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Cambridge University college returns looted cockerel to Nigeria

The cockerel used to be displayed in Jesus College's dining hall, but it was removed in 2016 following the rise of the 'Black Lives Matter' movement.

People

These photos from the ‘Beard Olympics’ will really grow on you

Participants from around the world make their way to Bavaria for the 2021 World Beard and Moustache Championships.

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'Heaven Mice Belong in Heaven' sees European animators join forces

Several European producers did not believe the co-producers would be able to make the film in Stop Motion with more than 50 characters and about 30 sets.

Art

Portugal hosts its first exhibition dedicated to Tintin's creator

The exhibition reveals the many other facets of the Belgian artist by bringing together an important selection of his works.

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Lyon exhibits the art of a Spanish exile turned painter

Displayed on the walls of the Fort de Vaise at the Renaud Foundation, the exhibition has been sponsored by the Consulate of Spain in Lyon.

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David Bowie makes a return to London in memorabilia pop-up shop

The Soho store was visited by eager fans at its opening this week, five years on from the musical genius' passing.

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How Copenhagen became the world's number one city for food

Euronews speaks to the leading lights of the Copenhagen scene, and discovers that they are ALL called Rasmus!

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'Oscars of watchmaking' honours an industry still alive and ticking

From Breitling to Bulgari, Tourbillons to Tondas, the selection, whittled down by a 500-strong academy, is a symphony of cogs, wheels and mechanisms all clicking in rhythmic harmony. The eventual trophy winners, spanning 14 categories, will be selected by a jury of 30 industry experts.

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What does it take to become a city in Europe?

From population size to cultural significance, we look into the myriad of qualities needed to become a city in some of Europe's biggest countries.

Conscious Travel

11 expert tips on how to travel like a local

Leave the guidebook at home, switch off your maps and hop off the tour bus. The best way to immerse yourself in a culture is to take your cues from the locals.

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Bulgari wins Aiguille d'Or at Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève

Fourteen category-based awards were up for grabs and the gems of the watchmaking world came to Geneva to be part of the huge ceremony.

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Prize winner Carmen Mola and a long line of gender-swapping pseudonyms

In the wake of Spain's €1 million Planeta literature Award controversy, we reflect on the authors of times past that used pen names, and why they chose to.

Art

Moscow's Pushkin museum goes back to basics for bold new exhibition

It defies the setups of traditional European galleries in favour of low hanging, separated paintings, bathed in brightness.

Art

What is the UNFINISHED Festival and how can you be part of it?

The programme takes place over 8 days. Starting on Sunday October 24th, the festival is designed to accompany participants until Sunday October 31st, interweaving their routine with a carefully curated mix of on-demand content, live events, and connected experiences.

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Meet Hungary's 'last' Roma fortuneteller

Fortuneteller Zoltan Sztojka is working to preserve his culture's traditions that are slowly vanishing in the Central European count.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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.