Tag: UNESCO
Discover Malaysia’s diversity and natural wonders
Malaysia is known for its hospitality of multi-racial, multi-faith and multi-cultural people. The diversity of Malaysia is well reflected in the uniqueness of its local cuisine, art, culture and traditions. Blessed with an abundance of natural wonders, Malaysia is also a well-known ecotourism destination. Home to thousands of species of flora and fauna and some […]
Bergen named one of the most Instagrammable places
Bergen in Norway has been named one of the most Instagrammable places in the world in 2023 Using a scoring system that analyzes the number of hashtags per destination, survey results from our social audience and input from our editors, Big Seven Travel have rounded up the destinations that are guaranteed to get likes. From […]
Culture Round-Up: TV2’s local Copenhagen news media will take a more cosmopolitan point of view
TV 2 Lorry, the Frederiksberg-based broadcaster that has served the 34 municipalities in Denmark’s capital region (and beyond) with news since the early 1990s, has changed its name to TV2 Kosmopol as of today. All its logos, facades and signs have been duly changed, along with its website to tv2kosmopol.dk, but the biggest change is […]
Culture Round-Up: TV2’s local Copenhagen news media will take a more cosmopolitan point of view
TV 2 Lorry, the Frederiksberg-based broadcaster that has served the 34 municipalities in Denmark’s capital region (and beyond) with news since the early 1990s, has changed its name to TV2 Kosmopol as of today. All its logos, facades and signs have been duly changed, along with its website to tv2kosmopol.dk, but the biggest change is […]
What major events does 2023 have in store
From King Charles III’s upcoming coronation at Westminster Abbey to the first ever Africa Super League and commemorating the 50th anniversary of Pablo Picasso’s death, FRANCE 24 looks ahead to the new year and shares some of the major events coming up in 2023. Croatia adopts the Euro and joins the Schengen Area More than […]
Pele’s Obituary: From Humble Origins to Immortality
by Michael Place RIO DE JANEIRO, Dec. 29 (Xinhua) — Pele was three months shy of his 10th birthday when he made a promise to his father Dondinho. The pair had just listened to a radio broadcast of Uruguay’s 2-1 victory over Brazil in the deciding match of the 1950 World Cup at Rio de […]
Brazilian football icon Pele died aged 82
The three-time World Cup winner passed away in Sao Paulo after a battle with colon cancer The world of football is in mourning after it was confirmed that Brazilian legend Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pele, has died aged 82. Pele was admitted to the Albert Einstein Hospital in Sao Paulo in late […]
Danish News Round-Up: Historic increase in economic inequality
The gap between rich and poor has never been greater in Denmark – or at least it was the case last year, when the economy boomed, reports Denmark’s statistics. The results are based on the increase in the Gini coefficient – a measure of income inequality in a country. In a country where everyone is […]
Norway for first-time visitors
Is it time for you to book your summer holiday? Forget the scorching beaches and sweaty towels. We have found a new destination for you. It is time to visit Norway, the land of fjords and mountains. A place to enjoy nature, rich culture and unforgettable hospitality. Where should you start? With an abundance of […]
Overview: A year of Taliban rule in Afghanistan
WASHINGTON – A year after the Taliban’s return to power, the Islamist group’s efforts to manage an economy already battered by drought, the Covid-19 pandemic and waning confidence in the government it toppled have largely proved fruitless. In Afghanistan’s last fiscal year before the collapse of Ashraf Ghani’s Western-backed coalition government – 2020-21 – 75% […]
UNESCO published a new state of the ocean report
“The report will effectively help track the progress of the UN Ocean Decade and, over time, can become an eagerly awaited global publication that will make a significant contribution to mobilizing the global community to act towards ‘the ocean we need for the future,’” said Vladimir RyabinSecretary General of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC-UNESCO). IOC-UNESCO […]
Danish news Round-Up: Confidence in the press remains high – report
The year’s Digital news report from Reuters has revealed continued high confidence in the Danish news media. About 58 percent of Danes said that they “trust news the most most of the time”, which makes Denmark one of the countries with the highest news confidence out of the 46 respondents. Social media is still a […]
World Day 2022: Make the world a happier and healthier place to live
What was first celebrated on April 22, 1970, Environmental Protection Day in the United States, has now become a global day to promote large-scale promotion of clean habitats around the world. This originated when peace activist John Mc Connell proposed respecting the planet and the concept of peace at a UNESCO conference in San Francisco. […]
The ultimate guide! No limit to the fun this Easter
The dark Danish winter has come to an early halt. The birds and the bees are busy, the buds are blossoming and, in and around the city, a furious frenzy of activity is unfolding, including both children and adults. The excitement is understandable. For the first time since 2019, the public can look forward to […]
St Patrick’s Day 2022: AZ in 21st Century Ireland
by Armelle Delmelle A is for abortion rights and the bill that proved that Ireland is very much in the 21st century. When it arrived in 2018, it was not perfect – nothing is ever perfect, even a newborn baby – but at least you will not go to jail for making a choice that […]
UNESCO lists wooden sailboats from the Viking Age on the heritage list
ROSKILDE, DENMARK – For thousands of years, wooden sailboats allowed the peoples of northern Europe to spread trade, influence and sometimes war across seas and continents. In December, the UN’s cultural body added Nordic “clinker boats” to its list of representing traditions Mankind’s intangible cultural heritage. Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden jointly applied for […]
Month-by-Month: Finland's year in news
If 2020 was the year of the pandemic, 2021 was meant to be the year we bounced back. The year kicked off on a wave of optimism, as effective vaccines were rolled out and the economy showed its first signs of revving back to life, leading many commentators to predict a new "roaring twenties'' was […]
Clinker boats entered on the UNESCO list
The creation and use of Nordic clinker boats (with lap sheathing) has been entered by UNESCO on the representative list of the intangible cultural heritage of mankind. This entry is common to five Nordic countries: Iceland, Norway, Finland, Sweden and Denmark. Nordic clinker boats have been built by the people of this region for almost […]
Interesting facts about Finnish culture that you may not have heard before
If you’re wondering what they are, you’re in the right place. We have compiled a list of 8 small or unknown facts about Finnish culture that we are happy to share with you today. Are you ready? Then dive into these interesting facts! 1. Finland is the happiest country in the world The first thing […]
UNESCO member states adopt first global agreement on ethics in artificial intelligence
The agreement was approved by UNESCO member states at their general conference on Tuesday. “Artificial intelligence has the potential to benefit societies and economies in many ways, but it also involves risks and challenges,” UNESCO said in a press release. The Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence defines common values and principles that will […]
Vikings in North America in 1021
According to Morgunblaðið, scientists found evidence of a Viking settlement in Newfoundland dating back to 1021. This information was published in a research article in the scientific journal Nature. – ADVERTISEMENT – It is generally accepted that the Vikings settled in North America long before Christopher Columbus came to the Americas. Their journeys are described […]
Autumn holiday 2021: By Holger and Hamlet’s hood
Kronborg castle Helsingør; open daily from 10: 00-17: 00 to October 24, closed October 25, from October 26: open Tue-Sun 11: 00-16: 00; under-18s: free admission, over-18s: DKK 125 adults It is easy to spot Kronborg Castle once you are in Elsinore. Its dreamlike turquoise spiers and sandstone columns tower over the narrow headland that […]
Roadtrip in Denmark – 5 unique places to experience
You have seen Copenhagen and all the major attractions. What now? Here are 5 lesser known places that give you a unique experience of what Denmark has to offer! Whether you rent a car or use public transport, these places are accessible and provide insight into Danish culture. Skagen – home of Grenen If you […]
Friday Magazines: Marin’s Vaccination Goals, Battery Power, 5 Ways to Overcome Climate Change
A new set of restrictions was announced for the metropolitan area yesterday, tabloid Iltalehti asks when Finland can reopen. The newspaper reported the Prime Minister Sanna Marin(SDP) commented on Thursday that restrictions could be lifted when 80 to 90 percent of people over the age of 12 have been vaccinated against the coronavirus. The tabloid […]
Day trips: Go mountaineering in Denmark
But that does not mean you have to do without the great experiences. – You can easily get altitude meters, acid in the legs and fantastic views here at home, says Jacob T. Johansen, who is a Danish mountain enthusiast and founder of the website danskebjerge.dk. He points out that it is a widespread misconception […]
Saimaa received UNESCO Geopark status
The Saimaa region has been granted UNESCO’s global Geopark status, the UN Cultural and Scientific Institute announced on Thursday. The situation is a recognition that the Saimaa Geopark has met strict criteria, including the requirement that the area be inhabited by an internationally significant geological heritage. "UNESCO’s position is a very important international recognition for […]
How do Finns adapt to indoor leisure time?
In neighboring Scandinavian countries, concepts such as hygge and rabbit has become increasingly popular as countries around the world get inspired by the ways in which Nords, including Finns, can enjoy the indoor environment. Indoor saunas There is nothing like visiting the sauna on a cold winter day – the saunas offer warmth, relaxation for […]
800 million children affected by closed schools
800 million school children around the world have lost part or all of the previous school year, according to statistics from the UN agency Unesco. Closed schools not only make children lose their education, but also school lunches and health care, which has already had serious consequences in poor countries. “I have been without school […]
FACTS: Viking castles in company with the Wadden Sea and Kronborg
When the UNESCO World Heritage Committee decides in the summer of 2022 which historical sites are to be included on its World Heritage List, Denmark has nominated five ring forts from the Viking Age to join. These are Aggersborg by the Limfjord, Fyrkat by Hobro, Nonnebakken in Odense, Trelleborg in Slagelse and Borgring in Køge. […]
Frequently used saunas are more than just cleaner
Sauna is a very popular tradition in Finland, but the ritual also has significant health benefits, as regular sauna use is known to reduce the risk of heart disease and also offer other health effects. Many Nordic households go to the sauna on Christmas Eve because the holiday period has been considered a time of […]
Norway allocates NOK 94 million to work to promote freedom of expression and culture
Freedom of expression, cultural rights and cultural and natural heritage are under pressure in many parts of the world. In response, Norway will provide NOK 94 million to support UNESCO’s efforts under a new two-year cooperation agreement. Support for UNESCO’s work is an integral part of Norway’s global commitment to promoting human rights, and is […]
Finnish sauna tradition becomes a cultural heritage
The Finnish sauna tradition has been added to the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage. This means that the Finnish sauna tradition must be protected and preserved for the future. Something that is welcomed by the Finnish Sauna Society. Lubna [email protected]
Finnish sauna culture vaporizes the UNESCO list
Finnish sauna culture is included in the UNESCO list of intangible heritage, the aim of which is to raise awareness and protect the importance of important aspects of cultural heritage worldwide. UNESCO cites oral traditions, performing arts, local knowledge, and traditional skills as examples of intangible cultural heritage and past encouragers include Indian yoga, Brazilian […]
The Restoration Act: How Finland restored the ancient remains of the Indians, which were taken over by a Swedish scientist more than a century later
The story began when Gustaf Nordenskiölda young Swedish geologist and a researcher of Finnish-Swedish origin arrived in the Mesa Verde area in search of significant cultural history and medicine for tuberculosis. Nordenskiöld possibly made the first scientific excavations in the area. His key research and documentation, particularly on the rock dwellings in Mesa Verde, proved […]
The government asks Unesco to comment on controversial mining plans
The government is taking the unique measure to find out if a mine in Kallak would threaten the mountain area Laponia’s status as a world heritage site. Sami and environmental activists have protested against the mining plans, but the municipal council in Jokkmokk hopes for a mine that can create jobs. The government has not […]
Thursday’s papers: Lapland’s excursions away, Korona delays retirement, Saimaa leans towards UNESCO
Britain’s largest travel agency, TUI, announced this week that it will cancel all package tours from the UK and Ireland to Lapland between November and December. Daily Helsingin sanomat newspaper, Minister of Economic Affairs Mika Lintilä (Center) has accused Finland of delaying the finalization of a new travel policy which determines who can visit the […]
