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culture2 min read10/27/2026Museums put Monet paintings behind their baseball teams
A friendly bet between two museums will temporarily bring together two Monet paintings, with the destination decided by the World Series.
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culture2 min read10/26/2026Young viewers value YouTube, cinema and characters they recognise
A report on young Americans' viewing habits shows support for different storytelling formats, more realistic characters and friendship-focused stories.
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culture2 min read10/26/2026Wright’s only planetarium welcomes visitors again
After more than two decades out of use, a planetarium designed by Frank Lloyd Wright has reopened with restored seating and modern equipment.
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culture2 min read10/25/2026Study links The Starry Night to a July sky
A comparison of painted stars with the real sky suggests that Van Gogh may have continued working on The Starry Night in July 1889. The interpretation remains disputed.
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culture2 min read10/24/2026Peru introduces new Machu Picchu ticket system
A trial system gives online buyers 15 minutes to pay for named tickets, without changing visitor limits.
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culture2 min read10/24/2026Statue of Cyrus the Great brings a message of peace to Atlanta
A statue in Pardis Park celebrates an ancient Persian ruler remembered for religious freedom. Its organisers hope it will also help Americans connect with Iranian culture.
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culture2 min read10/23/2026Turkey’s slow towns bring local traditions into focus
With 29 members of the Cittaslow network, Turkey offers quieter destinations where travellers can discover farming, architecture and historic sites.
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culture2 min read10/23/2026Study suggests the Voynich manuscript was assembled incorrectly
Patterns in the writing and pictures suggest that the unread medieval manuscript may originally have consisted of separate folded sheets.
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culture1 min read10/22/2026Three filmmakers locate the first people captured in a photograph
After two years of research, three filmmakers identified where the first photographed people stood. A bronze plaque now celebrates the location.
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culture2 min read10/21/2026Microscope photograph of printer ink wins Nikon competition
Design student Ole Bielfeldt captured ink droplets in flight to win the 2026 Nikon Small World competition. A jumping spider and a mouse’s eye also feature among the recognised photographs.
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ai2 min read10/21/2026Britain’s growing empire relied heavily on nearby trade
A new database of historic shipping records shows that European markets remained central to British trade as its empire expanded.
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culture2 min read10/20/2026Ancient bronze offers a possible clue to the Oscar’s design
An art dealer has suggested a connection between an Egyptian figure and the Oscar statuette, based on its appearance and its former owner’s friendship with the designer.
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culture2 min read10/19/2026A childhood gift inspires a growing lemonade charity
Payton Obert’s wish to help children has grown into a charity providing toys and everyday necessities. Its lemonade stands raised $170,000 in 2026.
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culture2 min read10/19/2026Ice Age camp offers a picture of daily life in Alaska
An ancient camp contains evidence of hunting, cooking and toolmaking, as well as possible travel across the Bering Land Bridge.
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culture1 min read10/18/2026Fort discovery may support legend about Roman ruler in Wales
An ancient fortification linked to Magnus Maximus may provide evidence for a legendary camp in Wales. The Roman ruler also appears in medieval stories.
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culture2 min read10/17/2026Giant royal statues uncovered after man's discovery in Egypt
Excavations in Behbeit Al-Hagar revealed remains of two enormous statues, including a crowned head of Ramesses II.
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culture2 min read10/17/2026The history behind rugby’s haka
The All Blacks’ haka connects rugby with Māori traditions, while other Pacific teams have their own pre-match dances.
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culture2 min read10/17/2026Exploring Spain through seasonal food
Regional traditions connect Spanish food with particular places and seasons, although some specialities are enjoyed throughout the year.
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culture2 min read10/16/2026Ancient shipwreck jars reveal clues about trade and sailors' food
Clay jars recovered near Kekova island are around 4,400–4,700 years old. Researchers believe they could reveal trading connections and food-making practices on ancient ships.
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culture2 min read10/16/2026The Practical Origins of Spain’s Traditional Foods
Salted fish, sheep’s cheese, cold soups and fried bread grew from the need to store food and make good use of available ingredients.
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