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Here’s where to escape overtourism in Europe

Even in some of the most visited countries in the world, there are still unspoiled destinations to discover.

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Italy's Via Appia enters the Unesco World Heritage List

With sixty recognised sites, Italy is the country with the highest number of UNESCO heritage sites.

Culture news

'The ick' and 'chef's kiss' added to the Cambridge Dictionary

Around 3,200 new words and terms have been added to the Cambridge Dictionary this year, including "ick" and "boop".

Europe News

Why do far-right Patriots want to lead Parliament's culture committee?

The group led by National Rally's Jordan Bardella is vying for the chairmanship of the Committee on Culture and Education. Why, and what impact could this have on EU cultural policies?

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Portuguese-Croatian production wins Vila do Conde Short Film Festival

The jury of the short film festival awarded "That's How I Love You", by Mário Macedo the grand prize of its 32nd edition.

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"Beverly Hills, 90210" actor Shannen Doherty dies of breast cancer

Doherty died on Saturday, according to a statement from her publicist, Leslie Sloane, given to People magazine. She had had breast cancer for years.

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Artists craft sand masterpieces despite rain in St. Petersburg

In challenging weather conditions, artists at St. Petersburg's sand sculpture festival showcase their skill and creativity, battling the elements to shape mountains of sand into spectacular art pieces.

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Europe’s largest poetry festival aims for diversity and representation

Germany hosts Europe’s largest poetry festival, celebrating its 25th edition in Berlin, featuring poetry from minority languages such as Catalan.

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The giant yellow pumpkin of London, Yayoi Kusama's latest masterpiece

Visitors to London's Kensington Gardens can see a six-meter tall, bright yellow pumpkin speckled with dots.

Cult

Abu Dhabi: A Culture Capital

In partnership with Saadiyat Cultural District Abu Dhabi

Saadiyat Cultural District in Abu Dhabi is set to transform the artistic and cultural landscape, both locally and globally, when it's completed in 2025.

Experiences

Are you an annoying tourist? Here’s how to find out

These are the biggest no-nos for tourists looking to blend in with the locals.

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Voices of Advocacy: Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi champions global creativity

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Saadiyat Cultural District’s latest campaign fosters dialogue, ignites critical thought, and inspires creativity

Culture news

Tourist stopped from vandalising Pompeii site

A Kazakh tourist was stopped after writing the word ALI on a wall of the House of the Ceii in the Archaeological Park of Pompeii.

Culture news

Exclusive: Miguel Gomes on winning the Cannes Best Director Prize

The Portuguese film-maker has returned from Cannes with the Best Director award under his arm. The success of "Grand Tour" could be the ticket to directing an epic film that he has been planning for several years.

Travel News

'Unique': Will archeological finding halt construction of new airport?

The airport is projected to be Greece's second biggest when it opens.

Culture news

Euroviews. What we need is a Cultural Deal for Europe

To counter inequality, populism, climate change and technological advances, the role of culture and heritage must be elevated on the political agenda and in public opinion. This is a call to action rooted in hard facts, Lars Ebert, Sneška Quaedvlieg-Mihailović and André Wilkens write.

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Cyndi Lauper makes her mark outside Hollywood's famed Chinese Theatre

The ceremony took place a day after the 70-year-old singer announced a 23-stop 'Girls Just Want To Have Fun' farewell tour.

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This centre director is promoting multiculturalism through an inclusive society

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How is the Baku International Multiculturalism Centre strengthening Azerbaijan’s efforts to preserve diversity?

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Romanian poet Ana Blandiana wins 2024 Princess of Asturias Award

In selecting her as the winner the Asturias jury highlighted Ana Blandiana's "indomitable poetry" with which she has shown an "extraordinary capacity for resistance in the face of censorship."

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Saadiyat Cultural District: One of the greatest cultural hubs set for 2025 completion

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Saadiyat Cultural District is set for completion in Abu Dhabi by 2025