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Lost in Haiti: Search for site of first Spanish settlement in Americas
On Christmas Eve 1492, the Santa María ran aground off Haiti. Christopher Columbus used its timbers to build Fort Navidad, where 39 men died. More than five centuries later, archaeologists have yet to pinpoint the site.
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Unamuno and H. G. Wells went to the cinema together: unpublished letter confirms it 90 years on
Written in 1936 and found in the archive of Salamanca’s Casa-Museo Unamuno, the document confirms the Spanish writer dined with the author of 'The War of the Worlds' before going to the cinema together in London.
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Pompeii brings gladiators and 1st-century Roman traditions to life for European Heritage Days
As part of a major cultural event backed by the Council of Europe and the European Commission, on 26–27 September 2026 Pompeii Archaeological Park will offer historical re-enactments and educational activities.
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'Shipwrecked': Greek PM wants urgent talks on Parthenon Marbles return
Talks on the future of the Parthenon Marbles appear to have reached an impasse according to new reports, as Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis renews diplomatic efforts for all sides to resume stalled negotiations.
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'Back to the city': Italy unveils biggest frescoe from ancient Rome
Trajan’s Baths in Oppian Hill will host a new museum where visitors to Rome can admire the Great Mosaic and the Painted City, two massive ancient artworks buried near the Colosseum that are estimated to date from the 1st century.
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Bayeux Tapestry: Macron to open London exhibition
"A particularly significant moment, initiated by the President of the Republic to strengthen Franco-British relations", according to the Elysée. The French president thus intends to "highlight" the "exceptional loan" he personally approved in 2025.
