Vatican withdraws from UNESCO Heritage Convention
In a landmark diplomatic move, the Holy See has officially withdrawn from the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, citing concerns over ideological bias and financial management.
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Pollution crisis hits Argentina's glacial rivers
Exclusive investigation reveals alarming water pollution levels in Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, threatening UNESCO World Heritage site and local communities.
US rejoins UNESCO after five-year hiatus
The United States officially returns to UNESCO, the UN's cultural and educational agency, reversing Trump-era decision and pledging significant financial support.
Woman arrested over alleged threats to MP Mark Latham
Nathalie Matthews faces serious charges after dramatic Sydney Airport arrest linked to alleged threatening communications targeting controversial politician Mark Latham.
Paris on highest alert amid major terrorism fears
French authorities launch massive security sweep across Paris following threats to prominent locations including the Louvre and railway stations, raising the national terror alert to its highest level.
Secret tunnel found in Salzburg mansion with Porsche-Zweig links
A mysterious underground tunnel has been discovered beneath a Salzburg mansion once owned by Porsche heir Louise Piech, revealing hidden connections to celebrated Jewish writer Stefan Zweig in a startling historical revelation.
Man jailed for death threat against Justice Kavanaugh
A California resident has been sentenced to prison after sending what authorities describe as a 'graphic death threat' to Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, raising fresh concerns about judicial security in politically charged times.
Bellingham: England never thought we could win World Cup
Real Madrid sensation Jude Bellingham opens up about England's World Cup challenges in Qatar, revealing squad concerns and tournament realities in exclusive interview.
Planning reforms threaten historic gardens protection
Major government planning reforms could strip protected status from hundreds of Britain's historic parks and gardens, putting them at risk of development.
Britain's historic parks face unprecedented threat
Dozens of Britain's most cherished historic parks and gardens are at risk of being lost forever due to controversial planning changes and development pressures, heritage experts warn.
Vatican condemns 'sacrilegious' Mao display at UNESCO event
The Vatican expresses outrage after Mao Zedong's image appears alongside Renaissance masters at UNESCO conference, calling it an offence against Catholic sensibilities.
Trump bids for 2026 World Cup tickets amid legal cases
Donald Trump makes unprecedented move to secure premium 2026 World Cup tickets amid ongoing criminal cases, raising questions about FIFA's allocation process and political influence in football.
Oktoberfest evacuated after bomb threat - police investigation
Germany's world-famous Oktoberfest was thrown into chaos as police evacuated the Theresienwiese festival grounds following a serious bomb threat. Thousands of revellers were safely removed as authorities launched a major security operation.
Brussels bomb threat triggers major security lockdown
Brussels city centre plunged into chaos as police evacuate key transport hubs and shopping centres following credible bomb threat. Exclusive details on the ongoing security operation.
Bobby Gillespie's childhood home gets English Heritage blue plaque
English Heritage honours rock frontman's musical beginnings with prestigious blue plaque at his formative northwest London residence, celebrating British music heritage.
Live in Historic UK Estates - Affordable Rentals Available
Discover how you can experience life in Britain's most stunning historic estates without breaking the bank. From Scottish castles to English manor houses, these properties offer unique living experiences at surprisingly reasonable prices.
Ex-MI5 Boss: UK Must Prepare for War in 5 Years
Former MI5 director general Lord Evans delivers chilling assessment that Britain faces high probability of significant state-on-state conflict by end of decade, urging urgent defence spending increases.
World's First Purpose-Built Railway Pub Gains Listed Status
The historic Skew Bridge pub in Woking, a unique Victorian relic built specifically for railway travellers, has been granted Grade II listed status, safeguarding its future.
Uganda halts tourism after alleged tourist abduction
Uganda suspends tourism in the UNESCO-listed Bwindi Impenetrable National Park after a suspected militant attack targets a group of tourists, raising security fears for the region's endangered mountain gorillas.
Spain's Hidden Medieval City Tourists Haven't Discovered
Forget Barcelona and Madrid. The historic walled city of Cáceres offers authentic Spanish charm without the crowds, boasting UNESCO World Heritage status and some of Europe's best-preserved medieval architecture.
Bedouin families evicted from ancient Petra caves
Jordanian authorities evict Bedouin communities from their ancestral cave dwellings in Petra, sparking a fierce debate between cultural preservation and modernisation.
Morrissey Cancels US Tour After Assassination Threat
British music icon Morrissey has abruptly cancelled his US tour dates following a credible and specific assassination threat, plunging fans and venues into chaos and raising serious security concerns.
Bomb threat evacuates NYC's St Patrick's Cathedral
New York's iconic St Patrick's Cathedral was thrust into lockdown following a sinister bomb threat. Discover the tense evacuation and the heroic response of the NYPD in this exclusive report.
Birnbeck Pier awarded £8m in lottery rescue bid
The iconic but crumbling Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital £8 million lifeline from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking a pivotal moment in the decades-long fight to save the unique Victorian structure from complete collap
£4.3M Lottery Lifeline Saves Historic Birnbeck Pier
The iconic but decaying Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital lifeline, securing a £4.3 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant for its ambitious restoration and future as a public heritage site.
UNESCO: Israel Caused 'Significant Damage' to Gaza Heritage
A damning UNESCO report accuses Israeli forces of causing 'significant damage' to over 41 historic sites in Gaza, including the ancient Anthedon Harbour, in a stark warning over cultural destruction.
Tourist rides electric unicycle on protected Dolomites trail
Italian authorities are investigating after a tourist was filmed illegally riding a high-powered electric unicycle on a fragile UNESCO-protected trail in the Dolomites, sparking outrage and fines.
Football fan faces terrorism charges in NY court
Luigi Mangione, an Italian national and football fan, faces severe terrorism charges in a New York court for allegedly threatening to bomb a stadium. The case highlights the serious legal consequences of making threats in the US.
Putin's Spokesman Issues Chilling WW3 Nuclear Threat
Dmitry Peskov, Vladimir Putin's top spokesman, has issued a stark warning that direct conflict between Russia and NATO would inevitably escalate into a full-scale nuclear world war, marking a severe escalation in rhetoric.
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