Tangail Saree Weavers Bid for UNESCO Heritage Status
Artisans behind Bangladesh's iconic Tangail saree have nominated their craft for UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Discover how this centuries-old tradition faces modern challenges.
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Freddy Brazier banned from Sheesh after 3am vomiting incident
Freddy Brazier, son of Jade Goody, has reportedly been banned from Essex celebrity hotspot Sheesh after a night of excessive drinking. Get the full story on the fallout and his ongoing personal disputes.
BBC Radio Essex presenter Dave Monk dies aged 72
Beloved BBC Radio Essex DJ Dave Monk has passed away at 72 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. Colleagues pay tribute to the 'voice of Essex'. Read the full story here.
UK launches new 'Living Heritage' register
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions for a new national 'living heritage' inventory, aiming to safeguard cultural practices for future generations.
UK Calls for Nominations to 'Living Heritage' Inventory
The UK government invites communities to nominate cherished traditions for a new national inventory of living heritage, from ceilidhs to crafts, to safeguard them for future generations. Learn how to submit.
UK Launches 'Living Heritage' Register for Traditions
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions, from cheese-rolling to steel-drumming, for a new national register aimed at safeguarding intangible cultural heritage for future generations.
Joey Essex's beloved uncle 'Big Greg' dies
TOWIE star Joey Essex shares emotional tribute after his uncle 'Big Greg' passes away. The actor and restaurateur was described as 'one of a kind'. Read the full story and see the touching messages of support.
Police Officer Dies in A12 Horror Crash
Tragedy strikes as Essex Police officer dies in A12 collision. Colleagues pay tribute to dedicated officer. Read the full story.
Essex Police Officer Dies in A12 Crash
An Essex Police officer has died after a crash on the A12 while responding to an emergency. Our thoughts are with the officer's family, friends and colleagues.
Britain's dying trade: The stonemasons fighting extinction
Discover the forgotten world of stonemasonry - a centuries-old craft facing extinction despite building Britain's most iconic landmarks. Meet the craftsmen fighting to save their trade.
Vietnam demands Facebook remove UNESCO heritage criticism
Vietnamese authorities escalate pressure on Meta's platform over posts questioning their stewardship of protected cultural sites, raising concerns about digital censorship and heritage protection.
138 English heritage sites face irreversible damage
Exclusive report reveals how climate change, erosion and funding cuts threaten to erase centuries of English history from Stonehenge to Hadrian's Wall.
Swiss yodelling wins UNESCO cultural heritage status
The ancient art of Swiss yodelling joins UNESCO's prestigious intangible cultural heritage list, preserving Alpine traditions for future generations.
Gemma Collins Reveals Dubai Relocation & Family Plans
The GC opens up about her life-changing decision to move to Dubai, future family plans, and leaving her Essex roots behind in exclusive revelations about her next chapter.
Climbers defy Victoria's Indigenous site ban
Rock climbing enthusiasts in Victoria are openly challenging new restrictions at culturally significant Indigenous sites, igniting a fierce debate between heritage conservation and recreational access.
Historic Windmill Luxury Conversion Sparks Outrage
Plans to transform a 19th-century Sussex windmill into a luxury residence spark local outrage and heritage concerns as conservationists battle developers over preserving Britain's architectural history.
Europe's Historic Stays: Sleep in Castles & Monasteries
Discover Europe's extraordinary historic accommodations where you don't just visit history - you live it. From castle suites to converted monasteries, experience the past in unparalleled luxury.
Grace Dent Reviews Fête: Chelmsford's Culinary Star
Discover Grace Dent's verdict on Fête in Chelmsford, Essex - where British classics meet modern flair in a restaurant that's rewriting Essex's culinary story.
Phoebe Bishop's tragic 18th birthday ends in railway death
The heartbreaking story of Phoebe Bishop, whose 18th birthday celebrations turned to tragedy when she was struck and killed by a train in Essex, leaving a community in mourning.
Missing man found safe after Epping Forest police search
Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu, 54, located safe in Epping Forest following extensive police search operation and public appeal.
Ghostly apparition caught on camera at heritage site
Mysterious figure captured on CCTV at 800-year-old English Heritage property leaves staff baffled and paranormal investigators intrigued. Unexplained movement detected in historic building's corridor.
UK Churches Face Closure Over Soaring Repair Costs
Hundreds of Britain's cherished churches could shut their doors forever as crippling repair costs and declining congregations create a perfect storm for the nation's religious heritage.
Joey Essex's company collapses into liquidation
Reality TV star Joey Essex faces business collapse as his company enters liquidation, leaving creditors unpaid and raising questions about celebrity entrepreneurship.
Gaza's ancient history systematically destroyed in conflict
Exclusive investigation reveals the catastrophic loss of Gaza's priceless archaeological heritage, from Bronze Age settlements to Roman ruins, as modern conflict erases millennia of human history.
Government blocks National Trust bid to protect Ironbridge Gorge
Shropshire's Ironbridge Gorge faces development threat as ministers reject National Trust's bid for enhanced protection of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Rylan's Witch-Hunt: Essex's Dark Secrets Revealed
Christopher Stevens reviews Rylan's captivating journey into Essex's dark supernatural history, where folklore meets television magic in this spellbinding documentary series.
Saffron Walden: Essex's Hidden Gem Market Town
Escape to Saffron Walden, a stunning medieval market town in Essex packed with history, independent shops and gorgeous architecture that makes it the perfect UK getaway destination.
Witches of Essex: Rylan explores Britain's dark witch trial history
A powerful new documentary sees Rylan Clark and Professor Alice explore the tragic stories of Essex women accused of witchcraft in one of history's most shameful periods.
Live-in caretaker sought for Holy Island's Lindisfarne Priory
An extraordinary opportunity has emerged for two people to become live-in caretakers at Lindisfarne Priory, one of Britain's most sacred Christian sites located on Holy Island. The successful applicants will receive accommodation and a salary while mainta
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