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🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

The 'Secret House' of Kings and Emperors Where Every Major Concern Vanished After Sitting for 10 Minutes!

The article discusses the concept of a 'Kop Bhavan' from royal palaces, a space for mental detox and relaxation, emphasizing its significance in Vastu Shastra especially facing the WNW direction.

Mar 14 • 10:48 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

Several World Heritage Sites Damaged in the War in Iran

Several UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Iran, including historic palaces and mosques, have been damaged due to the ongoing conflict, according to reports by international media and UNESCO.

Mar 12 • 13:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Dismay as ancient heritage sites across Iran damaged in US-Israel bombing

The governor of Isfahan condemns US and Israeli bombing for damaging Iran's cultural heritage sites, including significant damage to Golestan and Chehel Sotoon palaces.

Mar 12 • 10:06 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Parliament Member A. Gedvilas' Inheritance: A Million in Cash, Money from 'Jozita' and Concealed Palaces

The article investigates the financial dealings and potential corruption linked to Lithuanian Parliament member A. Gedvilas, revealing large cash amounts, connections to a company called 'Jozita', and suspicious financial operations.

Mar 9 • 18:35 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Member of Parliament Gedvilas Kraitis: A Million in Cash, Money from 'Jozita' and Hidden Palaces

The article investigates Gedvilas Kraitis, a member of the Lithuanian Parliament, revealing questionable financial ties to the 'Jozita' gas station and substantial unexplained wealth.

Mar 9 • 17:09 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Memory Palaces: From Method to Emotion, an Infallible Journey to Put into Words What Matters

The article reflects on the intricate connections between memory, emotion, and the physical spaces around us, emphasizing how personal experiences shape our understanding of communication.

Mar 8 • 19:48 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Iran: The Story of the Shah's Palaces – From Golestan to Niavaran

The article discusses the historical significance of Iran's palaces, focusing on the impact of recent military actions on their preservation.

Mar 6 • 03:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Why do formerly poor boys build palaces where no one lives? The book Turbo-Countryside has been published

Radan Haluzík's new book 'Turbo-Countryside' explores the phenomenon of oversized, often empty houses rising in the rural Balkans, reflecting the complex issues of migration and societal change.

Mar 4 • 05:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

US Attacks Iran: See How Khamenei's Palaces Were Destroyed in Tehran

The article reports on a recent attack by the US targeting location in Iran associated with Ayatollah Khamenei and highlights significant damage to his residence, raising concerns about the potential impact on Iranian leadership.

Feb 28 • 18:07 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The trend of Royal Weddings in Rajasthan has become a status symbol!

Rajasthan's destination weddings have emerged as a new status symbol, particularly in heritage palaces of cities like Udaipur, Jaipur, and Jodhpur, attracting celebrities and business tycoons.

Feb 25 • 07:26 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

A Journey into the Heart of Egyptian Cuisine between the "Béchamel" of Palaces and the "Raqaq" of Ancestors and the Victories of "Um Ali"

This article explores the rich history and cultural significance of traditional Egyptian dishes, highlighting the stories behind iconic meals such as Béchamel pasta, Raqaq, and Um Ali.

Feb 19 • 10:11 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

A Spanish hacker found a flaw to sleep in palaces... for one cent euro a night

A Spanish hacker exploited a flaw in online payment systems to stay in luxury hotels for only one cent instead of 1000 euros per night.

Feb 18 • 15:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Ruling Finalized: Smoking Weed is Allowed in the English Garden

A ruling by the Bavarian Administrative Court has lifted the ban on cannabis consumption in parks managed by the palaces administration, including Munich's English Garden.

Feb 11 • 10:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I found the perfect winter sun weekend city break that’s 21℃ in February

This article highlights Marrakech as an ideal winter sun getaway, known for its rich culture, historic palaces, vibrant gardens, and bustling markets.

Feb 7 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The houses, parks, and historic palaces that bring the universe of 'Bridgerton' to life: the locations of the Netflix series

Since its debut in 2020, 'Bridgerton' has become a flagship series for Netflix, confirmed by the release of its fourth season, which focuses on the characters Sophie and Benedict and their experiences in various historical settings.

Feb 3 • 18:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

An exhibition of Van Dyck as an excuse to visit Genoa, the Italian city sometimes overshadowed

A major retrospective of the Flemish painter Van Dyck, known for his portraits of 17th-century Genoese aristocracy, serves as a perfect reason to explore the often overlooked palaces and museums of the city of Genoa in Italy.

Feb 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Kazakh Palaces in London. What is happening with the Nazarbayev clan?

The article examines the fate of former Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev's relatives following his removal from power, the controversy surrounding the sale of their Sunninghill Park residence in the UK, their wealth sources and investments, the economic sectors influenced by the Nazarbayev family, and the current political situation in Kazakhstan post-2022 constitutional changes.

Jan 12 • 09:11 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Part 2: Life in Palaces

The article describes the historical journey from the Munich residence to Nymphenburg Palace, built in the 17th century to celebrate the birth of a long-awaited Bavarian heir.

Jan 8 • 10:56 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Giorgos Tellos: Light and Shine from a Greek in the Arab Palaces

Giorgos Tellos, a light designer who began his career in Germany, is now an essential figure in elite circles, collaborating with royal houses in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.

Jan 3 • 09:10 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Part 1: Living in Palaces!

The northern Mediterranean coast of Morocco serves as a retreat for the finer society, rarely attracting Western tourists due to its distance from major airports and lower surf conditions.

Jan 1 • 07:49 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

'We are the people' has become unusable due to appropriation by right-wing forces

Cultural scientist Daphne Weber explores the potency of political slogans, explaining how 'We are the people' from the Peaceful Revolution has been co-opted by nationalist forces and discussing the enduring relevance of slogans like 'Peace to the huts, war to the palaces.'

Dec 30 • 11:15 UTC

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