138 English heritage sites face irreversible damage
Exclusive report reveals how climate change, erosion and funding cuts threaten to erase centuries of English history from Stonehenge to Hadrian's Wall.
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Swiss yodelling wins UNESCO cultural heritage status
The ancient art of Swiss yodelling joins UNESCO's prestigious intangible cultural heritage list, preserving Alpine traditions for future generations.
Zagori: Greece's UNESCO Park Perfect in Autumn
Escape to Zagori National Park, Greece's newest UNESCO World Heritage site, where dramatic gorges, stone villages and pristine wilderness create the perfect autumn getaway. Discover why this hidden gem shines brightest during the golden months.
Climbers defy Victoria's Indigenous site ban
Rock climbing enthusiasts in Victoria are openly challenging new restrictions at culturally significant Indigenous sites, igniting a fierce debate between heritage conservation and recreational access.
Historic Windmill Luxury Conversion Sparks Outrage
Plans to transform a 19th-century Sussex windmill into a luxury residence spark local outrage and heritage concerns as conservationists battle developers over preserving Britain's architectural history.
Vietnam's Hoi An submerged by severe flooding
Stunning images reveal Hoi An's historic streets transformed into waterways as severe flooding overwhelms the UNESCO World Heritage site, disrupting tourism and daily life.
Mexico's Floating Gardens Face Environmental Catastrophe
The ancient Aztec-era floating gardens of Xochimilco, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Mexico City, are facing severe ecological threats from urbanisation and pollution, endangering a centuries-old tradition.
Europe's Historic Stays: Sleep in Castles & Monasteries
Discover Europe's extraordinary historic accommodations where you don't just visit history - you live it. From castle suites to converted monasteries, experience the past in unparalleled luxury.
Ghostly apparition caught on camera at heritage site
Mysterious figure captured on CCTV at 800-year-old English Heritage property leaves staff baffled and paranormal investigators intrigued. Unexplained movement detected in historic building's corridor.
UK Churches Face Closure Over Soaring Repair Costs
Hundreds of Britain's cherished churches could shut their doors forever as crippling repair costs and declining congregations create a perfect storm for the nation's religious heritage.
Mount Fuji snow disappears months early in climate alert
Mount Fuji's famous snow crown has vanished weeks ahead of schedule, revealing bare volcanic rock as Japan experiences record-breaking spring temperatures and climate concerns mount.
Germany's gas dash threatens climate targets and Wadden Sea
Germany's urgent dash for liquefied natural gas to replace Russian supplies is putting its climate commitments in jeopardy and endangering the fragile UNESCO-protected Wadden Sea ecosystem, new analysis reveals.
Deadly fire destroys Rio museum in cultural catastrophe
A devastating overnight fire has destroyed Rio de Janeiro's Cultural Centre Mental Health museum, claiming multiple lives and incinerating priceless historical collections in Brazil's latest cultural tragedy.
Gaza's ancient history systematically destroyed in conflict
Exclusive investigation reveals the catastrophic loss of Gaza's priceless archaeological heritage, from Bronze Age settlements to Roman ruins, as modern conflict erases millennia of human history.
Government blocks National Trust bid to protect Ironbridge Gorge
Shropshire's Ironbridge Gorge faces development threat as ministers reject National Trust's bid for enhanced protection of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Surtsey: Iceland's volcanic island laboratory
Exclusive insight into how Iceland's youngest island, born from volcanic fire in 1963, has transformed into a pristine natural laboratory revealing nature's remarkable recovery secrets.
UNESCO: Climate Change Endangers Athens' Parthenon
UNESCO issues stark warning as climate change threatens Athens' ancient Acropolis and Parthenon monuments with extreme weather damage and deterioration.
Israel accused of systematic book theft from Gaza libraries
An explosive Guardian investigation reveals how Israeli forces systematically looted thousands of Palestinian books and manuscripts from Gaza, raising urgent questions about cultural destruction in conflict zones.
Live-in caretaker sought for Holy Island's Lindisfarne Priory
An extraordinary opportunity has emerged for two people to become live-in caretakers at Lindisfarne Priory, one of Britain's most sacred Christian sites located on Holy Island. The successful applicants will receive accommodation and a salary while mainta
Nikko Implements Tourist Tax to Fight Overtourism
The UNESCO World Heritage site of Nikko introduces mandatory visitor fee to preserve cultural treasures and manage overwhelming crowds as tourism rebounds post-pandemic.
Albania's Vjosa River becomes Europe's first wild river national park
Albania's pristine Vjosa River has been declared Europe's first wild river national park, creating a protected sanctuary for countless species and setting a global precedent for river conservation.
Easter Island Moai Statues Moved in Preservation Operation
In an unprecedented archaeological feat, two of Easter Island's iconic Moai statues have been carefully relocated inland to protect them from coastal erosion and rising sea levels threatening their preservation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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