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In the Carpathians, many people believe in the supernatural powers of soothsayers and folk healers called molfars. The tradition is deeply rooted in the region. Even politicians from Kyiv are said to have risked a look into the future here.
A Buddhist monastery in the Russian Urals is under threat because the company that claims the land wants to mine iron ore. This would bring jobs, but the monks refuse to leave. Public opinion is divided.
Viganella in Italy's Piedmont region lies at the bottom of a deep valley. During the short winter days, it rarely gets a ray of sunshine. Now, a giant mirror reflects sunlight into the town square.
In many parts of Europe, black vultures have died out. However, on the Spanish holiday island of Mallorca the birds of prey have survived -- largely due to the farmers here. Yet more and more farmers are leaving the island's mountainous regions.
The highest peak in the Alps is a magnet for tourists. During peak season, as many as 300 people per night set off to scale the majestic summit on the French-Italian border. But many underestimate the risks.
Two Afghan skiers plan to make sporting history – to be the first Afghans to compete in the winter Olympics. They are currently training in St. Moritz for the 2018 games in South Korea.
