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worldVenice Proposes $59 Surge-Pricing Tourist Fee to Combat Overcrowding
Mayor Simone Venturini proposes dynamic pricing for Venice's access fee, potentially reaching $59 on peak days to manage overtourism and fund the city's 100-million-euro annual maintenance.
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worldHistoric Kyiv Monastery Engulfed as Deadly Russian Strikes Kill Nine
Russian missiles struck Kyiv and Kharkiv, killing nine people and setting the 11th-century Pechersk Lavra monastery ablaze during the heaviest attack on the capital in weeks.
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worldGaza Students Take Exams in Tents as Schools Lie in Ruins
Hundreds of thousands of Gaza students face high-stakes exams in tents and damaged buildings after more than two years without in-person schooling.
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worldSenior Buddhist Monk Arrested in Sri Lanka for Alleged Child Sexual Abuse
A 71-year-old high-ranking Buddhist monk was arrested in Sri Lanka on charges of sexual abuse of an 11-year-old girl.
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worldUNESCO Sites: Earth's Last Strongholds for Biodiversity and Climate
New UNESCO report reveals designated sites protect over 60% of Earth's species and store vast carbon reserves, yet face critical threats from climate change.
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worldKarabakh's Rich Musical Traditions Face Preservation Efforts
Exploring the preservation of Karabakh's ancient mugham and ashiq musical heritages, recognized by UNESCO.
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worldUNESCO Warns of Widespread Damage to Iranian Cultural Sites Amid War
UNESCO reports damage to multiple Iranian heritage landmarks due to ongoing military strikes.
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worldUNESCO Warns of War's Threat to Middle East Heritage Sites
UNESCO urges protection for cultural landmarks amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East.