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Rijeka will be 'beacon of diversity' during Capital of Culture tenure

The mayor of Rijeka says his city will live up to its 'Port Of Diversity' billing despite the more conservative nature of Croatia during the Adriatic port city's tenure as joint European Capital of Culture. Rijeka is sharing the honour with Galway in the Irish Republic.

Ireland

Did Galway need the Capital of Culture designation?

Euronews spoke to the Arts and Culture Officer for Limerick City and County Council about its failed bid for European Capital of Culture 2020.

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Cities Galway and Rijeka prepare for a year of EU cultural events

Galway, Ireland and Rijeka, Croatia will each host a year-long programme of cultural events.

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How commemoration and controversy shaped Europe's cultural year

It was a mixed year for Europe's culture vultures. Anniversaries such as the Berlin Wall provided a timely excuse to revisit a landmark historical event. But there was no shortage of controversy, too.

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Dubai’s top tours

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From dhow cruises to desert safaris. These are the tours worth booking on your UAE holiday.

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The workers behind China's frozen festival

Workers toil on a frozen river in northeast China before dawn, using hand tools and machines to carve large bricks for an annual winter sculpture festival

Germany

Artificial intelligence is writing Beethoven's unfinished symphony

A team of German musicologist and programmers are using machine-learning software to complete the beloved composer's final tenth symphony in the run-up to his 250th birthday.

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New Kanji, new era in Japan

The organizer of the event said that "rei" reflects the desire for happiness of the Japanese and a better future in the new era, which began when Emperor Naruhito ascended the throne on May 1.

France

'Magic and dreams' as Lyon's beloved Festival of Lights kicks off

Lyon's hugely popular Fête des Lumières marking the start of the Christmas season kicks off this Thursday.

France

Step into history in a pair of Napoleon's boots

Ever wanted to be a dictator? Here's how to take the first steps, and you'll need the right footwear.

United Kingdom

'Creative genius': Satirist and director Jonathan Miller dies aged 85

Jonathan Miller, satirist and director of opera and theatre, dies aged 85

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Tokyo's artistic scene is vibrant, energetic and unconventional

In partnership with Enjoy my Japan

Discovering Tokyo's diverse artistic scene is perfect for those searching for new ideas in Japan's huge capital.

France

Quelle horreur! 'Franglais' is a threat to French, academy says

L'Academie Francaise said it is 'seriously concerned' at mixing French with English — a common phenomenon in an age of social media and global marketing.

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Innovation, tradition, pop culture: Osaka embodies the Japanese spirit

In partnership with Enjoy my Japan

In this edition of Go! Japan we're in Osaka to explore the city of animation, video game, manga and cosplay, in an unusual and unique way.

Russia

Nikita Vlasov wins top prize at the Russian Outdoor Film Festival

Vlasov was awarded €21,000 and said he will use it to produce his next film.

Spain

Watch: Fabulous flamenco as video toasts Spain's universal art form

"Flamenco doesn't make distinctions, it distinguishes us," according to a Madrid dance school.

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Arts play major role in health and well-being, WHO says in new report

Can we dance our way to better health and well-being? The answer is yes, according to a new study released this Monday by the UN's health body.

USA

Madonna is frequently hours late for concerts, a fan says. He's suing.

The singer has a "long history of arriving and starting her concerts late" and to accommodate her tardiness a show was rescheduled to start at 10:30 p.m., the suit says.

World

SIBF: Letters to a Young Muslim author Omar Saif Ghobash talks freedom to write

The 38thedition of the Sharjah International Book Fair was held from October 30th until November 9th 2019.

World

How UAE educators are looking to redefine literacy for children

Conjuring up ideas to engage children with books is what Emirati author and illustrator Maitha Al Khayat has been doing for more than ten years.