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A bridge too far? Street artist JR begins Paris Pont Neuf wrap project

French street artist JR has got Parisians talking about his tribute to Christo and Jeanne-Claude's pioneering oeuvre. Work has begun on his new project to wrap up Pont Neuf in Paris, the city's oldest bridge, as part of a vast, short-lived installation.

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Hundreds of ships mark Hamburg harbour’s 837th anniversary

Hamburg celebrated the 837th anniversary of its harbour with a maritime parade featuring around 250 ships, from historic sailing vessels to modern coast guard boats.

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Europe Day: 40 years of ties between Spain and the European Union

In the early hours of 1 January 1986, Spain crossed a threshold that would transform its future: joining the EEC with Portugal, a step far beyond a routine diplomatic formality.

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Pope in Pompeii one year after election: 'So many Christians offend God'

The Pontiff is on a pastoral visit to Campania, where he relaunched the call for peace that had marked the first words of his papacy. "The disarming and disarming peace" of a year ago in St Peter's Square became a prayer: "May God enlighten those who have responsibility for government".

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Who will be playing at Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday party?

An upcoming event at London’s Royal Albert Hall will celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s centenary, complete with a music line-up fitting for the momentous occasion.

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Russian strikes kill at least 21 in Ukraine on Chernobyl anniversary

Russian strikes killed at least 21 across Ukraine over the weekend and into Monday as Kyiv struck a Russian oil refinery, while Zelenskyy and IAEA warned of renewed nuclear risks at Chernobyl.

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Ukraine’s Chernobyl ‘liquidators’ return 40 years after disaster

Ukraine marked the 40th anniversary of the 1986 Chernobyl disaster in April 2026 as former clean-up workers returned to the site.

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Vespa turns 80: The Italian icon of global freedom

From a 1946 patent to global icon: A revolutionary design which became a big screen darling and more.

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New Prince single released on 10th anniversary of his death

The gorgeous piano ballad has been released on the 10th anniversary of the singer's death. It may feature on a new, "never-before-released" Prince album which will come out later this year.

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Huge crowd marks 50 years since Argentina’s 1976 coup in Buenos Aires

Tens of thousands gather in Buenos Aires to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Argentina’s 1976 military coup.

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30 years of 'Wannabe': UK’s Royal Mint honour the Spice Girls

If you really, really, really wanna own a piece of pop history, you better make it fast... The British Royal Mint is celebrating 30 years of Girl Power with an official Spice Girls coin, honouring the debut of their hit single ‘Wannabe’.

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Games people play: Pokemon celebrates 30 years of world domination

From playing cards, cartoons, films, television and many more iterations, Pokémon has soared since its first appearance in Japan 30 years ago and become a global cultural phenomenon.

27 February 2026

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Zelensky and EU leaders honour war dead as Ukraine marks four years

Ukraine marks four years since Russia’s invasion with a Kyiv memorial as Zelensky and EU leaders honour the dead and vow to keep resisting.

24 February 2026

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Kyiv region mourns four years of invasion as battles rage in the east

Residents in Irpin and Bucha light candles for victims four years after Russia’s invasion, while Zelensky says Moscow has not broken Ukraine and vows a fair peace.

24 February 2026

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How do Europeans feel about Russia's war in Ukraine four years on?

Four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, European leaders remain steadfast in support — but does the public feel the same?

24 February 2026

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Von der Leyen in Kyiv as Ukraine marks four years of Russia’s war

Ukraine marks four years since Russia’s invasion as Ursula von der Leyen visits Kyiv, vowing sustained EU financial and military support.

24 February 2026

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Sex Pistols announce 'Anarchy in the UK' tour for 50 years of punk

Punk royalty Sex Pistols have announced a UK and Ireland tour in December, as 2026 marks five decades since the release of their seminal track ‘Anarchy in the UK’.

23 February 2026

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Centenary celebrations for legendary Hungarian composer György Kurtág

György Kurtág, one of the most important artist of contemporary classical music is being celebrated all around the world to mark his 100th birthday.

20 February 2026

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How Spain and Portugal have changed in 40 years in the European Union

Spain and Portugal celebrate four decades since joining the European Economic Community on Thursday. But what has changed in the two countries since then?

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Turkmenistan Marks 30 Years of Permanent Neutrality — A Milestone in Peace and Connectivity

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When the United Nations General Assembly unanimously recognised Turkmenistan’s status of permanent neutrality in December 1995, few could have predicted quite how central this principle would become to the country’s identity.

24 December 2025