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In Sicily, a cinema owner refuses to show a movie about a mafia boss

In Sicily, a cinema owner refuses to show a movie about a mafia boss

The owner of the only cinema in Castelvetrano does not want to show a movie about the life of Matteo Messina Denaro. The mayor will try to convince the owner to change his mind.

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Hip-Hop Day, Ukraine's Builder's Day, and Veterinary Worker's Day. What else can be celebrated on August 11

Hip-Hop Day, Ukraine's Builder's Day, and Veterinary Worker's Day. What else can be celebrated on August 11

On August 11, 1973, DJ Kool Herc threw a party where he introduced a revolutionary DJ technique known as the breakbeat. Using two turntables, he lengthened the instrumental breaks in funk songs, creating a continuous rhythm.

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Amidst the heat of the day: the Roman Colosseum offers night tours

Amidst the heat of the day: the Roman Colosseum offers night tours

The Roman Colosseum has opened its doors for night tours to avoid the daytime heat and crowds. One-hour tours are held every Thursday and cost more than regular visits.

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Hydrothermal explosion occurs in Yellowstone Park in the United States, there are damages

Hydrothermal explosion occurs in Yellowstone Park in the United States, there are damages

A hydrothermal explosion occurred near Sapphire Pool in Yellowstone National Park. The boiling water and steam damaged part of the boardwalk, no one was injured, and the pool was temporarily closed.

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July 9: Gazelle Day, International Day for the Destruction of Small Arms

July 9: Gazelle Day, International Day for the Destruction of Small Arms

On July 9, many countries celebrate International Gazelle Day to draw attention to the problem of the decline in the population of these graceful antelopes due to human activity, war and poaching.

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Italy declares alarm over Etna volcano activity: photo

Italy declares alarm over Etna volcano activity: photo

Italy has raised its alert level to yellow due to lava emissions, tremors and the risk of more activity from the Etna volcano on the island of Sicily and the Stromboli volcano in the Tyrrhenian Sea.

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Southern Italy prepares to face temperatures above 40°C - Euronews

Southern Italy prepares to face temperatures above 40°C - Euronews

The heat wave continues in Europe. Southern Italy, in particular Sicily, is preparing for temperatures of 42°C this weekend.

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Southern Europe is preparing for the African heat wave: it can be more than 48 degrees

Southern Europe is preparing for the African heat wave: it can be more than 48 degrees

Southern Europe is preparing for a strong African heat wave, the temperature of which may exceed the record mark of 48. 8 degrees Celsius.

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An unusual sight in Sicily: Mount Etna throws smoke rings into the sky

An unusual sight in Sicily: Mount Etna throws smoke rings into the sky

Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano in Sicily, emits rare smoke rings that billow high into the sky, a phenomenon known as "volcanic vortex rings" caused by explosions of gas bubbles above the magma chamber.

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February 20: World Day of Social Justice, International Day of People Who Beat Alcoholism

February 20: World Day of Social Justice, International Day of People Who Beat Alcoholism

Today, on the World Day of Social Justice, various events are taking place around the world to address issues such as poverty, social exclusion, unemployment and human rights.

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The day of the erudite. What else can be celebrated on February 5

The day of the erudite. What else can be celebrated on February 5

On February 5, some countries celebrate Erudite Day to honor highly intelligent and well-educated people who have knowledge in many fields of science.

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Almost 50°C: the UN confirms a new temperature record for Europe

Almost 50°C: the UN confirms a new temperature record for Europe

The United Nations World Meteorological Organization has officially confirmed that Italy has set a new temperature record for continental Europe - 48. 8°C, recorded in Syracuse, Sicily, on August 11, 2021.

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