In an unprecedented archaeological feat, two of Easter Island's iconic Moai statues have been carefully relocated inland to protect them from coastal erosion and rising sea levels threatening their preservation.
In a landmark diplomatic move, the Holy See has officially withdrawn from the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, citing concerns over ideological bias and financial management.
Exclusive investigation reveals alarming water pollution levels in Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, threatening UNESCO World Heritage site and local communities.
The United States officially returns to UNESCO, the UN's cultural and educational agency, reversing Trump-era decision and pledging significant financial support.
Discover how Bushra El-Turk's deeply personal opera 'Oum: A Son's Quest for His Mother' combines Middle Eastern traditions with contemporary classical music in a stunning London production that explores family, identity and cultural heritage.
Major government planning reforms could strip protected status from hundreds of Britain's historic parks and gardens, putting them at risk of development.
Dozens of Britain's most cherished historic parks and gardens are at risk of being lost forever due to controversial planning changes and development pressures, heritage experts warn.
The Vatican expresses outrage after Mao Zedong's image appears alongside Renaissance masters at UNESCO conference, calling it an offence against Catholic sensibilities.
The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge unveils a spectacular collection of Egyptian artefacts, revealing untold stories of ancient civilisation through cutting-edge research and immersive displays.
English Heritage honours rock frontman's musical beginnings with prestigious blue plaque at his formative northwest London residence, celebrating British music heritage.
Discover how you can experience life in Britain's most stunning historic estates without breaking the bank. From Scottish castles to English manor houses, these properties offer unique living experiences at surprisingly reasonable prices.
The historic Skew Bridge pub in Woking, a unique Victorian relic built specifically for railway travellers, has been granted Grade II listed status, safeguarding its future.
Uganda suspends tourism in the UNESCO-listed Bwindi Impenetrable National Park after a suspected militant attack targets a group of tourists, raising security fears for the region's endangered mountain gorillas.
A group of dedicated Spanish musicologists and volunteers have embarked on a monumental project to digitally preserve the unique sounds of their country's ancient, disappearing church bells.
A contentious legal dispute unfolds as a UK art dealer faces allegations of illegally exporting prized Banksy artworks from Italy, sparking a major cultural heritage debate.
Forget Barcelona and Madrid. The historic walled city of Cáceres offers authentic Spanish charm without the crowds, boasting UNESCO World Heritage status and some of Europe's best-preserved medieval architecture.
The planned secret relocation of the historic Bayeux Tapestry to the UK has been dramatically halted by French industrial action, dashing hopes of its first overseas exhibition in centuries.
Jordanian authorities evict Bedouin communities from their ancestral cave dwellings in Petra, sparking a fierce debate between cultural preservation and modernisation.
The iconic but crumbling Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital £8 million lifeline from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking a pivotal moment in the decades-long fight to save the unique Victorian structure from complete collap
The iconic but decaying Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital lifeline, securing a £4.3 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant for its ambitious restoration and future as a public heritage site.
A damning UNESCO report accuses Israeli forces of causing 'significant damage' to over 41 historic sites in Gaza, including the ancient Anthedon Harbour, in a stark warning over cultural destruction.
The historic West Indian Sports and Social Club in Manchester, a beacon for the Windrush generation since 1957, is threatened with demolition to make way for a housing development, sparking outrage and a fierce campaign to save this vital cultural landmar
Discover the incredible story of The Smallest Theatre in the World in Criccieth, Wales. Saved from dereliction by a local community group, this magical 1960s time capsule has reopened with a bold new vision for the arts.
Gloucestershire Police launch a major investigation after 'nighthawkers' illegally target historic Hailes Abbey, a 13th-century Cistercian monastery, sparking fears of priceless treasure theft and irreparable damage to protected heritage.
The National Gallery's controversial decision to stop collecting works created after 1900 has ignited a fiery national debate about artistic heritage, colonial legacy, and who gets to define British culture.
Exclusive: Traditional Owners in the Northern Territory are fighting to protect ancient sacred sites and precious desert water sources from a massive commercial water extraction licence, fearing irreversible cultural and ecological damage.
The National Trust has ignited a fierce debate after contractors were seen removing the large Union Flag from the Bantham Ham stone tower in Devon. The move, done without prior consultation, has been branded an 'act of cultural vandalism' by critics and l
Shocking new data exposes how Britain's cultural institutions are spending millions to store artefacts they can't display, as iconic buildings fall into disrepair and face closure.
A direct Israeli airstrike has obliterated Gaza's only museum, the Rafah Museum of Palestinian Heritage, destroying priceless artefacts and erasing a vital repository of Palestinian history and identity.