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Parisian lottery – to be buried near Jim Morrison and Oscar Wilde
Paris announced in November a lottery with a surprise win - instead of a cash prize, participants will receive the chance to be buried in one of the French capital's…
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The magnificent home of the Paris Opera celebrates 150 years of history
Paris certainly has no shortage of impressive experiences - art and architectural splendor, attracting visitors from all over the world with an affordable price and an unforgettable atmosphere. From panoramic…
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Who is Cleopatra Selene II?
Cleopatra Selene II had a turbulent life from the very beginning. She came into the world during one of the most famous and turbulent periods for Egypt and Rome -…
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Mystical Freemason Adam Mickiewicz Dies Suddenly in Constantinople
170 Years Since the Poet's Death Adam Mickiewicz was a poet and writer, translator, teacher, playwright and supporter of the Polish national liberation movement. "He is one of the most…
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Solid gold toilet goes up for auction with starting price of $10 million
Italian avant-garde artist Maurizio Cattelan's "America" toilet is fully functional and identical to the one that gained worldwide fame when it was stolen in a daring robbery from Blenheim Palace…
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Horror movies help you lose weight! How many calories do they burn
Researchers have compiled a ranking of the "most useful" films Watching a 90-minute horror movie burns an average of 150 calories. This is about the same amount that goes during…
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New rules for shops in Istanbul
In Istanbul, authorities are introducing new measures against aggressive solicitation by shops, a practice that has been repeatedly complained about by visitors. Under a decree by Governor Davut Gul, merchants…
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Visiting cemeteries – the new fashion in tourism
Everyone wants to visit iconic tourist destinations worldwide, which is great, but we are increasingly hearing about cities and resorts that suffer greatly from overtourism. But against this background, another…
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Russia revives Intervision to take on declining Eurovision
Russia has revived the Intervision song contest, which Moscow hopes will become a rival to the “declining” Eurovision, AFP reported. Performers from more than 20 countries took part and the…
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Taylor Swift premieres The Life of a Showgirl
Brussels, October 5, 2025 — Amid global anticipation, Taylor Swift released her twelfth studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, on October 3, marking what many already describe as the…