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Greece

'The Stones Speak' project brings Athens' historical gems to life

The project is giving performances of the classical works of Homer, Sophocles, Plato and more at archaeological sites across the Greek capital.

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Mycenaean tomb found in Greece

In a major archaeological discovery, one of the largest Mycenaean tombs was brought into light this summer, on a mountainside in central Greece

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Secret recipes of the forest in Azerbaijan

Kebabs and bread are on the menu in this forest retreat near Gabala.

Belgium

Ballerinas treat commuters to Swan Lake recital in Antwerp

The Shanghai Ballet performed a few scenes from Tchaikovsky's classic ballet in Central Station ahead of their upcoming run.

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Former refugee becomes world's first hijab-wearing super model

Russia

Arrest of Russian theatre director hampers ‘Nureyev’ premiere

Kirill Serebrennikov has a history of criticising Russian authorities and the Orthodox Church, and his supporters say he was framed in a fraud case as part of a government crackdown on artistic freedoms.

Eco-Innovation

Vintage style and collector cars

Plunge into the 40s, 50s and 60s at Goodwood Revival: this historic revival on a grand scale blends vintage style with collector cars.

Greece

Archaeologists unearth major Mycenaean-era tomb in Greece

Archaeologists hope a major new discovery in Greece will help to boost understanding of funeral practices during the Mycenaean period

France

France loses a cultural icon

French businessman and art patron Pierre Berge has died at the age of 86 after a long illness.

Spain

Salvador Dali: DNA test proves woman is not artist’s daughter

A Spanish woman who believed she was the daughter of Salvador Dali has lost her decade-long battle to prove she is the Spanish surrealist’s only child and heir.

Spain

Dali is not the Daddy, says DNA

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India: Hindus celebrate elephant-headed God Ganesh

Travel News

Batumi: from strategic port to bustling sea resort

Georgia's third largest city has been undergoing a massive urban transformation which has made the city a leading Black Sea resort.

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The Tar: Azerbaijan's musical heritage

Believed by some to be Azerbaijan's national instrument, the tar has been around for centuries.

Living

Fendi gives back

A sculpture donated by the fashion house Fendi was given to the city of Rome.

Cult

First exhibition in the Palestinian Museum

A brand new Museum dedicated to Palestinian art, culture and history

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How frequently do Europeans go to cinema?

The French frequent cinemas the most in Europe

Spain

Who is the urban artist who painted Trump kissing the pope?

TV Boy is an Italian urban artist based in Barcelona who has gained international recognition for his portraits of famous people, transforming them using irony and sarcasm.

France

French icon Mireille Darc dies, aged 79

The French actress had her heyday in the 60s and 70s

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Eyes to the skies for Taiwan's kite festival

A host of national and international competitors are battling for air superiority at the Taiwan Kite Festival.