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Syria

In pictures: Celebrations in Damascus as al-Assad regime falls

Rebel fighters seized Damascus on Sunday, sparking celebrations as crowds chanted anti-al-Assad slogans.

Culture news

Nova Gorica 2025: Introducing the first cross-border city of culture

Two cities in one, both in different countries, both with different languages. Will next year's European City of Culture accolade bring them closer?

Food and Drink

The Blood of Volcanoes: Wine and Beer in France's Auvergne region

A land of volcanoes sits on a tectonic rift that could have cleaved France in half millennia ago. But does the conviviality of wine and beer help to foster cohesion?

Green News

‘Repay the debt’: Activists focus on Gaza and reparations at COP29

Activists say there can be no more delay in providing the “trillions, not billions” in climate finance for vulnerable communities.

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Climate

COP29: The state of the climate in eight charts

World leaders gather in Baku to discuss the climate crisis, and funding. We break down figures on climate change in eight key graphs.

Art

Phillip Toledano uses AI to reimagine Robert Capa's lost D-Day photos

In his latest project, Phillip Toledano uses AI to reimagine Robert Capa's lost D-Day images, challenging our understanding of truth and memory in an age where reality can be reshaped.

USA

In pictures: schools, gyms, and city halls - Americans turn up to vote

Here are some of the best pictures from election day so far.

Green News

How is Ukraine keeping the lights on this winter?

The war-weary country is rebuilding power plants and looking to renewables as Russian energy attacks intensify.

Food and Drink

'Old school fine dining is over': Top TV chef says comfort is key

Louise Bouratt is fusing her two nationalities as one of the Lisbon dining scene's rising stars. But she doesn't think stars are where it's at.

Lifestyle

The fascinating history behind European pet cemeteries

A new book by author and photographer Paul Koudounaris explores the endearing and enigmatic ways we memorialise our lost animals.

Europe News

In pictures: Devastating flash floods hit Spain's Valencia region

At least 51 people have been reported dead after flash floods swept through villages in Spain, derailing a train near Malaga.

USA

Trump vs Harris: Who's leading in the US presidential election polls?

Discover who's gaining and who's losing ground in the latest US presidential election opinion polls.

Culture Series

In pictures: Late UK photographer Paul Lowe's historical shots

With the news of Paul Lowe's sudden passing, we look back at some of the most important shots of his career.

Lifestyle

In Pictures: Famous Victoria’s Secret show returns after six years

Tyra Banks, Kate Moss and her daughter Lia, Gigi and Bella Hadid, and Carla Bruni all took part in the Victoria's Secret show, making a comeback with a promise to celebrate "all women".

Food and Drink

How the resurrection of Carcavelos is saving a lost culture

One of the four traditional types of fortified wine was nearly killed off by 20th Century urban development. Meet the man bringing it back from the dead.

Culture Series

Stefano De Luigi on capturing Italy’s media manipulation era

Through his project "TELEVISIVA", Stefano De Luigi aims to expose the cultural decline and media manipulation that defined Italy during Silvio Berlusconi's political rise.

USA

In pictures: Hurricane Milton batters southeastern United States

Hurricane Milton hit central Florida, causing power outages, home destruction and tornadoes. Now Category 1, it still poses strong winds and flash flood risks.

Nature

Tadpoles beat post-coital lions to win wildlife photo of the year

Now in its 60th year, the Natural History Museum's competition is shining a spotlight on species that are often overlooked.

Lifestyle

In pictures: Tarragona's death-defying human tower competition returns

Tarragona’s iconic biennial competition saw more than 40 teams defy gravity to build giant human towers, as part of a longstanding Catalonian tradition.

Lifestyle

In pictures: South Korean model almost becomes oldest Miss Universe

The 81-year-old model narrowly missed becoming the oldest Miss Universe, but did take home the prize for “best dresser.”