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THE BEAUTY OF THE HEAVENS

The Beauty of the Heavens: a Pictorial Display of the Astronomical Phenomena of the Universe, one hundred and four coloured scenes, illustrating a familiar lecture on astronomy by Charles F. Blunt (unfortunately, there is very little information about the author of this book).

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St Andrews Cathedral, Scotland St Andrews Cathedral, located in Fife, Scotland. The site became a crucial European pilgrimage landmark because it housed the relics of Saint Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland. The grounds are surrounded by a highly atmospheric ancient cemetery, where several historical figures and pioneering golf champions are buried (since St Andrews is considered the 'home of golf").

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St Andrews Cathedral, Scotland

St Andrews Cathedral, located in Fife, Scotland, is today one of the most impressive medieval ruins in the world, but it was once the spiritual heart and the largest church in all of Scotland.

The decline of the cathedral was not due to natural wear and tear over time, but rather to a defining moment of religious violence. In June 1559, the famous Protestant preacher John Knox delivered a fiery speech at the local parish church against Catholic 'idolatry'. Inspired by the sermon, a crowd marched straight to the cathedral and completely destroyed the interior, removing all altars, images, and Catholic symbols. The building was abandoned shortly after (in 1561). Over the following years, local residents systematically removed stones from the cathedral walls to build their own houses and town defenses.

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Lunar gravity is only 1/6 of Earth's gravity. If you weigh 60 kg on Earth, you will weigh only 10 kg on the Moon.

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Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra, Portugal

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Henri Cartier-Bresson was a French photographer considered one of the pioneers of street photography and modern photojournalism. His signature shooting technique was to find a visually arresting setting for a photograph and then patiently wait for that decisive moment to unfurl. Cartier-Bresson's concept of the 'decisive moment'.

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Annie Leibovitz, the celebrity photographer behind some of the most iconic cover shoots of the past three decades. The American snapper, whose covers include the naked and pregnant Demi Moore, John Lennon and Yoko Ono in an embrace, and transgender reality star Caitlyn Jenner, said none of the subjects in her new exhibition would be digitally enhanced (retouching). Her style is recognized for its dramatic use of lighting, creative settings, and strong emotional expression.

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STOP à Violência (2026)

"STOP à Violência" (STOP Violence) is a campaign promoted by the Portuguese Football Federation. But defending a culture of respect is not only an institutional obligation; it is a moral responsibility for all of us, and for each one of us. Absolutely, red card! ZERO tolerance for violence!

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Online games are a central part of children’s daily lives, offering opportunities for learning, social interaction, and entertainment. However, they also expose young players to online risks such as scams, grooming, harassment, and misuse of personal data. To address these challenges, Europol has launched Cyber Defenders, an educational game designed to promote cybersecurity awareness and online safety for children aged 9 to 12.

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Le Deuil – Laetitea, Paris, 2015 Le Deuil is a commemorative photographic work created by TELENIMA in the days following the 2015 terrorist attacks in Paris. Captured at the Trocadéro, facing the Eiffel Tower, the image portrays a solitary figure (Laetitea) holding a candle in a deserted public space marked by rain, silence, and collective mourning. The photograph reflects the atmosphere of fear and shock that affected Paris at that time, while affirming human presence, remembrance, and solidarity. A minimal graphic composition, designed specifically for this work, reinforces its memorial dimension without diminishing the sobriety of the original scene. Le Deuil stands as a visual tribute to the victims of terrorism and as a testimony to dignity, resilience, and memory in the face of violence.

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Le Deuil (O Luto), obra realizada a 16 de novembro de 2015, no rescaldo dos ataques de 13 de novembro desse mesmo ano, em Paris, constitui uma homenagem visual às vítimas do terrorismo e um destemido apelo à resiliência perante a violência.

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Flamenco is a profound Andalusian performing art rooted in Romani, Moorish, Jewish, and local Spanish traditions, characterized by emotionally charged singing (cante), virtuosic guitar (toque), percussive rhythms, and highly expressive dance (baile). It conveys themes of longing, resilience, and celebration, blending improvisation with codified forms.

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Recommended by TELENIMA: For film music enthusiasts, the legendary Vladimir Cosma will perform on December 6 & 7, 2025 in Boulogne Billancourt, France (at La Seine Musicale), an unforgettable celebration of his compositions that have shaped generations. Learn more about his work and the significance of film music in European cinema history (article in French): TELENIMA — Official News & Updates

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Vladimir Cosma é o compositor por trás de algumas das bandas sonoras mais marcantes do cinema francês. Se é amante de passagens melódicas para filmes, aqui fica a sugestão: próximos dias 6 e 7 de dezembro no complexo cultural La Seine Musicale, Boulogne-Billancourt, França.

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by Shigeichi

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These stairs, with over 200 steps, are located in the bohemian and historic district of Montmartre, very close to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica in Paris, France. Paris faces a silent crisis: mass tourism is transforming the city and pushing out its own residents. Overtourism under the spotlight.

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Tour Eria, located in the heart of the La Défense business district, near Paris, France. As part of an organized response to growing cybersecurity threats, in 2022 France opened a Campus Cyber to develop ever more innovative solutions. Since the summer of 2025, Campus Cyber has established itself as the strategic epicenter where TELENIMA, through its Digital Division (eTELENIMA), strengthens its internal cybersecurity capabilities by ensuring continuous training and the strategic development of skills across its digital workforce.

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The European Union Agency for Network and Information Security (ENISA) is a centre of network and information security expertise for the EU, its Member States, the private sector and Europe’s citizens. In summary, the Agency works with organisations and businesses to strengthen trust in the digital economy, boost the resilience of the EU’s infrastructure, and, ultimately, keep EU citizens digitally safe.

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Skarsåsfjällen Nature Reserve in Dalarna, Sweden (September 12, 2020).