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Tunisia's iconic Sidi Bou Said town added to UNESCO world heritage list

In Tunisia, UNESCO recognised the town of Sidi Bou Said as a world heritage site this July. The designation marks a new period in the cultural preservation of this historic tourist site. The special status may help as it battles erosion, like in the floods this last January, but it will also help boost its lesser known Sufi mystical traditions. FRANCE 24's Lilia Blaise and Hamdi Tlili were there…

Tunisia's iconic Sidi Bou Said town added to UNESCO world heritage list

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WNBA power rankings: Which players will compete in the FIBA World Cup

WNBA stars Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier are all headed to the FIBA World Cup. How will the league look when it returns?

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  • Golden State Valkyries send four international players
  • Minnesota Lynx will represent six countries in tournament

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