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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Vietnam's Hoi An: A Christmas Market with 30p Beers
Forget pricey German markets. Discover Hoi An, Vietnam's UNESCO-listed lantern-lit Christmas market where beers cost 30p and hot chocolate is £1.50. Find out why December is the perfect time to visit.
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.
Sudan's cultural heritage faces unprecedented threat amid war
Sudanese archaeologist Shadia Abdrabo battles time to document Sudan's heritage as war destroys museums and ancient artefacts. Discover how you can support preservation efforts.
World's Cheapest Christmas Market Has 30p Beers
Swap freezing UK markets for Hoi An's festive magic. Enjoy 30p beers, lantern-lit streets, and T-shirt weather this December. Discover this unique UNESCO gem.
Bath University Green Belt Student Housing Row
Plans to build nearly 300 student homes on protected Green Belt land in Bath threaten rare wildlife and panoramic views, sparking fierce local opposition. Join the debate on urban development.
Travel expert reveals best European city to visit
World traveller Henrik Jeppesen names Tallinn, Estonia as Europe's best city. Discover its €5 meals, UNESCO Old Town and friendly locals. Plan your trip today!
Krakow: £40 Flights to Poland's Affordable Gem
Discover why Krakow is the perfect budget-friendly European city break. With £40 flights from the UK, a UNESCO Old Town, and delicious street food, it's a must-visit.
Miliband defends UK nuclear choice despite US anger
Net Zero Secretary Ed Miliband stands by decision to choose Rolls-Royce for Wylfa nuclear site, dismissing US complaints. The move supports 3,000 jobs and powers 3 million homes.
Ancient UK Monument Pre-Dates Stonehenge
Discover the Rollright Stones, a prehistoric site in the Cotswolds older than Stonehenge. Plan your visit to this magical, award-winning historic gem today.
Ancient UK Monument Older Than Stonehenge Revealed
Discover the Rollright Stones, a prehistoric marvel in the Cotswolds older than Stonehenge. Plan your visit to this magical, award-winning historic site today.
First UK Small Modular Reactor Planned for Anglesey
The UK government has selected Wylfa on Anglesey for Britain's first small modular reactor nuclear plant, backed by £2.5 billion investment, creating thousands of jobs and powering millions of homes.
Engineer destroys Native American burial site
A Massachusetts engineer faces criminal charges after allegedly bulldozing a protected Native American burial ground to create a 'meditation area' on his $2 million property, destroying priceless archaeological heritage.
Michigan Republican's Ashley Madison Account Exposed
Republican candidate Bryan Posthumus faces political ruin after leaked Ashley Madison data reveals his membership on the notorious cheating website, sparking outrage among conservative voters.
UNESCO Adopts Global Neurotechnology Ethics Standards
In a landmark decision, UNESCO has established the world's first global ethical framework for neurotechnology, addressing growing concerns about brain data privacy and human rights in the rapidly advancing field.
Giants Causeway: Ultimate Visitor Guide & Tips
Discover everything you need to know about visiting the Giant's Causeway - from avoiding crowds to uncovering ancient legends at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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.
Ancient Biblical cult site unearthed in Israel
Archaeologists have uncovered a stunning 5,300-year-old temple complex in Israel that reveals mysterious pagan rituals and human sacrifices centuries before the Biblical battle of Armageddon.
Martin Clunes loses planning battle over travellers site
Doc Martin star's woodland development plans thwarted as neighbours win fight to establish permanent travellers site in Dorset countryside.
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.
Zagori: Greece's UNESCO Park Perfect in Autumn
Escape to Zagori National Park, Greece's newest UNESCO World Heritage site, where dramatic gorges, stone villages and pristine wilderness create the perfect autumn getaway. Discover why this hidden gem shines brightest during the golden months.
Vietnam's Hoi An submerged by severe flooding
Stunning images reveal Hoi An's historic streets transformed into waterways as severe flooding overwhelms the UNESCO World Heritage site, disrupting tourism and daily life.
Mexico's Floating Gardens Face Environmental Catastrophe
The ancient Aztec-era floating gardens of Xochimilco, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Mexico City, are facing severe ecological threats from urbanisation and pollution, endangering a centuries-old tradition.
Ancient Christian Burial Site Unearthed in Turkey
Archaeologists make stunning discovery of 1,900-year-old burial site near biblical city that could rewrite early Christian history and reveal final resting place of Apostle Paul.
Mount Fuji snow disappears months early in climate alert
Mount Fuji's famous snow crown has vanished weeks ahead of schedule, revealing bare volcanic rock as Japan experiences record-breaking spring temperatures and climate concerns mount.
Grand Designs project manager dies during filming
The construction industry mourns as 28-year-old project manager Ben Tisdall passes away while working on a Grand Designs project, prompting important safety conversations.
Parthenon Sheds Scaffolding After 20 Years
For the first time in 20 years, visitors to Athens can witness the magnificent Parthenon completely free of restoration scaffolding, marking a historic moment for the iconic ancient temple.
Germany's gas dash threatens climate targets and Wadden Sea
Germany's urgent dash for liquefied natural gas to replace Russian supplies is putting its climate commitments in jeopardy and endangering the fragile UNESCO-protected Wadden Sea ecosystem, new analysis reveals.
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.
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