A new exhibition at Pompeii Archaeological Park brings to light the lives of women in the ancient Roman city – from priestesses and businesswomen to slaves and sex workers.
Category: 3. Europe
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From priestesses to prostitutes: New exhibition uncovers the lives of women in Pompeii
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Cracow, Queensland: A hidden gem in the Australian Outback with a storied past
The Outback is a land of emptiness. This semi-arid area in the heart of Australia comprises more than 70% of the country’s territory, but is home to just 5% of its population. For those who have chosen to live in these harsh conditions, local pubs have kept its community spirit alive.
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Russian attacks on Europe included bid to sway EU election, Dutch spies warn – POLITICO
“There are turbulent developments in international politics and in the alliance field … The speed with which this is happening and the potential effect on our security is unprecedented,” he added.
The MIVD revealed several recent…
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Europe’s richest man Bernard Arnault slammed the EU for failing U.S. negotiations—but von der Leyen says countries are ‘lining up to work with us’
Bernard Arnault, Europe’s richest man and the CEO of luxury empire LVMH, is furious with how the European Union managed its trade ties with the U.S.
He made that sufficiently clear at LVMH’s annual shareholder meeting late last week,…
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Easter under siege — Gaza starvation and Europe’s moral reckoning
Even in the valley of death, the human spirit strains toward light. This Easter, in the land where resurrection was first proclaimed, there were no lilies, no hymns, no candlelit vigils — only the stubborn pulse of survival under siege.
In Gaza,…
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Europe Is Fighting the Wrong Tech Battle — Here’s What It Should Do Instead
Europe’s tech future is at risk—from Trump, Big Tech, and its own flawed competitiveness obsession.
As part of his confrontational stance toward Europe, US President Donald Trump could end up weaponizing critical technologies. The…
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Martin Scorsese on the death of Pope Francis: 'He radiated goodness'
Director Martin Scorsese met Pope Francis several times, including for the premiere of his 2016 film ‘Silence’ and before announcing his forthcoming film about Jesus. “The loss for me runs deep – I was lucky enough to know him, and I will miss his presence and his warmth,” he said.
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India Middle East Europe Corridor can be new ‘Silk Route’ of 21st century: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India Middle East Europe Corridor (IMEEC) could be the “new Silk Route” of the 21st century that would benefit future generations. He said both India and Saudi Arabia would have a key role to play…
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