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The civil war in Sudan is endangering the country's cultural heritage, leading to unprecedented looting and destruction of museums and archaeological sites. [ more ]

Naga, a UNESCO World Heritage site, faces destruction amid Sudan's civil war and the effects of rival militia control. [ more ]

The Ocean&Climate Village aims to educate about the relationship between ocean health and climate change during the America's Cup. [ more ]

UNESCO World Heritage sites are increasingly endangered by climate change, prompting a collective call for the cultural sector to heighten awareness and action. [ more ]

Dozens of UNESCO World Heritage Sites are at risk of being destroyed by climate change by 2050, necessitating urgent protective measures. [ more ]

The Albanese government is claiming to be on track to have national climate targets that align with keeping global heating to 1.5C.

Australia is trying to convince Unesco not to recommend the Great Barrier Reef be placed on the list of world heritage sites in danger. [ more ]

At least 97% of corals on a reef in the Great Barrier Reef's north died during a severe bleaching event. [ more ]

Australia's Great Barrier Reef faces serious threat, UNESCO urges immediate action. [ more ]

Dundee evolves from industrial roots to a recognized arts and culture hub, celebrating its title as the UK's first Unesco-designated design city. [ more ]

Barcelona named 2026 World Capital of Architecture, emphasizing architecture, urban planning, sustainability, and public engagement. [ more ]

The second Global Forum on the Ethics of AI organized by UNESCO is focused on broadening the conversation around AI risks and considering AI's impacts beyond those discussed by first-world countries and business leaders.

UNESCO aims to move away from just having principles on AI ethics and focus on practical implementation through the Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) to measure countries' commitments. [ more ]

AI technology can produce false stories about historical atrocities like the Holocaust, fueling anti-Semitism and distorting understanding. [ more ]

Selfie tourism threatens cultural heritage by prioritizing photo opportunities over authentic experience. [ more ]

The exclusion of Cisterna and other towns from the UNESCO World Heritage List of the Via Appia has left local officials feeling betrayed and economically disadvantaged. [ more ]

Lavash represents Armenian culinary heritage, symbolizing cultural depth and the spiritual connection of the people to their traditional baking practices. [ more ]

French cultural heritage celebrated with baguette scratch-and-sniff stamp. [ more ]

Berlin Techno awarded UNESCO status

UNESCO recognizes Berlin Techno's cultural importance [ more ]

Berlin's techno scene recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage.

Techno culture in Berlin linked to Detroit origins and significant economic impact on the city. [ more ]

Berlin club culture's inclusion in UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list.

Unique features of Berlin club culture: no time restrictions, freedom of expression, and historical context. [ more ]

Berlin techno added to German cultural heritage list

UNESCO recognizes intangible cultural heritage [ more ]

UNESCO adds Berlin's techno scene to Intangible Cultural Heritage list

Designation aims to preserve cultural traditions [ more ]

UNESCO adds Berlin techno scene to intangible cultural heritage list

Intangible cultural heritage includes cultural forms passed through generations [ more ]