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Pope Leo to visit France in September in first official papal trip in 18 years

Pope Leo XIV will travel to France for an official state visit from September 25 to 28, the Vatican has announced, and ‌will visit the Paris headquarters of Unesco, which is facing budget shortfalls after ⁠the United States withdrew from the agency last year.

Radio France Internationale

Pope to visit France in September with a stop at UNESCO

Pope Leo XIV is adding a trip to France to his busy 2026 travel schedule

The Independent UK

Why French law on returning looted artefacts is of ‘great importance’ to China

China has welcomed France's new law easing the restitution of colonial-era looted artworks – which could help it recover some of its treasures looted during the sacking of the Old Summer Palace in 1860 by British and French forces.

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61 Incredible Places That Completely Shattered Everything People Assumed About Those Countries

Camels where there should be koalas. Deserts where there should snow. The world is a weird place and we realise every day we don't understand anything. Travelers shared some of the most out-of-place photos they have taken, and every single one exists just to confuse us even more. Read the…

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In 1929, a farmer was clearing an irrigation ditch in Sichuan, and the jade he pulled from the mud revealed a forgotten Bronze Age civilization

A fortuitous accident transformed the life of a farmer in Sichuan Province in 1929 when he uncovered jade, leading to the remarkable discovery of Sanxingdui. This Bronze Age site is a treasure trove of unique artistic expressions and cultural practices that challenge the previous conceptions of early Chinese civilization.

The Economic Times

From London to Athens: Europe’s best cities for easy day trips revealed

New research has revealed the European cities that travellers most frequently use as bases for day trips, from London escapes to Stonehenge and Bath to island visits from Athens and wine tours from Florence.

Euronews

Urban Art Biennale: Rust, dust and decay revamps Germany's Völklingen ironworks

At one of Europe’s most imposing industrial relics, urban artists are transforming rust, dust and decay into a giant open-air gallery. The Urban Art Biennale has returned to Germany’s Völklingen Ironworks, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Euronews

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The ancient city of Troy was rebuilt over itself for more than 4,000 years

The landscape around Troy does not immediately suggest a single ancient city preserved in isolation. The ground rises gradually at Hisarlık, a mound shaped less by nature than by repeated human occupation. Stone walls appear beside broken foundations from entirely different eras. Sections of the Earth contain traces of settlements…

The Times of India

In 1978, a routine roadwork project in Mexico City exposed a colossal Aztec monument hidden beneath the streets for centuries

Routine work in Mexico City unearthed a massive stone carving of the goddess Coyolxauhqui. This find in 1978 proved crucial. It led to extensive excavations of the Templo Mayor, the ceremonial heart of the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan. The discovery revealed that much of this sacred district remained intact beneath the…

The Economic Times

Travelling to Bosnia and Herzegovina? Here’s what visitors need to know

Bosnia and Herzegovina’s centuries-old heritage and a growing, creative hospitality scene are helping to establish the Balkan nation as one of Europe’s emerging travel destinations.

Euronews

How should schools teach AI? 3 models to consider

Students across Canada are exposed to artificial intelligence (AI) whether through search engines, writing assistants, automated recommendation systems or social media.

The Conversation

‘It has become a symbol of hope’: the epic journey of Ukraine’s origami deer to the Venice biennale

As cities emptied on the eve of Russia’s full-scale invasion, artist Zhanna Kadyrova’s defiant concrete sculpture began its odyssey to this year’s festival

The Guardian - UK

From an alpine paradise to hidden creeks: Four of Europe’s national parks you can reach by train

Many protected natural landscapes have now introduced measures to manage car access.

Euronews

Breathtaking landscapes guaranteed: These are all the new UNESCO geoparks you can visit in Europe

From a volcanic island in the Aegean Sea to Ireland’s only fjord, these geoparks tell the history of the world long before humans entered the picture.

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Private Giza Pyramids Tour: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

The Pyramid of Giza, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the last of all the seven wonders of the ancient world, known for its unique and massive architecture.

Euronews

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Cartagena opens steps away from UNESCO-listed Walled City

The new property has two rooftop pools offering spectacular views over the historic city on Colombia’s Caribbean coast.

Euronews

These are the top destinations in Europe for a last-minute trip

Whether you’re looking for a cultural break exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites or just want to relax by the beach, here’s where you should be headed.

Euronews

Lions, mascots and robots: Macao displays its charms to captivate audiences in Madrid

The Experience Macao Roadshow has brought culture, gastronomy and entertainment to the Madrid public, with an open-air nighttime closing. The initiative is part of the region's strategy to attract European tourists and diversify its market.

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The Guardian - UK

Wildlife and humans thriving in Unesco-protected sites

While wildlife populations crash globally, research finds designated areas enable recovery of threatened species

The Independent UK

Cruising provides a £147bn global economic boost, report says

A study by the World Travel and Tourism Council has detailed the sector’s financial value

The Conversation

How ‘books for development’ campaigns reveal an unjust global order

The gutting of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in 2025 has had catastrophic consequences, including in South Sudan where amid ongoing war, an estimated 33 million people require humanitarian assistance.

The Conversation

Cairo’s City of the Dead is more than a cemetery – it’s a living neighbourhood at risk

On religious festival mornings, Egyptians gather among tombs in Cairo’s City of the Dead, a four-mile medieval necropolis at the foot of the Mokattam Hills. They’re upholding a longstanding tradition of remembrance and honouring their deceased loved ones. Though you might expect this ceremony to be marked with silence, the…

International Business Times

AI Fraud at Scale: Why Digital Asset Security Is Moving Toward Cryptographic Proof Systems

We are rapidly approaching a reality where synthetic media output actually outnumbers authentic human information. UNESCO describes this as a crisis of knowing where traditional epistemological mechanisms break down completely.

The Guardian - UK

Time-travelling in Cantabria: from the stone age to Sartre via the ‘prettiest town in Spain’

On the north coast of Spain you can see some of the world’s oldest art, explore a stunning medieval village, then watch surfers ride Atlantic swells

The Guardian - UK

‘Tranquil, natural and barely a tourist in sight’: readers’ favourite hidden gems in Spain

Your top off-the-beaten track discoveries, from gorges in Galicia to vineyards in La Rioja

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