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Sycamore Gap trial live: Friends accused of felling iconic tree blame each other, court told

Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers are on trial at Newcastle Crown Court accused of felling the Sycamore Gap tree

The Independent UK

Ankara's 'Modern Republic Capital Heritage' has been accepted onto the UNESCO Tentative List

Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy announced that Ankara has been accepted into the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List as an example of modern urbanisation and planned urbanisation.

Euronews

AP PHOTOS: A new generation of Maasai warriors is born in Kenya

Boys become warriors in an ancient initiation ceremony in Kenya’s Maasai community. This rite of passage is known as “Enkipaata.” It has been declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO but has had to adapt to modern times.

The Independent UK

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Scottish-Palestinian poet on why it's important to keep talking about her home city

‘ANY Palestinian film is very significant to tell the Palestinian story,” poet Nada Shawa says. “I was invited to participate in this panel…

The National (Scotland)

An English rugby team’s stadium plan sparks concern for beavers, bats and UNESCO designation

The city of Bath in southwest England loves its rugby

The Independent UK

Listen to some of the world’s most iconic sites with Sonic Heritage

Sonic Heritage captures the sounds of 270 UNESCO World Heritage sites — inviting us to tune in to some of the most culturally significant places on Earth.

Euronews

Digging into an environmental scandal on the Isle of Man

I first spoke to freshwater scientist Calum MacNeil in February 2022. He explained to me that The Isle of Man – a self-governing island in the Irish Sea between the UK and and Ireland – was being cast as world’s only “all-nation” Unesco biosphere reserve.

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Toxic chemical pollution continues on Isle of Man as government defends Unesco conservation status

The Isle of Man government has said it is “fully committed to environmental protection and transparency” regarding its Unesco biosphere status – despite admitting that legacy landfill sites are discharging hazardous chemical contaminants into the sea.

The Conversation

Pollution scientist talks to freshwater ecologist who warned of Isle of Man toxic silt dumps

The production and use of toxic synthetic chemicals called polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) were banned internationally more than 40 years ago. There is a great deal of evidence that they are carcinogens and hormone disrupters in mammals and can cause birth defects.

The Conversation

Scottish island awarded prestigious status for its rich natural heritage

ONE of Scotland’s most visited islands has been recognised on the international stage for its heritage, rich biodiversity and sustainable…

The National (Scotland)

Golden mosaics and giant frescoes: 4 art-filled churches to visit in Europe this year

With captivating histories and artistic splendours, some of these incredible places of worship have also become key tourist attractions.

Euronews

Venice expands its day-tripper tax program to combat overtourism

Venice is charging day-trippers to the famed canal city an arrivals tax for the second year starting Friday, a measure to combat the overtourism that officials say is putting the city’s UNESCO World Cultural Heritage status at risk

The Independent UK

From butterflies to wind turbines, project preserves world’s sonic heritage

Audio project collects soundscapes from nature reserves and sites such as Machu Picchu and Taj Mahal

The Guardian - UK

‘No fish, no money, no food’: Colombia’s stilt people fight to save their wetlands

Illegally diverted rivers, seawater and poorly managed building projects have polluted the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta. But the Unesco site has a vital role to play in fighting climate change

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When is World Earth Day 2025, what is the theme and how can you get involved

UNESCO event has been held annually since 1970

The Independent UK

Venice daytripper entry fee: How much does it cost and how does it work?

A year after entry fees started, the price of admission has doubled to €10 – though halved if you register book four days in advance

The Independent UK

7 of the best Eastern Europe holiday destinations for an affordable city break

Travel slightly further afield to eastern Europe for cities steeped in culture and rich culinary scenes for a fraction of the price of some popular Euro destinations

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Why Bangladesh’s renamed New Year parade set off a controversy

Organisers say previous name symbolised oppressive Hasina government, while critics say the move is against Bengali ethos.

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Who Is Antoni Gaudi? God's Architect Cause of Death, Achievement, And Miracle That Led Him To Path To Sainthood

Antoni Gaudí, creator of Sagrada Família, is declared Venerable by Pope Francis.

Evening Standard

Train rides through the clouds and Bawa's tropical modernism: Sri Lanka's best cultural experiences

Planning a trip to the tropical island country of the moment? Beverley Watts has your guide to the unmissable historic sites, iconic architecture and wonderful wildlife to add to your itinerary

The Independent UK

Relics stolen and mummy coffins looted as country’s biggest museum ravaged by war

Officials have been working to assess the damage and loss in hopes of one day restoring the museum

The Independent UK

Southeast Asia water festival begins, but earthquake recovery blunts Myanmar's celebrations

Several Southeast Asian countries are kicking off their annual water festival holiday, an occasion for merrymaking during what is usually the hottest time of the year

The Guardian - UK

Mine’s a pint of Unesco… brewers chase heritage status for British cask ale

A petition has been launched asking the government to recognise the historic brewing tradition

AAP

Towering presence, missing minister as PM visits reef

One of Labor's tallest candidates has made a splash at the prime minister's Great Barrier Reef stop, while the spectre of a missing minister haunted the event.

The Independent UK

Want to travel without it costing the earth? These eco projects are for you

Sarah Marshall rates the hotels, resorts and cruise companies trying to make a difference

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