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Restoration rejuvenates iconic Gaudi house in Barcelona
Restoration rejuvenates iconic Gaudi house in Barcelona

Barcelona's UNESCO-listed Casa Batllo, a modernist architectural masterpiece by Sagrada Familia designer Antoni Gaudi, unveiled a multimillion-euro restoration Thursday that brings its rear facade and courtyard back to life.

June 19, 2025

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France softens restrictions for Telegram founder Durov
France softens restrictions for Telegram founder Durov

Telegram founder Pavel Durov's judicial control has been relaxed, with the Russian-born entrepreneur now allowed to live in Dubai for a maximum of two weeks at a time.

June 19, 2025

Trump 'Golden Dome' plan tricky and expensive: experts
Trump 'Golden Dome' plan tricky and expensive: experts

President Donald Trump's proposed "Golden Dome" defence system is a plan that will face mammoth technical and financial hurdles, and could increase global insecurity, experts say.

June 19, 2025

French state leads capital increase for satellite operator Eutelsat
French state leads capital increase for satellite operator Eutelsat

The French state will become the biggest investor in European satellite operator and Starlink competitor Eutelsat, leading a capital increase alongside private shareholders, the company said Thursday.

June 19, 2025

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Indonesia leader touts growing Russia ties after talks with Putin
Indonesia leader touts growing Russia ties after talks with Putin

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto met Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Thursday and hailed growing ties with Moscow in a burgeoning relationship that has caused concern among some of Jakarta's Western allies.

June 19, 2025

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How did life survive 'Snowball Earth'? In ponds, study suggests
How did life survive 'Snowball Earth'? In ponds, study suggests

Earth has not always been so hospitable to live. During several ice ages, the planet's surface was almost completely frozen over, creating what has been dubbed "Snowball Earth".

June 19, 2025