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Researchers suggest a potential 'selfish gene' may explain a family in the USA having twice as many male descendants as female over 200 years.

The article discusses a city in Denmark known for its extravagant baroque architecture, particularly a church that took over 200 years to complete.

A unique exhibition featuring four paintings by Jacopo Tintoretto has brought together works that have not been seen together for over two centuries.

At least 200,186 Russian soldiers have died during the four years of the invasion of Ukraine, according to sources including BBC and Mediazona.

A collection of ancient canoes, including one dating back 5,200 years, was discovered in Lake Mendota, revealing pre-Columbian maritime history in North America.

Latvia's municipal road maintenance inspections will now occur every four years instead of annually, aiming to save 200,000 euros per year.

The global trend of high-rise building construction continues, with over 100 buildings exceeding 200 meters being completed in 2025, marking the 12th consecutive year of such achievements.

Lucía Caram, an Argentine nun, has dedicated the last four years to securing nearly 200 donated ambulances for Ukraine amidst the ongoing Russian invasion.

A 2,200-year-old bone discovered near Córdoba, Spain, may provide the first direct archaeological evidence of war elephants used by Carthaginian general Hannibal.

The Governor of Tocantins, Wanderlei Barbosa, has announced a public competition for tax auditors with a total of 200 vacancies, the first in 32 years.

The Floreana giant tortoise, extinct for nearly 200 years, has been reintroduced to its native Galápagos island as part of a large-scale ecological restoration effort.

A new geological study forecasts the formation of a colossal supercontinent in 200 million years due to tectonic plate movements, potentially threatening human life.

The number of disappearances in Mexico has increased by 200% over the last decade, with families like that of Ángel Montenegro searching desperately for their loved ones.

The article discusses the second anniversary of Alexei Navalny's death, with claims from European countries questioning the official cause attributed by Russia and suggesting foul play due to toxic substances found in his remains.

Documentary photos reportedly depicting the execution of 200 Greek resistance fighters in Kaisariani have surfaced 82 years after the event, although their authenticity remains unverified.

An orthopedist in Brazil was sentenced to 10 years in prison for illegally charging patients for surgeries covered by the public health system.

Over 200 reports of labor analogous to slavery have been filed in the interior of São Paulo over two years, primarily from regions like Presidente Prudente and Sorocaba.

UK asset management group Schroders has agreed to a £9.9 billion takeover by US firm Nuveen, concluding two centuries of family ownership.

The registration process for 2,200 available daycare spots in Rio Branco begins on Monday, aimed at children aged 4 months to 5 years.

Eligible individuals in the UK can receive up to £1,200 in bonus payments from HMRC's Help to Save scheme by meeting specific criteria and saving monthly for four years.

The historic U.S. retailer Eddie Bauer is set to declare Chapter 11 bankruptcy for the third time, potentially closing around 200 stores in the U.S. and Canada.

A funeral director in Colorado, USA, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for the improper handling of nearly 200 corpses.

A Colorado funeral home director has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for storing 189 decomposing bodies and providing grieving families with fake ashes over four years.

A Colorado funeral home owner has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for stashing nearly 200 bodies and providing fake ashes to families.

Slovak dietary supplement manufacturer D-Nutrition plans to construct a larger factory in Upper Nitra to accommodate its growing production and workforce as it has seen significant revenue growth over the years.

The Samobor Carnival celebrates its 200th anniversary, showcasing a rich tradition of organized festivities that attract thousands of visitors each year.

The article discusses the famous artwork 'The Great Wave' by Katsushika Hokusai, highlighting its tension, beauty, and the enduring impact it has had over nearly 200 years.

For 200 pesos, legislators, administrative staff, and even journalists get haircuts at a salon in the Chamber of Deputies that has been operating for 30 years.

Seven years after Karl Lagerfeld's death, his €200 million estate is at the center of legal disputes and curiosity about his cat Choupette's inheritance, as previously excluded family members challenge his will.

The article shares a traditional recipe for pannekoek, a Dutch pancake from Holambra, Brazil, that symbolizes the history and culture of the immigrants who settled there nearly 200 years ago.

Bahia's Military Police has promoted Colonel Ivana Teixeira Andrade, the first woman to reach this highest rank in 200 years of its history, as announced by Governor Jerônimo Rodrigues.

Ričardas Pudževelis' sentence for corruption has been reduced from five and a half years to four years, alongside a fine of 13,200 euros, as the appellate court ruled in his case which also involved other defendants.

Samobor is set to celebrate the 200th edition of its famous Carnival this weekend with an event full of laughter, music, and creative costumes.

Seven years after the death of fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld, a legal battle has begun over his 200 million euro estate, which was willed to his assistant, godson, and two models, excluding blood relatives, raising the possibility of his nieces and nephews inheriting part of his fortune.

Pope Leo XIV sent a rosary with his official medal to Father Júlio Lancellotti, facilitated by lawyer Raphael Costa, who met with the pope during a celebration of 200 years of diplomatic relations between Brazil and the Holy See.

The premiere of a film celebrating the 200-year history of the Samobor Carnival is set to showcase the event's significance, which attracts hundreds of thousands of participants and visitors each year.

The oldest surviving railway station in the world, Liverpool Road Station in Manchester, was built in 1830 and is an integral part of the historic Liverpool and Manchester railway.

The Westminster Kennel Club dog show celebrates 150 years with thousands of dogs from various breeds competing, often resulting in a different winner than the public's choice.

The last machinery at the OKD mine will come to a stop during Saturday's night shift, marking the end of deep coal mining in the Czech Republic after more than 200 years.

Frankfurt receives a historic 381 square meters of land that includes medieval cloisters, previously thought to be part of the city cathedral since 1803.

Boualem Sansal discusses his recent release from Algerian captivity and the personal violence he experienced during imprisonment in an interview on Figaro TV.

The Comédie-Française has closed its historic Richelieu hall, which is over 200 years old, for extensive renovations costing nearly 22 million euros, expected to last until the end of July.

In 2025, foreign buyers in Greece are prioritizing apartments or detached homes over 5 years old, measuring 60 to 100 square meters in size and valued between €100,000 and €200,000, according to a survey by RE/MAX Greece.

The bicentennial celebrations of the newspaper Figaro began on Wednesday at the Grand Palais in Paris, featuring conferences, broadcasts, and an immersive exhibition until Friday.

Le Figaro celebrates its 200th anniversary on January 15, highlighting key moments in its history from a critical stance in the early 19th century to its eventual alignment with the right.

The Grand Palais opens its doors today for the bicentennial celebration of the newspaper Le Figaro, a culmination of months of hard work featuring an exhibition and public conferences.

After months of negotiation, the Catalonia government will double the tourist tax starting April 1, 2027, expecting to raise 200 million euros over the next two years.

On January 15, 1826, Le Figaro was established, marking two centuries of a publication that intertwines significant historical events with its own rich, at times tragic and humorous, narrative.

Emma Mezenga, a 92-year-old sprinter from Italy, continues to break records and train regularly, having set a world record at 200 meters for athletes over 90 years old in 2024.

The exhibition "Athens, 200+ years 200+ buildings" at the National Library of Greece highlights the significant role of architecture in shaping the urban identity of Athens over its history.