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South Korea's pavilion at Expo 2020 hosts traditional contests popularized by Netflix's "Squid Game"

South Korea's pavilion at Dubai's Expo 2020 is hosting the traditional children's games popularized by the Netflix most viewed series "Squid Game" – but without the deadly consequences

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Fans can bid on Amy Winehouse's personal items

Even the dress that Amy wore during her last ever performance will be available at Julien's Auctions in Beverly Hills, US.

Mobility

This Russian exhibit is inviting visitors to meet their ‘digital twin'

Using cameras, sensors and real-time technology, artist Maxim Zhestov has produced an installation that simulates human gestures and movement in digital space.

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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Experiences

See all of New York from the top of this 430m tall skyscraper

A glass elevator is taking guests to new heights inside this New York art installation.

Destinations

Córdoba: ‘The city of flowers’ is back in bloom after COVID break

The Spanish city of Córdoba welcomes the return of top floral designers for annual international flower competition.

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.

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Dubai Expo 2020: Countries unveil spawling pavilions

Many participating countries have built original pavilions to represent their nations at Expo 2020 in Dubai.

Art

Experience Frieze London 2021 in pictures

Take a look at scenes from Frieze London 2021, as the contemporary art fair makes its return to Regent's Park.

Art

This 3D replica of Michelangelo’s David is causing controversy

A 3D replica of Michelangelo's David has led to discussions around art and censorship, due to only the statue's face being visible to most visitors.

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Expo 2020 Dubai finally opens as the UAE turns 50

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Expo 2020 Dubai has finally opened but whilst the UAE turns 50 and the nation unveils economic initiatives, the UK struggles to cope with HGV drivers and fuel shortages.

Art

This 19th century portrait of Chopin was found at a flea market

Thrifted at a Polish flea market in the early 1990s, a peeling portrait of the virtuoso pianist has finally been restored and dated back to the 19th century.

Spain

Art and technology merge for an interactive experience of Goya

An exhibition of Goya's work aims to provide art lovers with an immersive experience which gives a deeper understanding of the artist's life

Eco-Innovation

This exhibition gives you a fish’s eye view of a plastic-filled ocean

An environmental conservation group has built this highly Instagrammable outdoor exhibition to bring attention to the ocean plastics crisis.

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190 countries spotlight attractions at Dubai Expo

190 countries spotlight attractions at Dubai Expo

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Cakes celebrate healthcare workers as bakers bounce back

The Cake and Bake Show has returned to London after last year's event was cancelled due to the pandemic. Bakers have been paying tribute to healthcare workers in their show-stopping contest cakes.

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George Floyd gold statue goes on display In NYC

George Floyd gold statue goes on display In NYC

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Madame Tussauds brings all six James Bond stars together, in wax

To mark the return of James Bond in the film "No Time to Die", Madame Tussauds has assembled the waxes of the six actors who played the character.

Living

Why has this immersive educational pop-up gone viral on social media?

The Blue Paradox, an immersive experience on the ocean plastic crisis, is only in London for a few more days after taking TikTok by storm.

Art

Art market still kicking but NFTs are canvassing high-end support

Even traditional galleries are getting lured by the siren song of companies like Danae.io and their digital sales platforms, but how much of NFT trading is just a game for the wealthy?