Zaha Hadid Architects to transform Russia's largest port

Following an architectural competition, Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) has been given the nod to head a 13.9 hectare (34 acre) development of Russia's largest shipping port, Novorossiysk. The project is due to begin construction in the second half of 2019. ZHA has previously worked on a high-profile port project with its Port House in Antwerp. However, the Admiral Serebryakov Embankment project is on a far bigger scale. Located on the Black Sea coast, the port city of Novorossiysk connects Russia with the Mediterranean, Atlantic Ocean and Suez Canal, and is both Russia's largest port and the third-busiest port in Europe by turnover,...

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World's largest Shah Faisal Mosque Islamabad - Pakistan

Faisal Mosque is the mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan. Located on the foothills of Margalla Hills in Islamabad, the mosque features a contemporary design consisting of eight sides of concrete shell and is inspired by a Bedouin tent. The mosque is a major tourist attraction, and is referred as a contemporary and influential feature of Islamic architecture. Construction of the mosque began in 1976 after a $120 million grant from Saudi King Faisal, whose name the mosque bears. The unconventional design by Turkish architect Vedat Dalokay was selected after an international competition. Without a typical dome, the mosque is shaped like...

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Ever wanted to live in an Italian castle? Now's your chance

If you've ever dreamed of taking up residence in an Italian castle but don't have the deep pockets required, a new scheme by the Italian government may be of interest. It's handing out longterm leases to 103 castles, villas, and other historic buildings free of charge – providing you're willing to roll up your sleeves and do some DIY. ourism in Italy is often focused on familiar hotspots like Venice and Rome, but the country's new Strategic Tourist Plan aims to introduce visitors to less well-trodden areas. The idea is to promote "slow tourism," or cycling, walking, and the like.There are a total of 103 properties up for grabs this year...

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5-Step Plan to Reduce Inflammation With a Healthy and Active Lifestyle by Michael Joseph

Chronic inflammation is one of the biggest killers in the world. It is a growing problem that affects a significant number of people, and it has links to almost every chronic disease. On the positive side, we can mostly avoid it depending on how we live our life. This article will explain some simple ways to reduce inflammation through a healthy and active, real food lifestyle. What is Inflammation? Inflammation is supposed to be a natural process that helps our body heal from injury or illness. During an inflammatory response, macrophages (local immune cells) are the first to defend the body. Also, chemical messengers known as cytokines...

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