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Gaudí's legacy celebrated by papal visit a century after his humble death - Reuters
Gaudí's legacy celebrated by papal visit a century after his humble death Reuters
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Asia’s longest tunnel project at Zojila set to achieve breakthrough on Tuesday - ThePrint
Asia’s longest tunnel project at Zojila set to achieve breakthrough on Tuesday ThePrint
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England’s Famous Naked Giant Is Getting a 17-Ton Chalk Makeover To Prevent Him From Fading
Changing weather patterns are forcing an early restoration of England’s medieval chalk giant.
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Mexico City attempts record-breaking wave
As part of the countdown to the World Cup, Mexico City is attempting to surpass the world record for largest wave.
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'No dead ends': What the Dutch can teach us about tackling youth unemployment
The Netherlands has one of the world's lowest rates of 16 to 24-year-olds not in education, employment or training.
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Mexicans chase a world record wave - but is the trend even Mexican?
Thousands lined the streets in Mexico City on Saturday as they attempted to set the world record for largest human wave.
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‘Liberation’ wins best play Tony, adding to Pulitzer-winning run - Reuters
‘Liberation’ wins best play Tony, adding to Pulitzer-winning run Reuters
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Nigeria's military rescues 360 hostages in Borno state - Reuters
Nigeria's military rescues 360 hostages in Borno state Reuters
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In Brazil's Cerrado region, Indigenous fire practices reshape wildfire strategy
Fire began crackling like approaching rain on a recent morning in the Xerente Indigenous Territory in Tocantins in northern Brazil. But the Indigenous residents weren't afraid and didn't rush to put i…
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1 million people flood Madrid streets to see the pope's flower-carpeted procession
The crowd cheered and shouted "This is the youth of the pope!" as Pope Leo arrived for Mass at a central Madrid plaza. It's the first papal visit to Spain in 15 years.(Image credit: Manu Fernandez)
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World's longest high-altitude bi-directional Zojila tunnel nears breakthrough in J&K - ANI News
World's longest high-altitude bi-directional Zojila tunnel nears breakthrough in J&K ANI News
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Zojila Tunnel achieves final breakthrough, bringing all-weather Kashmir-Ladakh connectivity Closer - Daily Excelsior
Zojila Tunnel achieves final breakthrough, bringing all-weather Kashmir-Ladakh connectivity Closer Daily Excelsior
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In Ohio, the Sikh community passes traditions to the next generation
Photographer Akash Pamarthy has documented the Sikh religious community in Ohio over several years. His photos tell a story.(Image credit: Akash Pamarthy)
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Singer Fally Ipupa's pride at being given major DR Congo honour
He follows the late great Papa Wemba in becoming a knight of the National Order of the Leopard.
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Henry Moore works to be unveiled at botanic garden
The botanic garden says the pieces aim to encourage visitors to reflect on nature and humanity.
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China's highest bridge brings tourists and internet access to remote communities
A link to the highway that cuts travel times from hours to just minutes, and a symbol of a flow of investment that has provided unprecedented access to high-speed internet in this remote region.(Image…
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'Nothing left to chance' for Bayeux Tapestry's journey to London
The 950-year-old work will be as safe "as a baby" during its move to London, French officials say.
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'It looks black' - Americans react to Reflecting Pool's completed paint job
After weeks of renovation, water has begun refilling the historic pool, which has been coated in a colour named "American flag blue".
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Italians bemused by Milan bull mosaic restoration
Italians wondered what had happened to the animal's "lucky-charm" testicles.
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Marilyn Monroe 'lookalikes' gather to celebrate her 100th birthday
Fans set a new world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to celebrate what would have been the legendary actress’ centenary.
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