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world1d ago

Cologne Cathedral will charge tourists €12 for entry starting July 1, with separate entry points for full access.
The fee is intended to cover maintenance, security, and daily operations, with the building's annual upkeep estimated at €16 million.
Worshippers will still have free entry, and certain dates will offer discounts or waivers.
Exceptions and discounts will apply on dates such as Twelfth Night, Labor Day, and German Unity Day.
The policy follows a broader trend in Europe of churches seeking funds amid maintenance costs and overtourism concerns.
Cologne Cathedral plans to maintain separate entrances to manage access for prayer versus sightseeing.
The cathedral notes Germany uses church taxes, donations, and subsidies as major revenue sources.
Other major European churches also charge entry fees or ask for donations, illustrating varied practices.
Cologne Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage site and faces ongoing maintenance needs.

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Happiness, a Franco-Iranian Arte short-form series, is gaining attention as a global breakout.
Season 2 of Happiness expands from Iran to France, premiering soon after Season 1 drew millions of views.
The series originated on social media before being picked up by Arte, with millions of views across multiple platforms.
Pouria Takavar developed Happiness from a teen-focused documentary into a cross-border coming-of-age story.
Season 2 shifts the narrative to France as Shadi navigates adaptation and loneliness.
The production faced delays due to Covid-19 and external events before finalizing Season 2.
The show spotlights Iranian teenagers as universal, not defined solely by their birthplace.
Arte and La Onda Productions are the main producers behind Happiness.
The second season introduces new characters and expands the ensemble.
The article notes the dream of eventually filming Happiness in Iran if conditions allow.
The program positions Happiness as part of Deadline's Global Breakouts series highlighting regional hits.

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Brentford are in direct talks with Said El Mala's representatives over a €45 million move.
Cologne are financially sound and could reinvest the El Mala funds across several transfer windows.
El Mala is a 19-year-old forward who has produced 13 goals and three assists this season in Germany.
Brentford view El Mala as a player with high ceiling who could fit their long-term value model.
If completed, the deal would signal Brentford’s intent to move aggressively for top talent.
El Mala's potential arrival could impact Brentford's next phase of recruitment strategy.
The report frames the transfer as a bold statement amid Brentford’s recruitment approach.
El Mala is praised for his physical gifts, a trait noted by observers and linked to Brentford’s interest.

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world10h ago

A cathedral in Cologne took 632 years to complete, illustrating century-spanning construction.
Milan Cathedral required generations of architects to revise the design and finish in 1965.
York Minster in England endured 252 years of construction amid evolving Gothic plans.
St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague faced wars and plagues, delaying completion for centuries.
Angkor Wat's expansion spanned centuries, reflecting shifting royal priorities and complex water systems.
Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria took 23 years but is noted for modern 19th-century technologies.
Sagrada Família’s long path continued past Gaudí’s death, with recent completion milestones noted.
The Great Wall of China spanned over two millennia with many dynasties contributing.
Borobudur temple in Java experienced centuries of restoration that preserved its structure.
The list underscores how ambition often outlasts the builders and their eras.

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