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Iraq: Mosul's historic al-Nuri mosque and al-Hadba minaret rise again
The leaning minaret of Mosul in northern Iraq has been restored using its original brickwork, years after it was reduced to rubble under Islamic State group rule.France 24's James André was in Mosul ...
Iraq: UNESCO supports reconstruction of Mosul treasures
In 2014, the IS terrorist group took control of the Iraqi city of Mosul, systematically destroying its many cultural monuments. Some historic buildings are now opening after reconstruction.
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The world's most photogenic pink buildings, from cotton candy-coloured monuments to bold crimson churches
The enduringly popular colour has been splashed across churches, mosques, shop fronts and even homes while some cities, like ...
The Aga Khan Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, spiritual leader and friend of the late Queen, dies aged 88
Aga Khan IV, the spiritual leader, racehorse owner and friend of Queen Elizabeth II, has died aged 88. Despite spending most ...
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Attempted murder trial of Rushdie assailant to begin
The man accused of trying to kill the author Salman Rushdie, leaving him blind in one eye, goes on trial Tuesday for ...
Aga Khan dead: ‘World’s most elusive billionaire’ & spiritual leader dies aged 88 as tributes pour in for racing mogul
THE man dubbed the world’s most elusive billionaire, Aga Khan IV, has died aged 88. Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, known best as a ...
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UNESCO Restores Mosul Heritage Sites Damaged by Islamic State
The Great Mosque of Al‑Nouri, Al-Tahera Church, and Al-Saa'a Convent were restored through UNESCO's $115 million Revive the ...
Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini appointed new Aga Khan
Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini has been named the new Aga Khan, spiritual leader of millions of Shia Ismaili Muslims around the ...
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Five facts about Kosovo: three flags, pop royalty and love of US
Kosovo, one of Europe's poorest countries beset with rocky relations with its larger neighbour Serbia, holds parliamentary ...
Foreign tourists shun India, too expensive and too polluted
According to official figures, only 9.52 million tourists visited the country in 2023. New Delhi is focusing on religious ...
Ranked: Spain’s best bucket-list attractions
From stunning art museums to breathtaking religious buildings, here are the things you need to see and do in Spain before you ...
Sporting KC adds firepower — including new designated player — in reported $5 million deal
While Sporting did not disclose the transfer fee, reports put it in the range of $5 million as a package deal. One source ...