For many discerning drinkers, the walk down stone steps into a cool, dark cellar is an essential part of visiting a winery, but with one Spanish winemaker such an inspection is more likely to involve… Press Release Distribution Service
From Batman to Holy Land, comics artist sees heroes on all sides
An American comic book illustrator once feted for a portfolio including Batman and Wonder Woman covers has found a new calling in the Holy Land – drawing the everyday good and bad guys he sees on all… Press Release Distribution Service
Nine-year-old who defies labels helps teach educators about queer youth
When a third-grade teacher from Texas asked her mostly 8-year-old students what they wanted to be when they grow up, one of them wrote on the white board: “drag queen.” Press Release Distribution Service
Cairo’s ‘mother of Egyptian museums’ set for revamp
Egypt on Sunday launched a revamp of the Egyptian Museum, promising to preserve and enhance the storied site even as it loses its most famous collection. Press Release Distribution Service
Overwhelmed Belgian monks enter internet age to sell prized beer
Belgian Trappist monks who brew one of the world’s most coveted beers are turning to online sales to ensure their limited supply goes directly to beer lovers rather than to profiteers. Press Release Distribution Service
Tel Aviv runs rainbow colors at jubilant pride parade
The summer attire was colorful and rainbow flags billowed with pride in the Mediterranean breeze as revelers flooded the streets of Tel Aviv on Friday for the city’s annual lesbian, gay, bisexual and… Press Release Distribution Service
Ancient Afghan citadel collapses, cultural heritage sites at risk
An ancient tower dating back 2,000 years in the historic Afghan city of Ghazni collapsed this week, local officials said, raising concerns about the vulnerability of the country’s cultural heritage… Press Release Distribution Service
Picasso, Leger paintings seen fetching millions at London auction
Abstract paintings depicting the female form by Pablo Picasso and Fernand Leger are expected to fetch tens of millions of dollars at auction when they go under the hammer next week, according to… Press Release Distribution Service
Jamie Oliver’s Gatwick Airport restaurants saved, protecting 250 jobs
The Gatwick Airport branches of British celebrity chef Jamie Oliver’s restaurant chain were saved on Friday by food outlet operator SSP in a deal that retains all 250 jobs at the last remaining UK… Press Release Distribution Service
Lost voice of Mexican icon Frida Kahlo surfaces
Few Mexican icons have enjoyed greater recognition than the painter, Frida Kahlo. Only her voice seemed doomed to oblivion. Press Release Distribution Service
Russia uncovers 40,000 year-old wolf head, preserved in ice
About 40,000 years ago, a wolf died in what we know as Siberia. Now its severed head has been found, and because of the freezing conditions, it is so well preserved that its fur, teeth, brain and… Press Release Distribution Service
High times in ancient China revealed in funerary cannabis discovery
Marijuana chemical residue has been found in incense burners apparently used during funerary rites at a mountainous site in western China in about 500 BC, providing what may be the oldest evidence of… Press Release Distribution Service
Unlucky 13 for Miami bar that offered free shots for U.S. goals
Customers at a bar in Miami had more reason than most to celebrate as the United States women’s soccer team went on a record scoring rampage against Thailand at the World Cup on Tuesday. Press Release Distribution Service
Sotheby’s to auction ‘substantial’ lock of Beethoven’s hair
British auction house Sotheby’s plans to sell on Tuesday what it says is a “substantial” lock of Ludwig van Beethoven’s hair that the German composer himself cut off and gave to a pianist friend in… Press Release Distribution Service
Solar eclipse frenzy fuels astronomical tourism in Chile
The total solar eclipse expected in northern Chile early next month is already drawing flocks of visitors eager to glimpse a rare view of the phenomenon through the region’s clear skies. Press Release Distribution Service
Suited and booted: menswear on show at London Fashion Week Men’s
Tailored suits and leisure wear take center stage at London Fashion Week Men’s this weekend, where designers are presenting their latest offerings for spring wardrobes. Press Release Distribution Service
Latin lovers tune in: Vatican broadcasts news in language of ancient Rome
Friends, Romans and Latin lovers – lend the Vatican your ears. Vatican Radio is starting its first regular news bulletin in the language of Caesar and Cicero. Press Release Distribution Service
Prince Harry, Meghan attend military parade to honor Queen Elizabeth
Britain’s Prince Harry and his wife Meghan were among members of the royal family to attend an annual military parade in honor of Queen Elizabeth on Saturday – Meghan’s first official royal… Press Release Distribution Service
Fashion for the future: London students present sustainable designs
Clothes grown from slime mould and tupperware handbags were among the environmentally-friendly designs and ideas presented by fashion graduates at a London arts school on Friday. Press Release Distribution Service
California ladybug swarm dozens of miles wide shows up on radar
A swarm of many millions of ladybugs taking to the sky in Southern California this week to hunt for aphids has been captured on a radar screen as a massive blob, officials said on Thursday. Press Release Distribution Service
T. rex finds a dangerous meal as Smithsonian dinosaur hall reopens
A dramatic scene from the twilight of the age of dinosaurs – a T. rex feasting upon a horned plant-eater named Triceratops – will greet visitors when an ambitious new fossil hall opens on Saturday at… Press Release Distribution Service
Muslims celebrate Eid, ending Ramadan holy month
Muslims around the world celebrated the Eid-al-Fitr religious holiday on Tuesday, marking the end of Islam’s holy month of Ramadan. Press Release Distribution Service
