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Updated: 20/08/2024 – 16:18 GMT+2 Hundreds of people flocked to an 18th century bridge outside the city of Gjakova, Kosovo over the weekend, to watch an annual high diving competition, traditionally held every August.

Updated: 13/08/2024 – 15:41 GMT+2 In Hungary, the sport of horseback archery is experiencing a resurgence. Organisers dream it may one day become an Olympic event. …More

Pollution neutralising clothing and a dress that dissolves in water. The unique creations of British designer Helen Storey have a new home at the London College of Fashion. Euronews Culture meets the quiet genius inspiring a generation of socially conscious designers. ADVERTISEMENT Fashion designer and social artist Professor Helen Storey has a complicated relationship with the fashion industry. Despite being …

The perfume costs €99 and has been certified suitable for animal use – but some say it could make dogs lose their scents of identity. ADVERTISEMENT Fashion house Dolce & Gabbana has launched a new alcohol-free perfume for dogs called ‘Fefé’ in honour of Domenico Dolce’s poodle, but not all vets and pet owners agree it’s safe or appropriate. The …

Athletes from badminton stars to discus throwers have come to the Olympics with bold nail art – and experts suggest it’s not just a fashion statement. ADVERTISEMENT As Sha’Carri Richardson crossed the 100-metre finish line in first place, her gesture of triumph was to mime wiping sweat off her brow. As she flicked the non-existent droplets from her fingers, she …

We’re currently being treated to all the sporting goodness with the Paris Olympics. But across the pond, the UK has a spectacular range of baffling sports events, from throwing Wellington boots to chasing cheese. Maybe some deserving a future inclusion for the Olympic Games? ADVERTISEMENT With the Paris Olympics in full swing, audiences are being treated to dazzling displays of …

Updated: 06/08/2024 – 12:42 GMT+2 Dozens of dogs shredded waves in Northern California this weekend at the World Dog Surfing Championship. The event, which began in 2006, awarded prizes based on ride distance and style.

When it comes to finding your ideal significant other, what do people actually look for? A new global study breaks down the physical and character attributes… With a little help from AI. ADVERTISEMENT “The most exciting attractions are between two opposites that never meet.”  Andy Warhol may be proven right, as the people you’ll see in this article don’t actually …

Updated: 05/08/2024 – 13:26 GMT+2 Set to debut at the Trocadéro Champions Park on 5 August, Merzouki’s ‘Dance of the Games’ will showcase a blend of martial arts, circus, and live arts, in an ode to hip-hop. …More

There’s been a decrease in global usage of certain emojis. Here are the ones facing extinction, and why the ‘okay hand symbol’ may have much darker implications… ADVERTISEMENT What do the Dodo, the Pyrenean ibex and the hope that Kanye West can stop spouting hateful comments and actually make good music again?   That’s right: they’re all extinct.   But …