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Pope Pays Tribute to Women on International Women’s Day

In a moving statement coinciding with the celebration of International Women's Day this Friday, March 8, the Pope praised the fundamental role played by women in the world, highlighting their ability to "make the...

Reserved seats for black people at theater performances in London have sparked controversy

A London theater's decision to reserve seats for black people audiences for two of its productions of a play about slavery has drawn criticism from the British government, France Press reported on March 1st. Downing...

Religion’s In Today’s World – Mutual Understanding Or Conflict (Following the views of Fritjof Schuon and Samuel Huntington, on the mutual understanding or clash...

By Dr. Masood Ahmadi Afzadi, Dr. Razie Moafi INTRODUCTION In the modern world, the situation related to the rapid increase in the number of beliefs is considered a major problem. This fact, in symbiosis with the peculiar...

Auction for a watch melted by the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima

A watch that was melted during the August 6, 1945, atomic bombing of Hiroshima has sold for more than $31,000 at auction, the Associated Press reported. Its arrows stopped at the moment of the detonation...

Dostoyevsky and Plato removed from sale in Russia due to “LGBT propaganda”

The Russian bookstore Megamarket was sent a list of books to be removed from sale due to "LGBT propaganda". Journalist Alexander Plyushchev published a list of 257 titles on his Telegram channel, writes The...

Christmas, Easter and Halloween banned in private schools in Turkey

The Ministry of Education in Ankara has changed the rules for private schools in Turkey. It prohibits "activities that contradict national and cultural values and cannot contribute to the psychosocial development of students". The...

Rome partially restored Trajan’s Basilica with the money of a Russian oligarch

Asked about the topic, Rome's chief curator of cultural heritage, Claudio Parisi Presicce, said Usmanov's funding was agreed before Western sanctions, and Rome's ancient heritage, he says, is "universal". The imposing colonnade of Trajan's Basilica...

“Mosfilm” turns 100 years old

The studio survived both the Soviet communist era and imposed censorship, as well as the severe economic downturn that followed the collapse of the USSR in 1991. Mosfilm - the state-owned giant of Soviet and...

The Atatürk Cultural Center in Istanbul dressed in ultra-modern architecture and design

If Istanbul has a special magic, it is the magic of the eclectic layers of architecture, people, coexistence, religions and even urban poetry. While walking through the small streets, you can see at the same...

Camels, Crowns, and a Cosmic GPS… 3 wise kings

Once upon a time in a land not far from our wildest imaginations there existed an annual celebration of immense magnificence involving not just one or two but three esteemed kings. This was no...

Jingle All the Way to Europe’s Festive Feast: The Top 3 Yuletide Delicacies!

Get ready to indulge in Europe's mouthwatering holiday treats! From gingerbread houses to mulled wine, the festive season is filled with scrumptious delights. Join us as we explore the top 5 yuletide delicacies that will make your taste buds jingle with joy!

The Strauss dynasty with a new interactive museum in Vienna

"Strauss House" is not just a museum. Concerts will be held in it, and those who wish can take on the role of conductors A new interactive museum dedicated to the Strauss musical dynasty has...

The Gucci family sells their Roman villas for 15 million euros

A few days ago, the Gucci family announced for sale their two villas in Rome, which are as opulent and luxurious as the famous models of the legendary fashion house, located in the most...

What future for Christian culture in Europe?

By Martin Hoegger. What kind of Europe are we heading for? And, more specifically, where are the Churches and Church movements heading in the current climate of growing uncertainty? The shrinking of the Churches is...

Spaces of Respect, Bridge-Builder Promotes Religious Minorities Dialogue at European Parliament

Lahcen Hammouch emphasizes the importance of a respectful space for religious minorities to express their beliefs transparently within a democratic framework.

A large-scale study shows the state of the churches in North Macedonia

Last week, a study by the international organization "ICOMOS Macedonia" was presented in North Macedonia, dedicated to the state of churches and monasteries in the country. The study of 707 churches by experts is...

Honoring Tina Turner’s Birthday, A Rock Legacy

Celebrate Tina Turner, the iconic "Queen of Rock," on her 84th birthday. From her hits to her comeback album, she has left a lasting impact on rock music.

Russian Actress Killed While Performing in Occupied Donetsk

A Russian actress was killed by Ukrainian shelling while performing for the Russian military in the Moscow-occupied Donetsk region. The death of Polina Menshikh, 40, was confirmed on the 22 Nov. 2023 to the state-run TASS...

Claude Monet’s masterpiece “The Lake with the Nymphs” was sold for 74 million dollars

The painting by the French impressionist has never been exhibited publicly The painting by the French impressionist Claude Monet "The Lake with the Nymphs" (1917-1919) was sold for 74 million dollars at an auction in...

From poverty he painted fans, and today his paintings are worth millions

120 years since the death of Camille Pissarro in 2023 In a world like ours - filled with ugly scenes of wars, bad news about the climate and the future of the planet, the landscape...

Barcelona Opera has hired a coordinator for intimate scenes

Intimate Scene Co-ordinator Ita O'Brien will direct the adaptation of William Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra, which will be performed on the Gran Teatre del Liceu stage from 28 October The Barcelona Opera House has hired...

An exhibition in Marseille offers a change of perspective on history

An exhibition organized by the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations in Marseille, France, offers a new look at history, reported AFP, quoted by BTA. The aim is to introduce visitors to the point of...

Transformation Europe Lab in Kolding (Denmark)

The “Europe Transformation Lab” gathered (between 25th of October 2023 – 2nd of November 2023) 26 participants from different European Countries who agreed with the founding values of the European Union on human dignity,...

Renowned actress Meryl Streep wins Princess of Asturias Arts Laureate 2023

Renowned actress Meryl Streep, winner of the prestigious 2023 Princess of Asturias Award for the Arts, recently celebrated a week-long series of events in Asturias, Spain. The award recognized Streep's significant contributions to the...

A Call to Service, A Pledge to Hope: Princess Leonor’s Inspiring Speech at the Princess of Asturias Awards 2023

Princess of Asturias delivered an inspiring speech at the Awards, emphasizing unity, collaboration, and service to others. #PrincessLeonor #AsturiasAwards
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