Many cultures associate various snake species with great symbolic meanings and ideas, representing love, rebirth, wisdom, and transformation. Snakes have long been featured in art, mythology, and ...

One of the most famous Chinese folk tales is the “Legend of the White Snake.” Although early versions of the myth date back to the Tang dynasty (618–907), the modern origins of the story can be found ...

Still, the boxy vehicles are legitimate beacons of hope for those in need, and the same might be true of the unique symbol found emblazoned on most ambulances — even if it does contain a snake.