Global Perspectives: Human Interests and Cultural Contours

This selection from Reuters showcases multimedia stories of global human interest. Highlights include Cuba's tourism crisis, the resurgence of Shakespeare's heritage, Gaudi's forest architecture, Korea's traditional wrestling, and China's robotics show. Cultural insights range from Frankenstein's legacy to the burgeoning marriage proposal industry in Paris.

Every week, Reuters journalists craft a plethora of multimedia stories that capture global human-interest tales, selected for readers by the editors. These narratives provide context and insights into world events. For further details on news and occurrences, Reuters Connect's editorial calendar offers a comprehensive schedule.

Cuba's tourism faces a drying tide; its famed Varadero Beach sees diminished flair as the island grapples with a jet fuel shortage. Meanwhile, in England, 'Hamnet' elevates interest in Shakespeare's familial sites, drawing visitors to the historical homes of the renowned playwright.

Antoni Gaudi's architectural genius surfaces in a remote Catalonian forest while Korea's ssireum wrestling struggles amidst the country's expanding cultural footprint. In China, humanoid robots highlight an industrial leap during the Lunar New Year. From an homage to Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' in Bath, England, to Paris's romance-fueled economy, these stories delve into the diversities of human culture.

(With inputs from agencies.)