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Take a look at this spectacular chocolate bust of King Charles III

In preparation for King Charles' coronation, a life-sized bust of him has been made from 17 liters of melted chocolate, using about 2,875 Celebrations chocolates.

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Comedian Harry Hill takes aim at Tony Blair in controversial new show

"TONY!", a new rock opera that takes a satirical look at the life of former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, has premiered at the Leicester Square Theatre in London.

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French courtroom auctions off drug dealers' luxury goods

Think you've seen it all at auctions? Well, a French courtroom has auctioned off drug dealers' designer goods. Among the items up for grabs were Gucci sneakers, Dior silk pyjamas, Rolex watches, and a flashy white Lamborghini.

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Archaeologists unearth pre-Incan mummy with skin and hair in Peru

The mummy, which is believed to be between 800 and 1,200 years old, was found in an ancient mud urban centre called Cajamarquilla, located on the outskirts of Lima.

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Exhibition celebrates Portugal's democratic transition through objects

The exhibition, as part of the municipality of Lisbon's celebrations of 25 April, aims to capture the essence of freedom that emerged after decades of censorship and repression.

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Rare footage shows aftermath of Jeremy Renner's snow plow accident

Bodycam footage released by US police shows the aftermath of actor Jeremy Renner's snow plow accident in January.

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Which are the most loved European countries according to Eurovision?

Thanks to a recent study published by Startle, the total number of points awarded to each nation in Eurovision finals, dating back to the first contest in 1956, has been tallied. Wondering which country has won the hearts of millions of viewers across Europe?

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London exhibition showcases female Eastern European surrealist art

This unprecedented showcase features the works of outstanding Surrealists from Poland, the former Czechoslovakia, and the former Yugoslavia, tracing the development of the movement from the 1930s to its present-day revival.

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Malala Yousafzai's new book promises to be her "most personal" yet

The new memoir, described as a "breathtaking story of recovery and search for identity," will delve into her coming-of-age in the public spotlight and her life today.

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Everything you need to know about Dungeons & Dragons

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), the tabletop role-playing game, has experienced a resurgence in recent years. In this article, we explore everything there is to know about D&D and how it's made a comeback.

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Warsaw museum displays rare artefacts from World War II Jewish ghetto

An exhibition at the Kordegarda gallery, presenting artefacts found during excavations in the Warsaw ghetto, comes just in time for the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.

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Take a look at the winners of the Sony World Photography Awards 2023

We've curated a photo gallery of the winners of the Sony World Photography Awards 2023. From breathaking aerial shots of frozen Polish lakes to adorable black bear cubs in North Carolina, get ready to be transported to a world of beauty and wonder.

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Former LA auctioneer to plead guilty in Basquiat art forgery scheme

A former Los Angeles auctioneer has agreed to plead guilty in a cross-country art fraud scheme where he created fake artwork and falsely attributed the paintings to artist Jean-Michel Basquiat.

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Danish Orchestra seeks doggy talent for Mozart's 'Hunting Symphony'

Woof woof! The Danish Entertainment Orchestra is trying to sniff out two top dogs to join its ranks for a performance of Mozart's Hunting Symphony at the Haydn Festival in September.

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The purr-fect crime: Police detain woman smuggling drugs and a kitten

After detaining a "mother" whose "child" aroused suspicion in the Russian city of Nizhny Tagil, police instead discovered a kitten dressed in baby clothes and a diaper, stuffed away with five packs of powdered methylephedrine, a prohibited stimulant.

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UK designer creates magnificent crown made from Scrabble tiles

Fit for a king: UK designer creates magnificent crown made from Scrabble tiles

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Iconic Parisian underpass renamed in honour of Jean-Paul Belmondo

Under the Bir-Hakeim bridge, the underpass famous for its view of the Eiffel Tower, has been renamed "Promenade Jean-Paul Belmondo" in tribute to the late actor who died in 2021.

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Former J-pop teen idol alleges sex abuse by Japanese music mogul

Former member of Johnny's Jr. backup boys' group, Kauan Okamoto, has accused late entertainment mogul Johnny Kitagawa of sexually assaulting him multiple times between 2012 and 2016, while staying at Kitagawa's luxury house.

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Jon Burgerman on his latest 'Sim City' exhibition and AI art

We sat down with the celebrated UK-born artist Jon Burgerman, who has recently launched his newest exhibition, 'Sim City', at the OMNI gallery in London.

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Here's what you need to know about "Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies"

Get ready to travel back in time to the roots of one of the most beloved musicals of all time! The iconic world of "Grease" is back with a fresh, new 10-episode series: "Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies."

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