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UK launches new 'Living Heritage' register
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions for a new national 'living heritage' inventory, aiming to safeguard cultural practices for future generations.
UK Calls for Nominations to 'Living Heritage' Inventory
The UK government invites communities to nominate cherished traditions for a new national inventory of living heritage, from ceilidhs to crafts, to safeguard them for future generations. Learn how to submit.
UK Launches 'Living Heritage' Register for Traditions
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions, from cheese-rolling to steel-drumming, for a new national register aimed at safeguarding intangible cultural heritage for future generations.
UK imposes export bar on £280k Hindu paintings
A rare 200-year-old set of 56 Hindu paintings, valued at £280,000, has been barred from leaving the UK. The government aims to keep the 'Devi Mahatmya' series for national study and display. Help save this cultural treasure for the nation.
Parcel theft crisis hits 1 in 4 UK households
New data shows 25% of Britons experienced parcel theft in 2024. Share your delivery nightmare stories as we investigate this growing epidemic.
Ancient Roman statues stolen from Syria's museum
Investigators reveal a lone individual, not a gang, stole Roman-era statues from Syria's National Museum in Damascus, dealing a blow to the nation's post-war cultural recovery.
Britain's dying trade: The stonemasons fighting extinction
Discover the forgotten world of stonemasonry - a centuries-old craft facing extinction despite building Britain's most iconic landmarks. Meet the craftsmen fighting to save their trade.
Stonehenge security alert after Louvre heist
British authorities ramp up protection at Stonehenge following a daring theft of ancient stones from the Louvre, raising concerns about similar attacks on UK heritage sites.
Louvre Security Failures Exposed in Damning Heist Report
A damning new report exposes catastrophic security failures at the Louvre that allowed thieves to breach one of the world's most famous museums in a sophisticated 2024 robbery attempt.
Vietnam demands Facebook remove UNESCO heritage criticism
Vietnamese authorities escalate pressure on Meta's platform over posts questioning their stewardship of protected cultural sites, raising concerns about digital censorship and heritage protection.
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.
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.
Tuk-tuk driver avoids jail after £31k wine theft spree
A Westminster tuk-tuk driver who orchestrated an audacious £31,000 theft spree targeting champagne and fine wine from London's most exclusive restaurants has walked free from court in a surprising verdict.
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.
Two More Charged in Louvre Heist Investigation
French authorities have charged two additional suspects in connection with the audacious Louvre museum theft, bringing the total to four individuals accused of orchestrating the multi-million euro art heist that shocked Paris.
UK Phone Snatching Crisis: New Cartoon Exposes Urban Crime
A startling new cartoon commentary reveals how mobile phone theft has evolved into a sophisticated criminal enterprise plaguing UK streets, with thieves employing increasingly brazen tactics.
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.
Louvre Crown Jewels Heist Foiled in Paris
Dramatic attempted robbery at the Louvre's Galerie d'Apollon sees French authorities intercept thieves targeting priceless crown jewels in a major security scare.
Louvre Museum Jewels Stolen in Daring Heist
Thieves have pulled off a spectacular robbery at the Louvre Museum, making off with priceless jewels from the historic Crown of Louis XV in a meticulously planned overnight theft.
Oakland Museum Heist: Native American Artefacts Stolen
A sophisticated burglary at Oakland Museum of California sees thieves steal irreplaceable Native American treasures, leaving cultural heritage experts devastated.
Louvre Jewellery Heist: Millions Stolen in Daylight Raid
In a stunning security breach, thieves have stolen precious jewellery worth millions from the Louvre Museum's prestigious exhibition, raising serious questions about protection of France's cultural treasures.
Opera-singing thief stuns Melbourne supermarket shoppers
In an extraordinary scene at a Coles supermarket in Prahran, a theatrical thief performed opera while allegedly stealing high-value electronics, leaving security guards and shoppers utterly bewildered.
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.
Louvre Heist Foiled: Two Arrested in Paris
French police apprehend two individuals attempting to steal priceless artefacts from the Louvre Museum in Paris, preventing what could have been one of the most significant art thefts in recent history.
Louvre Museum Heist: Two Arrested Over Gold Plate Theft
French police apprehend two suspects following the daring theft of a priceless 17th-century gold plate from the Louvre Museum in Paris during broad daylight.
Manhole cover thief caught on camera in Orpington
Shocking CCTV footage captures a brazen thief stealing heavy metal manhole covers from residential streets in Orpington, sparking safety concerns and police investigation.
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.
Fury as thief steals 21 manhole covers in dangerous spree
Residents and authorities are outraged as a reckless thief removes crucial manhole covers from residential streets, creating deadly hazards for pedestrians and motorists in a shocking crime spree.
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.
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