Tag: heritage preservation
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Germany Returns 12 Royal-Era Artefacts to Ethiopia in Addis Ababa Ceremony
Germany Returns 12 Royal-Era Artefacts to Ethiopia in Addis Ababa In a landmark gesture of cultural restitution, Germany formally returned 12 royal-era artefacts to Ethiopia during a ceremony held in Addis Ababa. The event underscores a growing commitment between the two nations to correct historical imbalances in cultural stewardship and to bolster ongoing cultural cooperation.…
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Germany Returns 12 Cultural Artefacts to Ethiopia in Addis Ababa
Historic Repatriation Marks a Milestone in Cultural Cooperation The German government has formally returned 12 royal-era cultural artefacts to Ethiopia, in a ceremony held in Addis Ababa. The act, described by officials as a reaffirmation of shared heritage and a step toward correcting historical imbalances, underscores ongoing cultural cooperation between the two countries. The artefacts,…
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Developer Unveils Luxury Apartments Plan for Iconic Wellington Fruit Shop Site
Historic site meets high-end living The site of the beloved Eastbourne Fruit Supply is set for a dramatic transformation as a local developer has revealed plans to convert the longtime fruit shop into luxury apartments. After 65 years of serving residents, the Campbell Street corner building will enter a new era for Wellington’s Eastbourne neighborhood,…
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Developer unveils plans for luxury apartments at site of Eastbourne fruit shop
Iconic site set for transformation The long-standing Eastbourne Fruit Supply, a familiar landmark in Wellington’s Eastbourne suburb, will soon undergo a dramatic transformation. After 65 years in operation, the second-generation owners announced they will close next June, clearing the way for a development that blends heritage with high-end living. From family business to luxury living…
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Saif Islam’s Mission to Save Chinguetti’s Library City from the Desert
Chinguetti: A City of Libraries Besieged by Sands In the heart of Mauritania’s vast Sahara lies Chinguetti, a village famous for its ancient libraries and scrolls that tell the story of a once-thriving trade route. As desert winds shift and sands reclaim the land, the town’s famed library district faces a slow, invisible threat: erosion…
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Kilwa World Heritage Sites Shine on the Global Tourism Stage
Kilwa’s Rich Heritage Draws Global Attention On Tanzania’s southeast coast, the Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara World Heritage Sites stand as testaments to a storied past. Recent figures highlight the growing appeal of these cultural monuments, with 147 international visitors from 13 countries exploring the historic islands and the ancient Swahili trade routes that once…
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Worker Dies After Medieval Tower Partly Collapses in Rome
Tragic collapse in Rome highlights peril at ancient sites A tragic incident unfolded in Rome when a medieval tower partially collapsed, trapping workers beneath the rubble. A Romanian national, who had been pulled from the debris, died on Tuesday after remaining conscious during a lengthy rescue operation. The death marks a grievous outcome for a…
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This Silent-Film-Era Instrument Is Disappearing. Not on Joe’s Watch
Preserving a living link to silent cinema When you stroll past Joe Rinaudo’s residence in La Crescenta-Montrose, you likely sense only a quiet, well-kept home. Yet behind the door lies a pulse of cinema history: a 20-seat silent movie theater, a semi-complete organ, and a tiny museum that keeps the era alive for a devoted…
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Singapore moves to gazette Lee Kuan Yew’s former home as national monument amid family dispute
Singapore to gazette 38 Oxley Road as a national monument In a development that underscores the enduring significance of Singapore’s founding era, the government has announced plans to gazette 38 Oxley Road, the former home of Lee Kuan Yew, as a national monument. The move comes as authorities navigate a complex family dispute over the…
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END of era: UCT Irma Stern Museum closes for good
Overview: A historic chapter ends at UCT’s Irma Stern Museum The Irma Stern Museum at the University of Cape Town has closed its doors for good, marking the end of an era that began more than half a century ago. On Friday, 31 October 2025, the museum reportedly shut its doors after years of debate,…