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From Sanremo to Cinque Terre: Italian Riviera’s best places for a luxury coastal escape

As interest in the Italian Riviera soars, travel experts reveal the most luxurious coastal towns to visit in Liguria.

Euronews · Jun 30

Putin Accused of Adopting Nazi-Era Tactics as Russia Targets Ukraine's Religious Landmarks

Russia's recent attacks on Ukrainian religious landmarks, including the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, have drawn comparisons to Nazi Germany's WWII tactics.

International Business Times UK · Jun 29

Israel damaged heritage sites across south Lebanon, minister says

Ancient heritage sites across southern Lebanon have suffered significant damage during Israel's nearly four-month campaign against Hezbollah. From Roman ruins in Tyre to Mamluk-era markets and centuries-old villages, revered historical landmarks are being impacted. Lebanese authorities express deep concern over the systematic destruction, fearing the permanent erasure of Lebanese history,…

The Economic Times · Jun 28

Côte d’Ivoire: Discover West Africa’s beach and culture hotspot

Regarded as West Africa’s answer to the Caribbean, Côte d’Ivoire has an extraordinary coast, UNESCO-listed culture and direct flights from Europe.

Euronews · Jun 26

Pro-Russian accounts share fake proof that Ukraine is behind the burning of Kyiv cathedral

Pro-Kremlin social media users are blaming Ukraine for a strike that led to a fire at the Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv, a UNESCO World Heritage site. However, the images they say constitute “proof” were actually AI-generated.

France 24 · Jun 25

Frida Kahlo: London exhibit sheds light on troubled life of Mexican artist

In this edition, we look at Tate Modern's exhibition dedicated to Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. It displays her famous self-portraits and works by other artists who were influenced by her. Also: French World Cup fans go crazy for Panini sticker albums as newsstands experience shortages. Meanwhile, the Ghanaian music genre…

France 24 · Jun 25

Never Mind Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' — The Unexpected Design Destinations Found Hiding in Its Filming Locations Make for the Journey of a Lifetime

We've retraced the steps of the director and its crew so you don't have to, and uncovered six interior and lifestyle gems not to be missed along the way

Livingetc · Jun 25

Bid to secure Unesco status for Scotland's cone tradition

THE now world-famous Scottish tradition of placing traffic cones on statues could soon be in the running for official Unesco recognition

The National (Scotland) · Jun 25

Ubon park put forward for Unesco listing

A proposal is going ahead to nominate Ubon Ratchathani Geopark for recognition as a Unesco Global Geopark, highlighting its unique geological formations, fossil heritage and rich local culture.

Bangkok Post · Jun 23

Ancient hidden passage in China showcases the pinnacle of Chinese rock art and a rare blend of three faiths

A narrow stone corridor cut directly into a cliff face in south-western China continues to astonish visitors centuries after it was created. Hidden within the vast complex of the Dazu Rock Carvings, the passage is lined with towering figures sculpted into the living rock, creating the impression of walking through…

The Times of India · Jun 22