The city was founded as a thermal spa early in the 2nd century BCE, and rose to prominence as a place where thermal waters could heal ailments. It became a Roman possession when Attalus III, King of Pergamon bequeathed his entire kingdom to Rome on his death.

Archaeologists led by volcanologist Hardy Pfanz have found that the same geological activity that causes the Pamukkale hot springs also causes noxious gases, particularly CO₂, to pour out of the earth in this region.

Hierapolis was a city built on a plateau over the modern Turkish site of Pamukkale, meaning “cotton cliffs”. This unique landscape was formed as calcium deposits bubbled from thermal springs and formed cliffs of white limestone.

Scientists testing the ruins found CO₂ making up to 53% of the air at the mouth of the cave, and reaching as high as 91% inside. Normal atmospheric levels of CO₂ are around 0.039%, and 10% is enough to asphyxiate a person in 30 minutes. (Pfanz et al. link.springer.com/article/10.1...)

Over time, Hierapolis became a draw for ancient tourists, who wanted to see the macabre spectacle themselves. The eunuch priests of the temple led bulls down into the cave tied with ropes, while spectators watched from the stands. They would drag out its corpse minutes later.

From inscriptions on lead pipes and tiles, it soon became clear that what had been discovered were the pleasure barges of the infamous first-century Roman Emperor Caligula.

Very excited to announce that Fall of Civilizations has been named a "Book of the month" by Blackwell's bookshop. Just a short thank you video to everyone who has helped make this possible. Pre-order your copy if you haven't already: blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/pro...

The Greek scholar Strabo visited Hierapolis in the first century BCE, and wrote about the frightening properties of its Ploutonion in his Geographica: “the Ploutonion… is an opening large enough to admit a man, but it reaches a considerable depth…”

Amazing video of the construction of the Kusuma Neolithic Hall, a recreation of a 4,500 year old structure found near Stonehenge... More: www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

The printed ends look absolutely incredible! Apparently the printers have never done a run-on design like this before, and had to do a few proof of concept tests first. Only these limited edition copies have them. 😍

Outside the Israeli Consulate Building in LA, Paolo, aka The Peruvian Chasqui, spoke on standing with Palestine and the global struggle felt across Latin America. He also describes Peru’s longstanding solidarity with Palestine, and shared that people in Cusco had protested on Nakba Day as well

▶️ WATCH: "My personal view is that the electorate has made its mind up on the present Prime Minister and have decided they don't want him to continue in that role." At lunchtime I made my debut on Roxom TV, talking about the local & devolved election results and what they may mean for Keir Starmer.

WINK WORLD @ AREA15. Las Vegas, Nevada. November 2025.

H.S. Softball District Semifinal: United beats Mineral Ridge

Memory turns red, erodes, and takes you over. New media art rooted in Japanese aesthetics. Traces of time accumulate and reshape the visible world. #takayukio #NYCArtist #NewYorkArt

Sadly and predictably, Iran appears to have achieved escalation dominance by closing the Strait of Hormuz. I asked what plans the government have for a post-conflict region where Iran retains the upper hand because it can dictate global energy prices and continue to threaten gulf nations.

Thx Tamara!! Enjoy your weekend 👍😎☀️ @imsal.bsky.social @6to12elbow.bsky.social @soldiergirl.bsky.social @grant1983.bsky.social @chadlehman.bsky.social @paulcady.bsky.social @scottgable.bsky.social @dragonlady1011.bsky.social @dcombes.bsky.social @suzzisulli.bsky.social @plumbaby1.bsky.social

When two pies went to war... Welcome to my video about the two biggest pizza brands in the 80s. Pizza Hut v Domino's...let battle commence!

Friday 5/8/26 Quick4Cast. Rain and storms this evening. What you need to know in 30 seconds. Check the First Alert 4 weather app for more forecast details #stlwx Full forecast -> firstalert4.com/weather

Garth Marenghi "I know writers who use subtext and they're all cowards" green screen

The most sacred clause in the Constitution may be the war making clause. Our founding fathers are turning in their grave watching this Republican Congress allow one man lead us into a disastrous, incompetently run war.

Similar post to what I shared earlier. I’m not sure this redistricting plan is going to work as long as Trump continues to irritate so many people by the things he is doing (and not doing).

DA COSTA PASSES IT TO VELDE WHO UNCORKS A BELTER FROM DEEP TO BEAT CLEVELAND AND GIVE THE TIMBERS A 1-0 LEAD IN THE 7TH MINUTE WOWWWWWW #RCTID

How To Unblock Your Heart Chakra Healing Your Love Life Compassionately! Welcome back to the 8th episode of Skeletal Leap: A Living Adventure! Today’s episode titled “How To Unblock Your Heart Chakra Healing Your Love Life Compassionately!” will tell you how I cracked the code of instant heart...

Trumpstein - Week from Hell - which is every week with Trump In office

Meikyū Jiin Dababa / Temple Labyrinth Dababa (1987 / Eng. Translation 2017) #FDS #Nintendo

Compassion in action – that’s a phrase we live by here at HRT. Doing the compassionate thing matters, whether it’s how you respond to an overdose situation or how you interact with the people in your community on a daily basis.🫂

Max and David are once schooled in history by the ever-erudite Producer Will. Turns out Irish Creme was British, and invented by some guy named Tom.

📣 "Your instructions for today: Delete it. Delete*that* app.. You know which one is your albatross. The one you use too much. The one you use to escape-too often, at the expense of other things (including sleep). … Delete said time-wasting, bad-habit app. Uninstall it."📣 ~ MANOUSH ZOMORODI

NEAT Week is here! From Nov 24–28, we’re celebrating the important work of technologists & technicians across Canada. At ASTTBC, we’re proud to recognize our registrants in a wide range of disciplines for their commitment to safety, sustainability, & innovation throughout B.C. 🔗 tinyurl.com/h5psedjh

Hackers in Denver CO reprogrammed crosswalks to say "Trump murders children"

One year ago, StandWithUs Israel Executive Director Michael Dickson responded to the antisemitic domestic terror attack in Washington, D.C., that murdered Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky.

On Lawfare Daily, @annahickey.bsky.social talked to Nicholas Enrich, former acting assistant administrator of Global Health at USAID, about his book, “Into the Wood Chipper," where he detailed the agency's dismantling during the early months of the Trump administration. youtu.be/naftZg7waOw

What makes a difference in cognitive rehabilitation? Professor Jim Jackson suggests Goal Management Training - non sexy, but effective! #longcovidtheanswers #longcovid  longcovidtheanswers.com

That's a nice handwarmer! Bet you can't guess what happens next! 😱 #trump #palantir #peterthiel #joerogan #jesus #ai anyone know the creator, please leave a link to his social media, I can't find it 😭

Why Women Objectify Men Just as Much as Men Objectify Women

Today is the #InternationalDayOfWomen and in #Merida, it is as much protest as it is a celebration of #PoderDeMujer! 💪🏻NEVER have we seen such camaraderie and community among women. Thousands came to support one another and victims! #WomenSupportingWomen. What a concept! 💜🤍💚 #MeridaMagico 🇲🇽

"On the surface it looks as if we got nothing." @brma64.bsky.social and @stephruhle.bsky.social break down the reported deal being discussed by the U.S. and Iran.

⚽ Great finish from Rosalía to give Barça the lead. #fcbfemeni

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How the Spirit of God Can Change Your Day! #BookTok, #Bookstagram, #ReadingSlump, and #BookTokFavorites. #ChristianBooks D

Have you ever wondered why we don't do World's Fairs anymore...?? The answer is so much weirder (and lamer) than you'll ever believe. New episode of Hello Tomorrow, available today! 🚀

À #Paris, lors de la finale de la Ligue des champions entre Arsenal et le PSG, des émeutes ont éclaté avec la participation des supporters du club parisien. Pendant que les équipes jouaient au Puskás Aréna de Budapest

💡 Rethink. Rebuild. Rise. "We need to be strategic in how we invest our approaches & money but also involve communities at the centre of the #HIV response." - Bahati Haule, AFROCAB ▶️ Watch Bahati's video & share your #RethinkRebuildRise perspective: zurl.co/IKFYe

Guys look I’m upside down! Filmed by @cybrfur.bsky.social #furry #furryfandom #littlealphapup #texasfurryfiesta #tff

CM Punk gives Matt Sydal the dreaded vomit slam IWA-MS To Catch A Rising Star 2005

Man it was loud in Montgomery yesterday, but the messages resonated. We’re now less than 36 hours before the polls open for the May 19th primary. Make your voice heard - VOTE and together lets start a history making change in Alabama

This is what a President should sound like.

Gov. Waltz & Mayor Frey BUSTED again!

Night prep of 200 UJ-26 "Bobr" (Beaver) Ukrainian-made kamikaze and precision-strike drone developed by UkrJet, for 1,000km deep-strike missions in Ruzzian territory and occupied Crimea with 20kg explosive, 30liters of fuel.

🚨AB 2509 passes Assembly Education Committee! Burbank, Glendale, and Los Angeles Unified School Districts have been facing declining student enrollment for the last several years, which means less funding for our public schools. 1/5

Eles estão lançando bombas em tudo: Casas Sítios históricos Hospitais Centros médicos Infraestrutura civil 🧵2/2

Aaaand this one Look at him guarding his injury

🎥 Caro scores the first! Salma with the assist! #fcbfemeni

📢 CHP Genel Başkanı Mahmut Tanal: "O biber gazı çıkacak! Burası terör örgütü yuvası mı? 💢 Burası parti parti! Demokrasinin içine s*çt*nız!"

Türkiye [3] - 0 North Macedonia- Deniz Gül 53'

🚓 Nueve detenidos, dos en Canarias, al incautar 10.000 dosis de bótox en distintas clínicas clandestinas

Right-wing Catholic Daily Wire podcaster Michael Knowles and Protestant Christian nationalist Doug Wilson find common ground in their common enemies: progressives and secularists

Show me a picture that captures your essence.

Donald Trump says supporters have suggested naming a new public area outside the Lincoln Memorial the “Trump Promenade” as part of a proposed redevelopment project.