Culture news Squid Game becomes Netflix's biggest series launch The series has been hovering at the top of the charts on Netflix in over 80 countries. 13/10/2021
Culture news Comics: Astérix returns in 'Astérix and the Griffon' Astérix and his red-haired best friend Obélix make a return in this brand new adventure and the last story that Albert Uderzo was able to supervise. 12/10/2021
Culture news Villagers are saving their castle from owner who 'pretends to be dead' After a money laundering affair and alleged €12 million fraud, the owner is now in prison awaiting trial where prosecutors accuse him of pretending to be dead to escape justice. 12/10/2021
Culture news Ancient winemaking complex unearthed in central Israel Jon Seligman, one of the directors of the excavation, said the wine made in the area was known as “Gaza” wine and exported across the region. 11/10/2021
Cult The highly skilled art of copperware production lives on in Lahij In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan Lahij, the village of artisans, lies in the Greater Caucasus mountains in Azerbaijan. For centuries, its highly skilled coppersmiths have produced exquisite and elaborate copper tableware using traditional methods passed down through the generations. 11/10/2021
Series Travelling to Moscow? These are must-visit spots for a Autumn holiday In partnership with Discover Moscow Autumn is a great time of year to discover Moscow’s charm. The ancient city offers a wide choice of venues and cultural highlights where you can discover new trends and be inspired by tradition. 11/10/2021
Culture news Stirling's effort rewarded as UK City of Culture longlist announced The winner will be announced in spring 2022 and will follow Coventry’s tenure as UK City of Culture 2021 to take the lead on culture in the UK in 2025. 11/10/2021
Experiences In pictures: The first World Expo to take place in the Middle East Expo 2020 Dubai has kicked off after the event was delayed by a year by the global pandemic. 11/10/2021
Italy Street cinema is taking off in Milan What started as a few friends wanting to watch a movie together outside during the pandemic has grown into a popular regular feature 09/10/2021
Destinations A guide to Jordan: What to see and do while you’re there These are some of the best things to do during your trip to Jordan. 07/10/2021
Series Autumn in Saint Petersburg, a time to take in the diverse urban culture In partnership with Committee for Tourism Development of Saint Petersburg Saint Petersburg knows how to surprise. It’s a city of magnificent museums with streets full of atmosphere that make you feel like you can actually touch its deep and complex history. 04/10/2021
No Comment Kosovar artist makes Merkel mosaic from seeds Kosovar artist Alkent Pozhegu is making a mosaic from seeds representing the outgoing German Chancellor Angela Merkel. 26/09/2021
Culture news Italy become Pastry kings but UK chef feels frozen out by politics The Italian team beat France, the UK, Egypt, South Korea, Japan, Russia, Switzerland, Algeria, Chile and Mexico to become the World Champions. But are the rules being properly applied? 25/09/2021
Culture news James Bond star made honorary Royal Navy officer, Commander Craig Since the series began in the 1960s, the Bond thrillers have brought welcome — though unofficial and fanciful — publicity to Britain’s military and intelligence services. Daniel Craig is the first Bond to get such an honour. 23/09/2021
Cult Uzbekistan promotes preserving its historic heritage during Culture Week In partnership with NAESMI The International Forum: 'Central Asia at the Crossroads of World Civilizations' in Uzbekistan brought together some of the world’s most renowned cultural experts. It was also part of the country's larger goal to preserve and promote the region's cultural and historical heritage. 23/09/2021
Culture news 'Andy': Gus Van Sant brings Warhol's early life to musical theatre A young Portuguese cast brings Warhol's encounters with the likes of American writer Truman Capote, actress Edie Sedgwick, art critic Clement Greenberg and musician Lou Reed to life. 23/09/2021
Culture news Villeneuve's much-hyped 'Dune' tops French box office in first week The feature film faithfully takes up the plot of Franck Herbert's book, where tribes and potentates clash, millennia after our era, for control of the spice, a mixture that prolongs life. 22/09/2021
Culture news France announces 2022 culture budget exceeds 4 billion euros "This historic progression", according French Culture Minister Roselyne Bachelot, "will bring to +15% the lasting increase in the allocation to culture since 2017, excluding public broadcasting and civil pension charges". 22/09/2021
Culture news Rome embraces cuddle culture as pandemic sparks need for human touch Hugs won't come for free anymore, as Italians start a new kind of business with "cuddle shops", places where people will never run out of hugs...unless they run out of money... 22/09/2021
Culture news Prix Goncourt: 'no conflict of interest' concerning Camille Laurens Didier Decoin says everything is above board but isn't keen on writer and judge Laurens' critical timing. 22/09/2021