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Liverpool wins race to host next year’s Eurovision Song Contest in place of Ukraine

Liz Truss tweeted: ‘Liverpool will put on an unforgettable show which celebrates the rich culture and creativity of Ukraine.’

Evening Standard

An exceptional example of Taccusastra cries for conservation

Padmanabhapuram Palace in Kanniyakumari district stands testimony to traditional timber architecture. With the heritage structure at risk of damage caused by weather and insects, the Kerala govt. has conducted a preliminary study for its conservation

The Hindu

Galleries, grandeur and fairytale villages: Austria’s cultural, historical and luxury highlights

From exploring some of Europe’s best galleries and museums to indulging in a restorative stay at a lakeside spa, there’s more than enough off-slope action to keep you busy on a winter trip to Austria

The Guardian - UK

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Giant’s Causeway formation event may have taken just days says top museum curator

To mark Unesco’s International Geodiversity Day on October 6, a leading expert has put forward a bold new theory

Belfast Live

World Teachers’ Day 2024: What is the theme this year?

October 5 is a chance to recognise the importance of teachers’ perspectives on educational policy

Evening Standard

What is World Teachers’ Day as Google Doodle celebrates their incredible work

Google is celebrating teachers from across the globe for World Teachers’ Day with its latest Doodle. Here is everything you need to know about the important date

Daily Mirror

Angus Robertson heads to Paris to highlight Scotland and France's 'Auld Alliance'

SCOTLAND'S External Affairs Secretary hopes to highlight the country’s centuries-old friendship with France as he visits Paris this week.

The National (Scotland)

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AP PHOTOS: Artists paint, mold idols for Durga Puja festival

Spirits are soaring in India's “City of Joy” of as tens of thousands of people jostle on Kolkata's streets in celebration of “Durga Puja,” the most important festival of the Bengali community.

The Independent UK

An Intimate History of Evolution by Alison Bashford review – the incredible Huxleys

The Victorian biologist and anthropologist TH Huxley and his Unesco director grandson, Julian, are compelling twin poles in this wonderfully ambitious saga of a scientific dynasty

The Guardian - UK

UPEACE Grants Honorary Doctorate to Bahraini Official

The University for Peace (UPEACE) has granted the Honorary Doctorate to the Secretary-General and Vice Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Higher Education Council, Sheikha Dr Rana bint Isa bin Daij Al Khalifa. Chairperson of UPEACE Board of Trustees and former Director General of UNESCO Irina Bokova, UPEACE…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Sound of Belfast festival 2022 to celebrate new 'City of Music' status

'Music plays a significant role in our life, is woven into the fabric of our vibrant nightlife and demonstrates the rich heritage, strength and potential of our music scene'

Belfast Live

Cultural Ministers Pledge More Action to Return Priceless Artifacts

Cultural ministers and representatives from 150 countries committed to expanding efforts to return historical artifacts to their countries of origin, according to a declaration released on Friday, following a UNESCO conference in Mexico City. Major museums, auction houses and private collectors have faced growing pressure in recent years to repatriate…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Mahatma Gandhi makes special appearance at U.N., shares message on education

A special life-size hologram of Gandhi was projected during a panel discussion

The Hindu

Cultural ministers pledge more action to return priceless artifacts

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The Hindu

UNESCO launches list documenting 50 iconic Indian heritage textiles

It mentions causes for their dwindling popularity and provides strategies for their preservation

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Culture Minister Meets with UNESCO’s Director-General

Saudi Culture Minister Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan has met with Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization Audrey Azoulay, during his attendance of the UNESCO World Conference on Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development (MONDIACULT 2022), hosted by Mexico, the Saudi Press Agency reported Thursday. At…

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Kolkata Durga Puja pandal enlivens with 'Tandav

The Hazra Park Durgotsab Puja Committee in Kolkata is in its 80 years. This year, the theme of the Durga Puja celebrations is 'Tandav'. Read more on Dynamite News:

Liverpool Echo

Liverpool hosting Eurovision would have 'huge economic impact' on city, experts say

A final decision is expected to be announced in the coming weeks

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Birmingham Post

'It's a chance to tell our city’s story': How hosting Eurovision could boost Liverpool's economy

A final decision is expected to be made in the coming weeks

The Hindu

Taj Mahal most-visited ticketed ASI site for domestic tourists in 2021-22: Report

While the Mughal-era mausoleum ranked first, the Red Fort and the Qutub Minar — both UNESCO-recognised sites in Delhi — were the second and third most visited sites

360info

Special Report: Your right to information

360info explores the benefits and pitfalls of AI in obtaining crucial government and public information and how to better protect your privacy and safety.

The Independent UK

Natural History Museum helps Ukrainian scientists in bid to save historic murals

The researchers joined forces to establish the cause of damage to the famous medieval murals in Saint Sophia Cathedral, a Unesco World Heritage Site.

Insider UK

Liverpool and Glasgow remain in the competition to host Eurovision

Final decision expected 'within weeks' from the BBC and competition officials

Evening Standard

Liverpool and Glasgow will host Eurovision Song Contest 2023, BBC announces

The final city will be crowned host of the 67th Eurovision Song Contest

The Conversation

Nigeria’s sacred Osun River supports millions of people - but pollution is making it unsafe

Pollution has become a worrying threat to Nigeria’s Osun River. The river supports millions of people who rely on the water for agriculture as well as industries. It is also an integral part of Nigeria’s treasured Osun-Osogbo sacred grove, a UNESCO world heritage site. Emmanuel O. Akindele unpacks what’s causing…

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