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British Museum recovers 268 more missing artefacts following thefts

The news follows last year's revelation that approximately 2,000 items, including gold and semi-precious stone jewellery, had gone missing.

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4,000-year-old mystery solved: How the Giza Pyramids were built

A newly discovered river branch, concealed beneath desert sands and farmlands, is believed to have been used to transport massive stone blocks and materials to the pyramid sites.

Travel News

The once thriving Balkan holiday resort rising from the ashes of war

Could this bombed-out holiday resort overlooking the Adriatic Sea be restored to its former glory?

Lifestyle

A guide to the Cultural Olympiad and what to expect for Paris 2024

The Cultural Olympiad has a history spanning over a century. But what exactly is it, where did it originate, and how has it evolved?

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What is Europe Day and what does it represent?

The origins of the commemorative day date back to 1950, when Europe was still healing from the devastating aftermath of World War II.

Poland

Remains found at former Nazi base 'too decayed to be identified'

Members of Hitler's chief of staff made an unsuccessful attempt on his life at the Wolf's Lair on July 20, 1944.

Culture news

Greek helmet discovered in Croatia may rewrite tribal history

The Greek helmet hints at an important and powerful culture before the arrival of the Romans.

France

Eighty years on France marks milestone in women's right to vote

Suffrage for women in France was delayed amid German occupation, while elsewhere across Europe, women's voting rights unfolded at a different pace.

Culture news

What Back to Black's divided critics reveal about movie reviews

Reviews of the Amy Winehouse biopic have shown the new moralistic divide among movie critics.

World News

Banquet hall with frescoes on the Trojan War discovered in Pompeii

Mythological figures are depicted in the halls of a Roman banquet hall discovered in Pompeii. The works were unearthed in almost perfect condition.

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Archaeologists uncover 1,800-year-old marble head of Apollo in Greece

The ancient marble head is believed to have been repurposed during the medieval era, serving as an embellishment on a fountain in Philippi's town square.

Earth News

Scientists find microplastic contamination in ancient remains

What were previously thought to be pristine archaeological deposits, ripe for investigation, could be contaminated with plastics.

Culture news

Theatre of dreams: How to solve the problem of staging sci-fi

As a new stage production of 'Minority Report' tours the UK, we look at the new trend of impressive sci-fi theatre adaptations.

Culture news

Listen to how music sounded and spread in 17th century England

The sale and distribution of popular songs was completely different in the 17th century but there are still some elements which remain within today's music industry right across the continent...

Destinations

Why Italy’s Ravenna should be on your summer bucket list

From historic basilicas to Adriatic beaches, this northern Italian city offers the best of both worlds.

Culture news

Berlin's techno scene added to Germany's cultural heritage list

Berlin's unique club culture has been honoured by the German national registry, along with five other German traditions.

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Five facts you need to know about International Women’s Day

Every year on 8 March, International Women’s Day is celebrated. But what do you know about IWD? We’re here to answer five important questions…

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Spanish 'Ministry of Time' writer slams BBC over alleged plagarism

The creator of the popular Spanish series 'El Ministerio del Tiempo' talked to Euronews Culture about having his work allegedly plagiarised by the BBC and why he's more disappointed than angry about the affair and previous lawsuits.

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Tower of London's new ravenmaster takes charge of iconic flock

Legend has it that should the ravens ever depart the tower, catastrophe will befall the kingdom. To prevent this, King Charles II decreed that six ravens must always reside within the tower's walls.

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Culture Re-View: Who was Saint Valentine?

To mark this famous day in history, we've traced the origins of Saint Valentine and how his name became associated with the romantic holiday we know - and love or hate - today.