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.
Category : Search result: heritage rules
Five Monopoly rules you've been playing wrong
A board game expert reveals five common 'house rules' that aren't in the official Monopoly rulebook, explaining why your family games last for hours. Discover the real rules to speed up play.
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.
Urgent passport warning for UK travellers to EU
Luton Airport warns travellers their EU trips could be halted even with a valid passport. Check the 10-year rule and 3-month validity now to avoid being turned away.
Mum's 3 'controversial' holiday rules for her children
A mother's three strict holiday rules for her children, including daily maths and map reading, have divided opinion online. Discover her methods for raising 'smart, polite humans'.
Premier League Votes Against Salary Cap, Backs New Rules
Premier League clubs have voted against a controversial 'anchoring' salary cap but approved new Squad Cost Ratio rules to replace PSR from 2025-26. Discover what this means for football finance.
Westminster Abbey's history of clothing controversies
Readers share their experiences with Westminster Abbey's strict dress code, including a childhood hat dispute and a banned 'demonic' jumper. Share your thoughts in the comments.
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.
Airport phone rule that could ground travellers
Travellers are being warned about a crucial mobile phone rule that could see them turned away at airport security. Discover this essential travel tip that most passengers don't know about.
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.
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.
Wheelie Bin Mistakes Could Cost You £1,000
UK households face hefty penalties for common wheelie bin errors including overfilling, wrong placement and contamination. Learn how to avoid costly fines.
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.
UFC changes rules after London eye poke controversy
The Ultimate Fighting Championship announces significant rule modifications to prevent eye pokes after Tom Aspinall's controversial victory over Ciryl Gane at UFC London.
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.
Cotswolds village bans black doors without permission
The picturesque village of Blockley in the Cotswolds faces controversy as heritage rules require residents to obtain special permission for painting their front doors black, sparking debates about preservation versus personal freedom.
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.
Scammers target Brits over confusing EU travel rules
British travellers face a double threat as fraudsters exploit confusion around post-Brexit EU entry requirements. Learn how to protect yourself from these sophisticated scams.
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
Man City's 115 Charges: Settlement Talks Emerge
Manchester City face pivotal moment as Premier League's unprecedented 115 financial charges could head toward settlement, potentially avoiding lengthy hearing in Autumn 2024.
Critical passport rule could cancel your EU holiday
UK travellers are facing unexpected holiday cancellations and insurance rejections due to a little-known passport validity rule affecting European travel. Discover how to check if your passport is truly valid for your next trip.
Planning reforms threaten historic gardens protection
Major government planning reforms could strip protected status from hundreds of Britain's historic parks and gardens, putting them at risk of development.
Page 1 of 4