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Silk Road Adventures
Exploring museums and cultural heritage
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
From royal palaces and Silk Road artefacts to avant-garde art and interactive science exhibitions, Uzbekistan’s museums offer visitors a journey through centuries of history and cultural exchange.
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White House sparks fresh row over Christopher Columbus statue replica
Donald Trump has ordered a statue of Christopher Columbus to be installed in the White House, a replica of a monument toppled during protests over the killing of George Floyd, reopening the debate in the US over historical memory and the best way to mark the nation's 250th independence anniversary.
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The Dijon five: 'Remarkable' Gallic burial site found at French school
French archaeologists have discovered five new Gallic 'seated' burials at an excavation site in Dijon town centre. While barely 75 skeletons in this position have been found anywhere in the world, the latest discovery brings to 20 the number found in the city famed for its mustard.
Silk Road Adventures
Where heritage meets contemporary craft and new creative voices
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Traditional craftsmanship continues to evolve through artisan studios, intimate house museums and revitalised cultural spaces, where heritage techniques intersect with modern design and inspire a new generation of makers.
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WWII photo archive reveals Nazi execution of 200 prisoners in Athens
The Greek Culture Ministry purchased the archive after a private collector attempted to sell the material online. Athens has now announced plans to digitise the photographs and study them as part of the historical record of the Nazi occupation.
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Urban planning strategy outlines future development of a capital
In partnership with World Urban Forum
Urban planners and experts explain how Baku’s Master Plan 2040 aims to reshape the capital through polycentric development, green corridors and vibrant community spaces, balancing sustainability, economic growth and the preservation of the city’s rich cultural heritage.
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The Madrid Codices: Leonardo da Vinci's little known treasure in Spain
On 13 February 1967, the Spanish National Library announced the discovery of the Madrid I and II codices, two manuscripts by Leonardo da Vinci that had remained poorly catalogued for more than a century. But they are being digitised to make them accessible to the public.
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Bioarchaeologists bring 'vampire' back to life after 400 years
After 400 years, the face of a so-called “vampire” has been reconstructed by bioarchaeologists. It follows the discovery in 2023 of a man buried face down in Croatia; a Slavic folklore practice meant to prevent the dead from returning as mythical blood-thirsty demons.
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Have archaeologists found a bone from Hannibal's war elephant?
Hannibal led the Second Punic War against Rome and became famous for his crossing of the Alps and the 16-year campaign which brought the ancient empire to the brink of collapse. Now, archaeologists say they've found a bone that could be from Hannibal's war elephant.