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The Darjeeling Toy Train Runs at 15 km/h Through the Himalayan Hills and That Is the Point

The Train That Was Never in a HurryThe Darjeeling Himalayan Railway has been climbing the same 88 kilometres since 1881, coiling up from New Jalpaiguri through Ghum and into Darjeeling at a speed that a determined cyclist could match on a flat road. The steam engine, still coal-fired on the…

Times Life

India recalibrates Teesta approach as Bangladesh, China draw closer; affirms 'mutually agreed roadmap'

India has stated its development aid for Bangladesh is guided by a "mutually agreed roadmap," emphasizing that all "related developments" will be considered regarding the Teesta river project. This comes as Bangladesh and China discuss a river management initiative, a move India is closely monitoring. New Delhi also acknowledged paying…

The Economic Times

Reef dodges 'in danger' World Heritage listing again

United Nations' concern over the water quality on the Great Barrier Reef has triggered a call for action from environmentalists.

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AI images falsely claim Kyiv monastery strike was staged

Posts circulating in several languages falsely claim that photographers were waiting on rooftops to capture the moment a strike hit Kyiv’s UNESCO-listed Perchersk Lavra monastery.

Euronews

Unesco warns Pakistan over 'reconstructions' at Taxila, the Vedic-era city

The UN has asked Pakistan to reverse the "reconstructions" that undermined the integrity of two historical sites in Taxila, warning that failure to act would result in their placement on Unesco's 'danger list'.

The Times of India

UN asks Pakistan to reverse 'reconstructions' at Taxila sites

UNESCO has warned Pakistan to reverse "reconstruction" work at Taxila's historical sites, Mohra Moradu and Sirkap, or risk being placed on the UN agency's "danger list." Concerns were raised about interventions undermining the sites' integrity, with new masonry replacing ancient walls and heights being altered. Pakistan's archaeology department insists the…

The Economic Times

3 Years After ChatGPT, the World Still Can't Agree on AI Rules—and the Clock Is Running Out

The EU, US, and China have developed distinct AI regulatory systems, complicating global compliance for businesses and affecting consumer protections across jurisdictions.

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Hidden wonder: Poland's 700-year-old underground salt mine is a hidden city of chapels, lakes and sculptures carved from salt

Beneath the town of Wieliczka in southern Poland lies one of the world's most extraordinary underground landmarks. The Wieliczka Salt Mine, which has operated for more than 700 years, is a vast maze of tunnels, chambers, underground lakes and remarkable works of art carved from rock salt. Together with the…

The Times of India

From Sanremo to Cinque Terre: Italian Riviera’s best places for a luxury coastal escape

As interest in the Italian Riviera soars, travel experts reveal the most luxurious coastal towns to visit in Liguria.

Euronews

Putin Accused of Adopting Nazi-Era Tactics as Russia Targets Ukraine's Religious Landmarks

Russia's recent attacks on Ukrainian religious landmarks, including the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, have drawn comparisons to Nazi Germany's WWII tactics.

International Business Times UK

Israel damaged heritage sites across south Lebanon, minister says

Ancient heritage sites across southern Lebanon have suffered significant damage during Israel's nearly four-month campaign against Hezbollah. From Roman ruins in Tyre to Mamluk-era markets and centuries-old villages, revered historical landmarks are being impacted. Lebanese authorities express deep concern over the systematic destruction, fearing the permanent erasure of Lebanese history,…

The Economic Times

Where to travel in Europe and beyond, according to the world’s most travelled people

From lesser-known UNESCO World Heritage Sites to foodie destinations you can’t miss, these are the recommendations of people who have seen it all – quite literally.

Euronews

‘The best scenery under heaven’: Why Guilin needs to be on your China itinerary

Located in south west China’s Guangxi region, the area is known for its limestone karst scenery which is UNESCO World Heritage listed. In this Guilin travel guide, Dianne Apen-Sadler discovers the city’s top attractions, the cuisines to try and shares her top tips for travellers.

Euronews

Togo's parliamentary reforms: unconstitutional

In tonight's programme, Togo’s switch to a parliamentary system is under scrutiny, after a regional court ruled the reforms: unconstitutional. Also once a jewel of Ethiopia’s tourism scene, Lake Tana is now caught in the shadow of conflict. And archaeologists are racing to preserve the ancient ruins of Cyrene and…

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After 70 years of digging, the ancient city of Sardis in western Turkey has joined UNESCO’s World Heritage list, with ongoing excavations uncovering how successive civilisations left lasting marks on the ancient city

The ancient city of Sardis in western Turkey, a seven-decade excavation project, has achieved UNESCO World Heritage status. This recognition highlights the site's rich history, from its origins as the Lydian Empire's capital, credited with early coinage, to its roles under Persian, Greco-Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman rule. The discovery of…

Euronews

Côte d’Ivoire: Discover West Africa’s beach and culture hotspot

Regarded as West Africa’s answer to the Caribbean, Côte d’Ivoire has an extraordinary coast, UNESCO-listed culture and direct flights from Europe.

France 24

Pro-Russian accounts share fake proof that Ukraine is behind the burning of Kyiv cathedral

Pro-Kremlin social media users are blaming Ukraine for a strike that led to a fire at the Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv, a UNESCO World Heritage site. However, the images they say constitute “proof” were actually AI-generated.

France 24

Frida Kahlo: London exhibit sheds light on troubled life of Mexican artist

In this edition, we look at Tate Modern's exhibition dedicated to Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. It displays her famous self-portraits and works by other artists who were influenced by her. Also: French World Cup fans go crazy for Panini sticker albums as newsstands experience shortages. Meanwhile, the Ghanaian music genre…

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Never Mind Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' — The Unexpected Design Destinations Found Hiding in Its Filming Locations Make for the Journey of a Lifetime

We've retraced the steps of the director and its crew so you don't have to, and uncovered six interior and lifestyle gems not to be missed along the way

The National (Scotland)

Bid to secure Unesco status for Scotland's cone tradition

THE now world-famous Scottish tradition of placing traffic cones on statues could soon be in the running for official Unesco recognition

Bangkok Post

Ubon park put forward for Unesco listing

A proposal is going ahead to nominate Ubon Ratchathani Geopark for recognition as a Unesco Global Geopark, highlighting its unique geological formations, fossil heritage and rich local culture.

The Times of India

Ancient hidden passage in China showcases the pinnacle of Chinese rock art and a rare blend of three faiths

A narrow stone corridor cut directly into a cliff face in south-western China continues to astonish visitors centuries after it was created. Hidden within the vast complex of the Dazu Rock Carvings, the passage is lined with towering figures sculpted into the living rock, creating the impression of walking through…

Euronews

Forget the Camino de Santiago. Romania’s Via Transilvanica hiking trail is wild, welcoming and quiet

The hiking trail runs 1,600km across Romania through 400 villages in 20 different ethnic and cultural regions.

Bangkok Post

World heritage status for temple in sight

Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan in Nakhon Si Thammarat has moved a step closer to becoming Thailand's ninth World Heritage Site after Unesco's advisory body recommended its inscription.

The Times of India

Africa's rarest crocodile climbs trees in Côte d'Ivoire's Taï rainforest, but outside the park's borders, the tree-climbing slender-snouted has already vanished completely

A rarely studied West African crocodile, the slender-snouted species, faces critical endangerment. Recent research reveals it's actually two distinct species, increasing extinction risk. Fieldwork highlights their gentle nature and unique rainforest adaptations. However, deforestation and river pollution threaten their survival, impacting local food security and a vital ecosystem. Saving their…

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