Tag: UNESCO
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From Flavours to Design: Madinah and Riyadh Join UNESCO’s Global Creative Cities List
Saudi Arabia expands its cultural footprint on the world stage In a landmark development for Saudi Arabia, the cities of Madinah and Riyadh have been officially welcomed into UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network. This milestone underscores the kingdom’s pivot toward culture-driven growth, highlighting how traditional flavors and modern design can converge to boost tourism, education, and…
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Lviv Under Fire: How Ukraine Responds to a Prolonged Russian Drone and Missile Assault
Lviv Under Fire: A City Tests Its Resolve In a rare and alarming attack, the western Ukrainian city of Lviv faced a five-hour barrage of Russian Shahed drones and missiles on Sunday. Once thought to be among the safest places near the Polish border, Lviv became the focus of one of the longest sustained assaults…
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UNESCO Names 26 New Biosphere Reserves Amid Biodiversity and Climate Challenges
Global expansion of biosphere reserves signals a new approach to conservation UNESCO has designated 26 new biosphere reserves across 21 countries, expanding a network that now includes 785 sites in 142 nations since 1971. These reserves are more than protected pockets of nature—they are living landscapes where science, local communities and governments collaborate to balance…
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UNESCO expands biosphere reserves as biodiversity faces climate pressure
UNESCO expands biosphere reserves with 26 new sites UNESCO has designated 26 new biosphere reserves, extending a global network that now includes 811 sites in 142 countries since 1971. The designation aims to balance biodiversity conservation with the needs of local communities, economies and cultures, signaling a practical approach to sustainable development in an era…
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26 New UNESCO Biosphere Reserves Designated Amid Biodiversity and Climate Pressures
UNESCO expands its network of biosphere reserves In a move that aims to reconcile biodiversity protection with human livelihoods, UNESCO announced 26 new biosphere reserves across 21 countries. These additions bring the global network to 785 sites in 142 nations, an ambitious effort that blends strict conservation with sustainable development. Biosphere reserves are distinctive because…
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Tirumala Hills and Visakhapatnam’s Erra Matti Dibbalu Gain International Recognition
Introduction Tirumala Hills and the famous Erra Matti Dibbalu of Visakhapatnam have recently achieved international recognition, making headlines across the globe. The UNESCO World Heritage Committee has added these two remarkable sites to its tentative list, a significant accolade that acknowledges their unique geological and cultural significance. This recognition not only highlights the intrinsic beauty…
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Tirumala Hills and Visakhapatnam Red Sandstone Hill Recognized Globally
Tirumala Hills and Visakhapatnam Red Sandstone Hill Tirumala Hills, located in Andhra Pradesh, and the Erra Matti Dibbalu (Red Sandstone Hill) in Visakhapatnam have achieved remarkable international recognition by securing a place in UNESCO’s tentative list. This acknowledgment highlights the rich cultural heritage and outstanding natural beauty of these two significant sites. UNESCO’s Recognition: A…