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Italian town hosts fifth annual light and water festival

The fifth edition of the Brixen Water Light Festival is currently underway in the northern Italian town with 47 big light installations about the environment and peace on display.

06/05/2023

Europe News

Brussels gives new recommendations on ending piracy for live events

Member states are not obliged to follow the new rules, which are only meant as guidelines.

04/05/2023

Qatar 365

Exploring Qatar's traditions: Sadu weaving, sword making and falconry

In partnership with Media City

Qatar is keeping old traditions alive - from sword making to textile weaving to falconry. Qatar 365 examines what it means to protect and preserve the emirate's cultural heritage while striving for modernisation.

03/05/2023

Scenes

Meet Egypt's musical maestro bringing passionate voices together

In partnership with Media City

In partnership with Media City

01/05/2023

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WATCH: Belly dancer Yousha Hussain breaks taboos in Pakistan

Yousha Hussain decided that he wanted to become a belly dancer in Pakistan after watching Hindi movies growing up.

30/04/2023

Culture news

Inside the French workshop reproducing works of art

Thousands of art pieces have been reproduced at the workshop of the Réunion des Musées Nationaux Grand Palais in France since 1793. Discover their work.

30/04/2023

Culture news

Why is the Guaraní language playing a big role in Paraguay's election?

The Guaraní language has survived colonialization efforts over the past centuries. Today, it is a game changer in the upcoming elections in Paraguay.

29/04/2023

Culture news

What is 'la bise' and has the pandemic killed it?

French people often do 'la bise' to greet each other - but the pandemic has endangered this national habit.

13/04/2023

Culture news

Italy planning five-figure fines for monument and art vandalism

The Italian government approved proposed legislation championed by the culture minister that would impose fines starting at €10,000 and as high as €60,000 for those who vandalise artworks or cultural sites

12/04/2023

Culture news

Meet the TikToker teaching a 5,000-year-old Indigenous language

To help preserve his Indigenous mother tongue, Mexican TikToker Santos Tuz records short videos to spread a Mayan language.

11/04/2023

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WATCH: Guyana's cowboys showcase skills in rodeo

Deafeningly loud country music came through the speakers as cowboys entered the arena to kickstart this year’s Rupununi Ranchers Rodeo in Lethem, southwest Guyana.

10/04/2023

Destinations

Why you should head to Portugal for a wine-tasting adventure

This Portuguese city may be known for port and pastel de nata - but there's another reason foodies should flock here.

10/04/2023

Cult

Balkan Trafik! festival 2023 to showcase Kosovo's best musical talents

First held over 15 years ago after the meeting of Nicolas Wieërs from Belgium and Ilir Sefa from Kosovo, the festival takes place from 27 to 30 April in Brussels.

05/04/2023

Food and Drink

Where was Carbonara sauce created?

Where was Carbonara created? One academic says it's not Italy, which is an answer causing shock and outrage in the country.

31/03/2023

Culture news

Greek National Opera celebrates Maria Callas centenary

The Greek National Opera is organising numerous events to mark the 100th anniversary of Maria Callas' birth.

28/03/2023

Experiences

Unlucky for some: How many airlines skip row 13?

Plenty of airlines skip row 13 to help quell passenger superstition.

21/03/2023

Destinations

Ditch Europe’s capitals for these off-the-radar city breaks

Want a city break without the crowds? Why not give these 'second cities' a go.

19/03/2023

Culture news

Where do Europeans stand on divisive social issues?

Despite a rise in populism on the continent, Europeans seem to be getting more liberal when it comes to abortion, divorce and casual sex.

12/03/2023

Cinema

European cinema rewarded at Portugal's Fantasporto film festival

This 43rd edition of one of Portugal's most famous film festivals marked a victory for European cinematography and also a landmark occasion for art historians with the chance to see long lost frescoes at the venue's new location in Porto.

05/03/2023

Cult

Rendez-Vous: The best of arts and culture

Find out what's happening in the world of art and culture this coming month, in the latest edition of Rendez-Vous!

03/03/2023