UNESCO World Heritage tags indicate sites of outstanding cultural or natural significance that are recognised for their universal value to humanity and are protected for future generations. So, to ...

UNESCO appoints Indigenous co-chairs to protect languages and knowledge amid climate crisis "A single word like 'X̱maay' contains generations of climate knowledge, laws, and cultural practices." ...

Jun. 24—VILLAGE OF POPLAR — A global partnership aimed at sparking friendships, connecting students and highlighting a shared history between the village of Poplar and the city of Madang ...

Each year the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization convenes to determine which sites will be granted World Heritage status in recognition of their outstanding value to ...

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake hit eastern Papua New Guinea, according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre. The tremor occurred at a depth of 59 kilometers, potentially affecting local ...

ACT budget enhances Canberra's cultural landscape with $7M funding, supporting bid for UNESCO Creative Cities Network inclusion.

UNESCO launched the first-ever comprehensive mapping of Africa’s book industry, revealing a sector brimming with untapped potential. The new report outlines a roadmap to transform the continent’s ...

It also emphasizes the importance of recognizing the intertwined nature of natural and cultural heritage in the region. Developed with support from the BIOPAMA programme (OACPS–EU), and contributions ...

The UNESCO Geopark tour is also a gateway to something many visitors overlook: the more than 250 outlying islands, many of which are easily accessible and blissfully crowd-free.

UNESCO’s new report, The African book industry: Trends, challenges, and opportunities for growth, maps the book publishing industry across Africa, identifying trends, obstacles, and strategic ...

While Hong Kong is celebrated worldwide for its dazzling skyline and world-class dining, a new UNESCO Global Geopark boat tour is turning attention toward the city’s serene side. From ...

The UNESCO World Heritage Centre is pleased to announce the selected projects of the World Heritage Volunteers (WHV) 2025 Campaign, under the theme of ‘World Heritage Volunteers 2025 - Working on the ...