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Long-lost amusement park designed by Dalí and Haring reopens in LA

Dali, Haring, Basquiat... In 1987, these famous artists all created attractions for Luna Luna, an amusement park that opened in Germany for a few weeks. More than 30 years later, the park has been reassembled in Los Angeles.

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Gaston Glock, the Austrian developer of the Glock handgun, dies at 94

Established in 1963 near Vienna, Glock's company revolutionised small arms, expanding globally with a U.S. subsidiary in 1985.

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10 must-follow foodie accounts to elevate your cooking skills

As more food enthusiasts turn to Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube for quick and visually appealing recipe videos, here are some top-tier accounts you should be following for mouth-watering tips.

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These are the most memorable celebrity fashion moments of 2023

As we bid farewell to yet another year, let's take a stroll down memory lane, revisiting some of the most iconic and memorable celebrity fashion looks from 2023.

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Mobo Awards 2024: Stormzy and Little Simz dominate nominations

Stormzy and Little Simz lead the nominations for the upcoming Mobo Awards, each up for four top awards.

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Belgian home unveils long-lost stolen Pompeii artefact after 50 years

In the quaint Belgian village of Herzele, a father and his son were taken aback when an artefact that had adorned their stairwell for half a century turned out to be a long-lost, highly valuable piece from Pompeii.

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Oprah Winfrey portrait unveiled at the Smithsonian Portrait Gallery

Oprah Winfrey commissioned portrait artist Shawn Michael Warren to paint her portrait after seeing one of his latest works he helped co-create: a life-size mural of Winfrey in Chicago's West loop.

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Roman home with "unparalleled" mosaic unearthed near Colosseum

The Italian Culture Ministry describes the more than 2,000-year-old Roman domus as a true "authentic treasure."

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Alicia Keys gives impromptu performance at London's St Pancras station

Keys was "on fire" as she performed a string of her hits on Sir Elton John's piano at St. Pancras International Station.

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Check out these "remarkable gems" from English heritage's 2023 list

Out of the 227 sites added to the English Heritage List in 2023, Historic England has curated a selection of the most extraordinary places for you to explore today.

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Andre Braugher, Emmy-winning 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' star, dies aged 61

Known for his instantly recognisable deep voice, Braugher's career spanned gritty drama and modern comedy, earning him critical acclaim and accolades, including two Emmys

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Madrid's Prado Museum reveals the hidden backside of art masterpieces

A new exhibition at Madrid's Prado museum is throwing a spotlight on the reverse side of around 100 paintings, letting visitors see labels, seals and sketches that are usually hidden from view.

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Celebrated Italian sculptor Jago unveils new artwork in Naples

Celebrated Italian sculptor Jago, nicknamed the "modern-day Michelangelo", has unveiled his new artwork based on the story of Narcissus.

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Exhibition of 'Accidentally Wes Anderson' photographs opens in London

The Accidentally Wes Anderson Exhibition in South Kensington, London, is the latest manifestation of a social media phenomenon that began six years ago when Wally Koval, a self-proclaimed "nerd" and "Anderson fan-boy," launched an Instagram account with the same name.

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From boomers to zoomers: A simple guide to each generational cohort

Whatever language you speak it seems certain words, terms or acronyms have successfully crossed linguistic borders, like LGBTi for example. You've no doubt heard of millennials, Gen Z and boomers before... but what exactly do they mean? Here's our mini-guide to being in the know.

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Macron invites Pope Francis to grand reopening of Notre Dame in 2024

During his visit, Macron revealed plans for a contest inviting artists to design six new stained-glass windows for the cathedral and also paid homage to Gen. Jean-Louis Georgelin, who previously oversaw the reconstruction and died in August.

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Pompeii archaeologists unearth disturbing bakery-prison for slaves

The finding aligns with the harrowing accounts of second-century AD writer Apuleius, whose Metamorphoses IX 11-13 describes the backbreaking labour endured by men, women, and animals in ancient mills and bakeries.

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Adele receives prestigious award at THR's Women in Entertainment gala

Adele and actor Kerry Washington were honoured at this year's star-studded Women in Entertainment gala, presented by Lifetime.

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Imhotep Museum in Saqqara reopens to the public after restoration

Considered one of the most significant archaeological museums in Egypt, the Imhotep Museum, in the Saqqara necropolis complex, reopens its doors after renovation.

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Tom Hanks takes Londoners to the moon with immersive show

A new immersive documentary produced by actor Tom Hanks retraces the Apollo missions which landed 12 people on the moon.

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