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Skiing, a popular winter sport for Europe’s middle-classes, is much older than many people think: Remains of wooden skis have been found in Scandinavia dating back thousands of years. Skiing began as a means of survival in prehistoric times, only becoming synonymous with glamour and leisure in the modern era.

Skiing began as a means of survival in prehistory, only becoming synonymous with glamour and leisure in modern times.

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As a tattoo or worn as a pendant, the Hamsa or Hand of Fatima can symbolise many things. Originally from North Africa and the Middle East, its symbolism and religious significance varies widely.

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As a tattoo or worn as a pendant, the Hamsa or Hand of Fatima can symbolise many things.

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