#unesco
#unesco

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

History

Restoration Planned for the Palace of the Grand Master in Rhodes - Medievalists.net

The Greek government is initiating a restoration project for the Palace of the Grand Master to enhance its structural integrity and accessibility.

Miscellaneous

Unesco beefs up protection for cultural heritage in Ukraine

Unesco is enhancing protection for cultural heritage sites in Ukraine amid ongoing conflict, reflecting a commitment to safeguarding important historical properties.

Europe news

This Is Europe's Most Underrated Hidden Gem Natural Wonder

The Prehistoric Pile Dwellings Around the Alps are the most stunning hidden UNESCO gem in Europe, according to a recent study by Emerald Cruises.

fromFast Company

Privacy professionals

UNESCO says 'selfie-tourism' is destroying the world's best landmarks

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

Renovation

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

We cleared rubble with our bare hands': Iraqis rejoice as shattered Mosul rises from the ruins

The restoration of Mosul's cultural heritage marks a hopeful return for displaced families like Sara's.

Miscellaneous

2 months ago

Unesco completes restoration of Mosul heritage sites damaged under Isis

Key religious monuments in Mosul, Iraq have been restored after damage from ISIS, symbolizing cultural recovery and resilience.

fromMedievalists.net

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

History

Restoration Planned for the Palace of the Grand Master in Rhodes - Medievalists.net

The Greek government is initiating a restoration project for the Palace of the Grand Master to enhance its structural integrity and accessibility.

Miscellaneous

Unesco beefs up protection for cultural heritage in Ukraine

Unesco is enhancing protection for cultural heritage sites in Ukraine amid ongoing conflict, reflecting a commitment to safeguarding important historical properties.

Europe news

This Is Europe's Most Underrated Hidden Gem Natural Wonder

The Prehistoric Pile Dwellings Around the Alps are the most stunning hidden UNESCO gem in Europe, according to a recent study by Emerald Cruises.

fromFast Company

Privacy professionals

UNESCO says 'selfie-tourism' is destroying the world's best landmarks

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

more#cultural-heritage

Barcelona

fromTheartnewspaper

5 days ago

Antoni Gaudi's Casa Batllo is reaping the rewards from its continual reinvention

Casa Batlló, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has seen visitor numbers and income soar due to extensive renovations and strategic management.

fromFast Company

1 week ago

London

Venice will keep charging day-tripper tourists to enter the city-but is it doing any good?

Venice's new arrivals tax targets overtourism, funding city services while struggling to deter day-trippers.

#environment

World politics

fromState of the Planet

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

International Day, Year and Decade: The UN Draws Attention to Glacier Preservation

The World Day for Glaciers emphasizes the critical importance of glaciers for ecosystems and communities.

3 weeks ago

Environment

The Heard and McDonald Islands Are a Pristine Biological Wonderland

Trump's tariffs perplexedly include remote islands known for their preserved ecosystems.

World politics

fromState of the Planet

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

International Day, Year and Decade: The UN Draws Attention to Glacier Preservation

The World Day for Glaciers emphasizes the critical importance of glaciers for ecosystems and communities.

3 weeks ago

Environment

The Heard and McDonald Islands Are a Pristine Biological Wonderland

Trump's tariffs perplexedly include remote islands known for their preserved ecosystems.

more#environment

fromNature

2 months ago

Miscellaneous

Federico Mayor Zaragoza obituary: former UNESCO chief who championed neonatal screening

Federico Mayor Zaragoza significantly advanced newborn screening in Spain, impacting health policies and preventing inherited metabolic diseases.

He was a pioneer in biochemistry and held key leadership positions in both educational and health sectors.

fromTechCrunch

2 months ago

Artificial intelligence

Meta launches new program to improve speech and translation AI | TechCrunch

Meta is partnering with UNESCO to develop openly available AI by collecting diverse speech recordings and transcriptions.

Miscellaneous

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

3 months ago

Artist marks 80th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation by donating works to Unesco

Shelomo Selinger, a Holocaust survivor, donated two artworks to Unesco, commemorating the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation.

#tourism

fromwww.echo-news.co.uk

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

See the natural wonders of Malta in 2025 and save money too!

Malta's warm climate, stunning architecture, and film presence make it a top tourist destination for 2025.

Miscellaneous

The Ultimate Guide to Jordan's 'Lost City' - What to Do, See, and Eat in Petra

Petra, Jordan, is a historical and archaeological treasure, now attracting around one million tourists annually, with much of it still unexplored.

fromwww.echo-news.co.uk

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

See the natural wonders of Malta in 2025 and save money too!

Malta's warm climate, stunning architecture, and film presence make it a top tourist destination for 2025.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Miscellaneous

The Ultimate Guide to Jordan's 'Lost City' - What to Do, See, and Eat in Petra

Petra, Jordan, is a historical and archaeological treasure, now attracting around one million tourists annually, with much of it still unexplored.

more#tourism

5 months ago

France news

Japan's sake brewers hope UNESCO heritage listing can boost rice wine's appeal

The article emphasizes the cultural significance and international growth of sake production amid hopes for UNESCO recognition.

Miscellaneous

5 months ago

This Elegant Italian City Is the Birthplace of One of the World's Most Beloved Cheeses - and Has No Crowds

Parma is an underrated Italian city rich in history, art, and gastronomy, perfect for travelers seeking an authentic experience away from crowded tourist spots.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Digital life

Amadou Mahtar M'Bow, 103, Dies; His Tenure Leading UNESCO Was Stormy

Amadou Mahtar M'Bow was the first Black African director of UNESCO but faced critique leading to U.S. and UK withdrawals from the agency.

Education

fromwww.dw.com

Conflict keeps millions out of school in Africa DW 09/24/2024

Ongoing conflicts in West and Central Africa have severely disrupted the education of millions of children, primarily due to violence against schools.

Design

Students want to stay here now rather than disappear to London': how design transformed the city of Dundee

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

#ai-ethics

fromYahoo Finance

Artificial intelligence

Announcement of ICAIRE's Classification as a UNESCO Category 2 Center at the Global AI Summit

Saudi Arabia advances international AI ethics and research through ICAIRE's UNESCO classification.

fromFrance 24

Artificial intelligence

UNESCO sounds alarm over artificial intelligence-fuelled Holocaust denial

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

Artificial intelligence

fromYahoo Finance

Announcement of ICAIRE's Classification as a UNESCO Category 2 Center at the Global AI Summit

Saudi Arabia advances international AI ethics and research through ICAIRE's UNESCO classification.

Artificial intelligence

fromFrance 24

UNESCO sounds alarm over artificial intelligence-fuelled Holocaust denial

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

more#ai-ethics

#climate-change

OMG science

Most of it was dead': scientists discovers one of Great Barrier Reef's worst coral bleaching events

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

fromMail Online

OMG science

50 World Heritage Sites could be wiped out thanks to climate change

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

OMG science

Most of it was dead': scientists discovers one of Great Barrier Reef's worst coral bleaching events

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

fromMail Online

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

OMG science

50 World Heritage Sites could be wiped out thanks to climate change

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

more#climate-change

Privacy professionals

Israeli settlement on Unesco heritage site an 'imminent threat' to area, campaigners say

Israel's plan to build the Nahal Heletz settlement threatens UNESCO heritage, potentially isolating Palestinians from their land and erasing historical sites.

#afghanistan

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Women in technology

Taliban deliberately deprived' 1.4 million girls of schooling: UN

The Taliban's rule has deprived 1.4 million girls of education, endangering an entire generation's future.

fromNature

Women in technology

The Taliban said women could study - three years on they still can't

Afghan girls and women face ongoing bans on education and employment, threatening their future and societal progress.

Women in technology

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Taliban deliberately deprived' 1.4 million girls of schooling: UN

The Taliban's rule has deprived 1.4 million girls of education, endangering an entire generation's future.

Women in technology

fromNature

The Taliban said women could study - three years on they still can't

Afghan girls and women face ongoing bans on education and employment, threatening their future and societal progress.

more#afghanistan

#tower-of-london

fromwww.standard.co.uk

London

Unesco to probe impact of high-rise developments on the Tower of London

Historic architecture and new developments can create conflicts jeopardizing UNESCO World Heritage status.

fromwww.bbc.com

London

Unesco to probe high-rise impact on Tower of London

Unesco is assessing the potential impact of new high-rise buildings on the Tower of London amidst concerns from Historic England.

London

fromwww.standard.co.uk

Unesco to probe impact of high-rise developments on the Tower of London

Historic architecture and new developments can create conflicts jeopardizing UNESCO World Heritage status.

London

fromwww.bbc.com