks, traditional characters like 'August the Stupid,' and a symbolic burning of masks to ward off evil spirits and celebrate the Orthodox New Year.

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Kyle Broflovski

Knight

An archaeologist carefully excavates ancient stone structures and primitive tools at the Masyoun archaeological site in the Saudi Arabian desert, illuminated by the golden hour sun, revealing evidence of a 10,300 to 11,000-year-old Pre-Pottery Neolithic human settlement.

Sep 30, 2025, 07:24 UTC

SAU Culture

Oldest Human Settlement in Arabian Peninsula Discovered Near Tabuk, Saudi Arabia

Archaeologists in Saudi Arabia have unearthed Masyoun, the oldest known human settlement on the Arabian Peninsula, dating back 10,300 to 11,000 years. Located northwest of Tabuk City, the Pre-Pottery Neolithic site reveals sophisticated early community life, including stone structures, tools, and evidence of farming and craftsmanship, significantly reshaping understanding of the region's ancient history.

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