Syria name Assyria Greeks Assyrians Arameans

Greeks used “Syrian” for two distinct peoples

The name “Syria” is probably linked to Akkadian Aššur, the name behind Assyria. From the Seleucid era, Greeks used “Syrian” for both Mesopotamian Assyrians and Levantine Arameans, though they were distinct peoples.

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Spanish rulers both destroyed and reused quipus

Under Spanish rule, some quipus were destroyed because officials saw them as objects of forbidden worship. Other officials and priests instead encouraged people to use quipus for government and church records.

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Some patients are aware under anesthesia

1–2 in 1,000 people

During general anesthesia, about 1–2 people in every 1,000 have some awareness of the procedure without showing any sign of it. An estimated 22% of people dream under general anesthesia.

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