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Thousands of techno fans celebrated a concert with Paul Kalkbrenner in Park Sanssouci on Saturday evening. The 48-year-old musician presented his ninth studio album The Essence in front of the Neues Palais. The palace has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1990.

3. mai 2026 Rapportert av AI

UNESCO officials visited South Korea last week to review preparations for the World Heritage Committee meeting in Busan. A four-member team inspected the BEXCO convention center and nearby accommodations, according to the Korea Heritage Service. The visit precedes the 48th session scheduled for July 19-29.

Selam Ethiopia, a leading NGO promoting arts and culture for social change, has launched a month-long digital campaign to raise awareness on Intellectual Property Rights across the nation, backed by UNESCO's International Fund for Cultural Diversity. The effort, part of the Strengthening Intellectual Property Rights in Ethiopia project, aims to empower artists and creators.

26. november 2025 Rapportert av AI

UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enany voiced deep concern over Seoul's high-rise development plan near Jongmyo Shrine during a meeting with Korea Heritage Service director Huh Min in Paris. He urged a promise not to build high-rises until a heritage impact assessment is complete. The two also discussed preparations for the upcoming UNESCO World Heritage Committee session in Busan.

The Day of the Dead offering is a profound ritual in Mexico, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. It is set up to welcome the souls of the deceased, guiding them with symbolic elements. Tradition dictates assembling it between October 27 and 31, depending on the type of soul expected.