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April Fools’ Day: What are its origins and how do Europeans celebrate?
Culture
02.04.2024
April Fools’ Day: What are its origins and how do Europeans celebrate?
Happy April Fools’ Day — also called All Fools’ Day — which is celebrated by many countries every year on…
Scientists find evidence of microplastic contamination in ‘pristine’ archaeological remains
Green
27.03.2024
Scientists find evidence of microplastic contamination in ‘pristine’ archaeological remains
Scientists in the UK have found evidence that microplastics are contaminating archaeological soil samples. The discovery has the potential to…
Theatre of dreams: How to solve the problem of putting sci-fi on stage
Culture
27.03.2024
Theatre of dreams: How to solve the problem of putting sci-fi on stage
A new adaptation of the Philip K. Dick novella ‘The Minority Report’ is touring UK theatre, with performances in London’s…
Theatre of dreams: How to solve the problem of putting sci-fi on stage
Culture
27.03.2024
Theatre of dreams: How to solve the problem of putting sci-fi on stage
A new adaptation of the Philip K. Dick novella ‘The Minority Report’ is touring UK theatre, with performances in London’s…
Blast from the past: Hear how music sounded and spread in 17th century England
Culture
27.03.2024
Blast from the past: Hear how music sounded and spread in 17th century England
Ballads were all the rage, and we’re not talking about Stairway to Heaven. These were songs sung straight from the…
Byzantine mosaics, beaches and Dante’s final resting place: Why you should visit Ravenna this summer
Travel
14.03.2024
Byzantine mosaics, beaches and Dante’s final resting place: Why you should visit Ravenna this summer
Located in Italy’s culturally rich Emilia-Romagna region, Ravenna offers a fascinating blend of art, churches and historical landmarks. The city’s…
One for the ravers: Berlin’s techno scene added to UNESCO’s cultural heritage list
Culture
14.03.2024
One for the ravers: Berlin’s techno scene added to UNESCO’s cultural heritage list
Ravers, rejoice. Berlin’s techno scene has been added to a UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage, along with five other…
Five facts you need to know about International Women’s Day
World
10.03.2024
Five facts you need to know about International Women’s Day
Every year on 8 March, International Women’s Day is celebrated to commemorate and honour women’s accomplishments, raise awareness about gender…
Five facts you need to know about International Women’s Day
Culture
10.03.2024
Five facts you need to know about International Women’s Day
Every year on 8 March, International Women’s Day is celebrated to commemorate and honour women’s accomplishments, raise awareness about gender…
Five facts you need to know about International Women’s Day
Sport
10.03.2024
Five facts you need to know about International Women’s Day
Every year on 8 March, International Women’s Day is celebrated to commemorate and honour women’s accomplishments, raise awareness about gender…