Blas Jaime has spent nearly two decades resurrecting Chaná, an Indigenous language in Argentina that he learned from his mother.
Tag: United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
Ancient Earthworks Trodden by Golfers Become a World Heritage Site
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee has recognized the Octagon Earthworks in central Ohio as a cultural marvel.
Venice Is Spared From a Spot on UNESCO World Heritage Danger List
The fragile Italian city has taken steps to reduce the impacts of climate change and excessive tourism, but some experts said the moves were not enough.
Workers Use Excavator to Plow Through Great Wall of China
The pair, a 38-year-old man and 55-year-old woman, used an excavator to widen an existing gap and make a shortcut, the authorities said.
Jill Biden Takes the 2024 Campaign to Paris in Another Overseas Appeal
As the United States officially rejoined UNESCO, the first lady delivered what sounded like a campaign message, saying the president had rebuilt bonds that frayed under his predecessor.
U.S. Will Rejoin UNESCO in July, Agency Says
The decision came after over a decade of turbulent relations between American administrations and the United Nation’s cultural organization.
Is a UNESCO World Heritage Designation a Blessing or a Curse?
A spot on the UNESCO list — amid the world’s top natural and cultural locations — means a chance for economic benefits, but also for overtourism.
A Pink Door Is Deemed Too Bright for Edinburgh
Miranda Dickson was told that the color failed “to preserve the character” of the Scottish city’s New Town district, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This week she painted the door peacock green.
UNESCO Designates Odesa a World Heritage Site Amid Russian Attacks
The Black Sea port has been battered by Russian shelling for months.
The French Baguette Is Granted UNESCO World Heritage Status
More than six billion baguettes are sold every year in France. But the bread is under threat, with bakeries vanishing in rural areas.