Australians expressed their anger after discovering that neither King Charles or any member of the British royal family will be included in the redesigned version of Australia’s $5 banknote. The following edition of the note, which had included the late Queen Elizabeth II Since 1992, it will highlight a theme celebrating Indigenous Australians. The Reserve...
India’s former royalty is now welcoming visitors into their palaces and leveraging their clout to draw tourists and showcase the legacy of their historic realms. Lean young men dressed in dhotis and carrying shields and swords stamp their feet rhythmically as they march to the drumbeats through the gardens surrounding the Belgadia Palace. The Mayurbhanj...
Teaching Irish is no problem for Clíodhna Ní Chorráin, a fluent speaker who has passed on a cúpla focal (a few words) to students from around the world. But performing live on television for Canada’s national broadcaster just before St Patrick’s Day? That felt like a “pinch me” moment for the County Armagh woman. “Teaching...
Last week, two European politicians, adorned in red and white attire as a symbolic gesture, conveyed a message via social media to Canada saying, “you have our support.” Supporting as well was King Charles, who symbolically planted a red maple tree at Buckingham Palace and displayed his Canadian medals when visiting a prominent naval warship....
Serving as the birthplace of ancient civilizations and a region marked by stark differences, Karnataka is renowned for its remarkably rich architectural and natural legacy. Whether you explore the temples of Hampi or traverse the woodlands of Bandipur, every location unveils another facet of this southern Indian state. Hampi, a regal metropolis where time seems...
It’s not every year you get to get celebrate a major milestone in cinema history. 2025 is one of those years. 130 years ago, Louis and Auguste Lumière invented cinema. – who we met, rather fittingly, on the Rue du Premier Film. thus became the first Lumière film and the Hangar became the first set...
The town of Florești, near Cluj-Napoca, kicked off the construction of the “Historical Gallery of Transylvania” Museum Complex, the first museum built from scratch in Romania in the last 100 years. The investment amounts to RON 145.8 million (EUR 29.2 million). The museum, built on a surface of 15,583 square meters, is dedicated to all ethnic...
The cafe culture in Lisbon blends straightforward espresso joints with relaxed brunch venues that prioritize excellence. While some exclusively cater to coffee enthusiasts, others excel at serving delicious meals as well—each offering a distinctive charm. Regardless of whether they’re new establishments or long-standing favorites, all these cafes offer an exceptional experience. In Lisbon, drinking coffee...
Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( Syndigate.info ).
Magnificent arenas, imperial palaces, forgotten cities… Croatia is home to an exceptional ancient heritage, witness to a past when Rome reigned on the shores of the Adriatic. Throughout the country, imposing remains still stand, defying time and recounting centuries of history. From the splendour of the emperors to the vestiges of everyday life, here are...