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Kymyz: the ancient horse-milk drink thriving in modern Kazakhstan
Kymyz, a fermented horse-milk drink, has been consumed for millennia across Central Asia. In Kazakhstan, it remains a symbol of nomadic heri
Greek dancer Naima Gerassopoulou wins world tango title in Buenos Aires
Naima Gerassopoulou of Greece and Lucas Gauto of Argentina won the salon category at the Tango World Championship in Buenos Aires. The duo i
London Science Museum aims for Vulcan salute world record on Star Trek Day
On 8 September, Star Trek fans will attempt the largest simultaneous Vulcan salute at London's Science Museum, aiming for a Guinness World R
GPHG 2026: Eight standout timepieces from Moscow to Geneva
The GPHG 2026 shortlist features 84 timepieces across 14 categories. Highlights include a 1.65mm Moscow-made watch, a wearable solar system,
Fall 2026 film preview: From Venice to Dune, Europe's must-see movies
Euronews Culture picks the essential films of autumn 2026, from Venice premieres to the December clash of Dune: Part Three and another block
Notting Hill Carnival marks 60 years of Caribbean culture in London
The Notting Hill Carnival returned to west London for its 60th anniversary, drawing hundreds of thousands of revellers. The event celebrated
Kiala imprint aims to put Black authors at the heart of Portuguese publishing
Kiala, a new imprint from Portuguese publisher Vírgula d’Interrogação, aims to increase the visibility of Black authors. Founder Elga Fontes
Murdoku and the rise of adult puzzle books in Spain
Adult activity books are booming in Spain, with Murdoku selling over 140,000 copies. The trend blends puzzles, pop culture, and crime-solvin
Jury convicts Keffe D in 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur
Duane 'Keffe D' Davis was convicted of first-degree murder for orchestrating the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur. The jury deliberated for less
Naomi Watts to be honoured with Donostia Award at San Sebastián 2026
Naomi Watts will receive the Donostia Award at the 2026 San Sebastián International Film Festival. The English actress joins director Werner
Galliano retrospective at Met scrapped after renewed backlash
The Metropolitan Museum of Art has dropped a planned John Galliano retrospective following criticism over his past racist and antisemitic ou
Notting Hill Carnival at 60: veterans pick ten defining tracks
London's Notting Hill Carnival marks 60 years as Europe's biggest street festival. Ten veterans pick the tracks that define its sound and sp