UNESCO

‘Weaponization of cultural heritage’: Israel accuses PA of exploiting UNESCO in bid for Sebastia

The 450-acre site, which has awaited joining the world heritage list since 2012, has a history dating back at least 3,000 years.

 Israelis visit the site of the ancient village of Sebastia near the West Bank city of Nablus, on April 22, 2019
Palestinian employees of United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) take part in a protest against job cuts by UNRWA, in Gaza City September 19, 2018.

October 7 massacre findings puts the UN’s credibility on trial - opinion

The restored western face of the Parthenon, Greece, July 2, 2026.

After 200 years in ruin: Greece unveils complete restoration of Parthenon's western pediment

A piece of metal lies at of Al‑Bass Roman ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage site hit by an Israeli airstrike in Tyre, southern Lebanon, June 25, 2026.

Israel damaged heritage sites during ops. against Hezbollah, Lebanese culture minister says


Hottest oceans in 400 years endanger Great Barrier Reef, scientists say

Australia's Great Barrier Reef faces severe threats from record-high water temperatures, with rising warmth linked to climate change over 400 years.

 Two clownfish swim inside of a sea anemone in the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Cairns, Australia October 26, 2019.

Three UNESCO world heritage sites worth a visit

There are over 1,100 UNESCO world heritage sites around the world. Here are a few you can go visit.

 SCENES FROM JORDAN: The Al Manara luxury resort, the breathtaking Petra and Wadi Rum.

Paphos, the perfect place for pampering and peace of mind

Sharing Cyprus's charms, from ancient ruins to modern spas, with a stay at Annabelle, a hotel that offers relaxation, gourmet dining, and dog-friendly luxury.

 THE ANNABELLE hotel in Paphos

800-year-old toy horse found among trove of ancient Polish artifacts

The historic treasures were discovered during the demolition of an old firehouse in the city of Torun.

 An 800-year-old toy horse found in Torn, Poland.

UNRWA makes the Nobel Peace Prize nominations shortlist

The Nobel Peace Prize for 2024 will be announced at 11 am on Friday, October 11, 2024, and is chosen by the Norwegian Nobel Committee.

 Nobel prize

Israel rejects latest UN resolution on Gaza, says 'green lights' Hamas

WHO chief: A child is killed on average every 10 minutes in the Gaza Strip.

 srael's Ambassador to the United Nations Gilad Erdan attends a meeting of the United Nations Security Council on the conflict between Israel and Hamas on November 10, 2023

World envoys stand together in condemning antisemitism post-Hamas attack

The envoys called upon governments "to assess the needs and provide the necessary security assistance that Jewish communities require at this time of crisis."

 DEBORAH LIPSTADT, Biden’s envoy to monitor and combat antisemitism, said that this is a ‘historic moment in the modern fight against what’s known as the fight against the world’s oldest hatred.’

‘Conundrums’: Evgeny Gofman’s solo exhibition

Evgeny Gofman specializes in Japanese philosophy and martial arts, advocating the art of method without method.

 The art of Evgeny Gofman

Ramat Gan politicians clash over arrest of ex-Mexican diplomat

Council members and former mayor Yaakov Hagar accused Mayor Carmel Shama Hacohen of believing Roemer over the alleged victims.

Carmel Shama HaCohen before a cabinet meeting on March 11, 2018

Israel files to extradite alleged rapist ex-diplomat Roemer back to Mexico

In 2016, Roemer had walked out of a debate on a UNESCO resolution on the Temple Mount, in contradiction with his government's initial support of the document.

 Andrés Roemer seen in 2009