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Ethiopia has registered 19 UNESCO heritage sites and earned over 2 billion dollars from 1.2 million foreign visitors in nine months.

June 26, 2026 Reported by AI

The ancient city of Sardis in western Turkey has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List following nearly seven decades of continuous excavation. The designation recognizes the site's layered history from the Bronze Age through Ottoman rule and the sustained archaeological work that has revealed its significance.

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has approved a resolution at its 43rd General Assembly to include the centenary commemoration of Chinese medical scientist Gu Fangzhou in its official series of international memorial events. Gu pioneered the development of inactivated poliovirus vaccines through tissue culture in China and is known as the “father of China's poliomyelitis vaccine.” His efforts saved hundreds of thousands of children from disability and contributed to eradicating poliomyelitis in China by 2000.

December 11, 2025 Reported by AI

Since yesterday, Wednesday, the practice of Cuban son has been recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. This rhythm, born in eastern Cuba, now joins the official list of recognized heritage. The news fills Cubans with pride for its worldwide influence.

Heritage experts in South Korea urged the Seoul city government on Monday to conduct a Heritage Impact Assessment for a contentious redevelopment project near Jongmyo Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Korean National Committee of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (Icomos Korea) proposed a joint review involving the Seoul metropolitan government, the Korea Heritage Service (KHS), and independent experts to assess impacts and explore alternatives. The call highlights tensions between local and central authorities over the project's threat to the site's historical integrity.

November 10, 2025 Reported by AI

UNESCO director-general Audrey Azoulay has designated Quezon City as a Creative City of Film and Dumaguete City as a Creative City of Literature. The two Philippine cities are among 58 new members of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. This recognizes their commitment to promoting creativity as a key driver of sustainable urban development.