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‘Arc de Trump’? The 20 most over-the-top buildings ever constructed
The US president’s proposed monument would join a long and rapidly growing list of structures we could probably do without.
- Chris Moss
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There’s a rude awakening (and no dining) on board this sleeper train
A ride on the comfortable Sofia-Istanbul Express includes a dramatic border crossing in the middle of the night.
- Tim Richards
Nine must-do highlights of Sofia, Bulgaria
This little-visited European capital has streets paved in gold and a fascinating Communist past.
- Belinda Jackson
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- Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Israel pounds Lebanon, disrupting Hezbollah leader’s major speech
The barrage followed two days of attacks blamed on Mossad that blew up Hezbollah radios and pagers, killing 37 people and wounding about 3000.
- Kareem Chehayeb
World of photos, August 10, 2024
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors.
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- Romance & reality
Lovers separated by Iron Curtain for 22 years ‘married by Anthony Albanese’
The romance started in 1975 at Sydney University. After being torn apart by international politics, they reunited decades later – with the help of a future prime minister.
- Tim Barlass
Europe’s ‘unhappiest’ country should be on your must-visit list
Whether you’re looking for golden beaches, cities buzzing with creativity or snow-capped mountains, this underrated country has it all.
- Elise Morton
Amazing and crowd-free: 12 of the world’s most underrated countries
Look beyond the usual destinations and you’ll find outstanding countries that offer something different, and may well be bargain-priced and uncrowded too.
- Brian Johnston