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Floods in Niger postpone start of new school year

Niger's military government postponed the start of the school year to October 28 due to heavy rains and flooding. More than 300 people have died and 800,000 have been affected by the worst floods in 30 years in the region.

News of the World • September 21, 10:19 AM • 16850 views

September 20: World Cleanup Day, Rice Day

For the first time, World Cleanup Day was held in 2018, when its participants managed to collect more than 80 thousand tons of garbage around the world. This year, at least 100 million people from 197 countries will join World Cleanup Day.

UNN Lite • September 20, 03:03 AM • 128568 views

UNESCO to help conduct archaeological research in the affected areas of the Kakhovka Dam

UNESCO will support archaeological research in the areas affected by the destruction of the Kakhovka HPP. The organization will help with monitoring, coordination, and training on recording crimes related to cultural property.

Society • August 6, 10:50 AM • 25936 views

Occupants in Crimea massively cut down trees for construction of fortifications

Russian invaders in the occupied Crimea have started massive felling of trees to build fortifications on the coast. Local residents report trucks with logs heading to the occupiers' positions.

Society • August 2, 02:41 PM • 31744 views

Ukraine appeals to UNESCO to protect Tauric Chersonese in Crimea

Ukraine asks UNESCO to protect Chersonesos Tavriya from the illegal actions of the Russian Federation in the occupied Crimea. The occupiers are carrying out construction work and archaeological excavations, which have damaged 80,215 square meters of the monument.

Society • August 1, 02:32 PM • 16846 views

Ukraine may establish a cultural council at the Presidential Office

The head of the Presidential Administration, Andriy Yermak, proposed to create a council on culture at the Office of the President. He emphasized the importance of culture during the war and noted the contribution of cultural figures to the fight against the aggressor.

Politics • July 25, 06:35 PM • 68234 views

The roof and the side that was destroyed have been partially restored: Kiper on the restoration of the Transfiguration Cathedral

The Holy Transfiguration Cathedral in Odesa, damaged by Russian shelling, has partially restored the roof and the most damaged side. Services are already being held, and the restoration is funded by donations from citizens.

War • July 23, 03:58 PM • 34616 views

July 20: International Moon Day, World Chess Day

Today, on July 20, all space enthusiasts can join the celebration of International Moon Day. It was on July 20, 1969, that American astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin first set foot on the surface of the Earth's satellite.

UNN Lite • July 20, 03:07 AM • 105164 views

More than 2 thousand objects of cultural infrastructure damaged or destroyed due to Russian aggression

More than 2,000 cultural infrastructure facilities and at least 1,086 cultural heritage sites have been damaged or destroyed as a result of Russian aggression in Ukraine.

War • July 15, 08:35 AM • 18567 views

July 15: Day of Ukrainian Statehood, Day of the Baptism of Rus-Ukraine

On July 15, Ukraine celebrates the Day of Ukrainian Statehood, which is dedicated to the baptism of Kyivan Rus by Prince Volodymyr in 988 and the establishment of Christianity on the territory of our country.

UNN Lite • July 15, 03:09 AM • 119354 views

Japanese authorities introduce a fee for tourists to climb Mount Fuji

The new conditions for climbing Mount Fuji, including a $12 fee and a daily limit of 4,000 tourists, were introduced to protect the UNESCO World Heritage Site and ensure the safety of visitors.

Society • July 2, 12:53 AM • 18025 views

More than 100 new languages to be added to Google Translate: Crimean Tatar among them

Google has announced the largest expansion of its translator yet, adding 110 new languages, including Crimean Tatar, Afar, Cantonese, Mansi, Nko, Panjabi (Shahmukhi), Tamazight (Amazigh), and Tok Pisin, with about a quarter of them coming from Africa.

News of the World • June 27, 01:19 PM • 105245 views

Ukraine became a member of the Intergovernmental Committee for the protection of intangible cultural heritage of UNESCO

Deputy Minister of culture Anastasia Bondar notes that this is a historic event for Ukraine and an important step in the protection of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Politics • June 11, 11:55 AM • 13807 views

Wedding ceremony "reading the crown" from Volhynia included in the cultural heritage

The national list of elements of the intangible cultural heritage of Ukraine includes the wedding ceremony "reading the crown" from Volhynia and Rivne region, which involves reading parting words to a young family with wise life rules and wishes.

Culture • June 6, 11:54 AM • 18357 views

NBU presents commemorative coin dedicated to Crimean Tatar ornament

The National Bank of Ukraine presented commemorative coins "Ornek. Crimean Tatar Ornament" dedicated to the traditional ornament of the Crimean Tatars, one of the indigenous peoples of Ukraine, which in 2021 was included in the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Society • May 24, 09:47 AM • 17511 views

MAF church to be dismantled near Tithe Church in Kyiv

An illegal religious building, a "church-MAF," was dismantled on the territory of the National Museum of History of Ukraine in Kyiv, following a court order to eliminate unauthorized construction.

Society • May 17, 07:14 AM • 27617 views

World Embroidery Day, International Day of Light. What else can be celebrated on May 16

Today, on the third Thursday of May, all Ukrainians, representatives of the Ukrainian diaspora abroad, and people who honor our national and cultural traditions join the celebration of World Vyshyvanka Day, which was launched in 2006 by a group of students from Chernivtsi National University.

UNN Lite • May 16, 03:17 AM • 139116 views

British Intelligence Analyzes the Damage Caused by Russia to Ukraine's Cultural Heritage

Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine continues to cause serious damage to Ukraine's historical and cultural heritage: according to British intelligence, as of early May 2024, 1,987 cultural institutions had suffered damage and 1,062 heritage sites had been destroyed or damaged.

War • May 15, 11:01 AM • 39657 views

Pulitzer Prize honors ProPublica for public service and reporting from the Supreme Court

ProPublica won the Pulitzer Prize for Public Service for its investigative reporting exposing the lavish gifts and free trips that billionaires have given to Supreme Court justices over the years. The Pulitzer Prize also honors work in journalism in 15 different categories. This year there is a special award for journalists covering the war between Israel and Hamas.

Culture • May 7, 05:24 PM • 25103 views

Ukrainian audio guides have already appeared in 44 countries

Ukrainian audio guides and bookshelves are already present in 44 countries, including Finland, Canada, Hungary, Ireland, Poland, Portugal, and others. They were installed as part of initiatives to popularize Ukrainian culture around the world.

Culture • May 7, 02:19 PM • 20627 views

Green tourism in Ukraine is growing, but needs a marketing push

Green tourism is developing in Ukraine, but it lacks marketing and promotion, and the new law on tourism is expected to help collect information on all accommodation facilities to address this problem.

Society • May 4, 11:19 AM • 23356 views

UNESCO awards press freedom prize to all Palestinian journalists

UNESCO awarded the World Press Freedom Prize to all Palestinian journalists.

News of the World • May 3, 06:59 AM • 17537 views

Russian invaders destroyed and damaged 1987 cultural infrastructure facilities in Ukraine

In Ukraine, 1987 cultural institutions were affected by Russian aggression, 324 of which were completely destroyed.

War • May 2, 12:41 PM • 17348 views

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More than 218 thousand devices delivered to Ukrainian students and teachers for learning in war conditions

Since the start of the full-scale invasion, the Ministry of Education and Science, with the support of international partners, has provided 218,188 devices to Ukrainian students and teachers, most of them in Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipro regions.

Society • May 2, 09:48 AM • 175977 views

April 23: World Book and Copyright Day, All-Ukrainian Psychologist Day

On World Book and Copyright Day, UNESCO celebrates the importance of protecting literary works and the rights of authors. The first copyright laws appeared in the 18th century.

UNN Lite • April 23, 03:03 AM • 132403 views

Ancient caves of Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra digitized in 3D by Ukrainian company - Ministry of Culture

Lviv-based Skeiron has digitized the caves of the Kyiv Cave Monastery, one of the most important historical and religious sites in Ukraine, creating a 3D model of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Culture • April 3, 07:27 PM • 101356 views

UNESCO approves emergency assistance program for Ukraine

UNESCO has approved an emergency assistance program to monitor and address the environmental damage caused by Russia's destruction of the Kakhovka Dam in Ukraine, mobilizing more than $66 million to restore Ukraine's cultural heritage, education and science affected by Russian aggression.

War • March 28, 12:06 PM • 24604 views

Ukraine and UNESCO outline a plan to preserve cultural heritage in times of war

Representatives of the ICIP and UNESCO discussed plans for the preservation and restoration of cultural heritage sites and infrastructure in Ukraine affected by the Russian invasion, including monitoring of damage, training of military and judicial personnel, and organization of international conferences on the protection of cultural property.

War • March 21, 08:09 PM • 33705 views

Values, patriotism, unity: "MHP-Hromada has supported cultural projects worth over UAH 70 million over two years of full-scale war

Since the beginning of the full-scale war, the MHP-Community Charitable Foundation has allocated more than UAH 70 million to support cultural projects focused on values, patriotism and unity.

Society • March 20, 06:17 PM • 27619 views

International Mother Language Day, World Kombucha Day. What else can be celebrated on February 21

Today is the International Mother Language Day, established in 1999 by UNESCO to preserve languages and cultural heritage, as scientists estimate that 43% of existing languages are endangered.

UNN Lite • February 21, 04:11 AM • 27547 views

A Selection of Films About the Life of Jesus Christ: 9 Movies Based on the Most Famous Biblical Story

The State Statistics Service reported how much the prices for Easter cake ingredients have increased in a year

Easter 2025: where and when to watch the online broadcast of church services

President Zelenskyy imposes sanctions against Kremlin propagandists and manufacturers of Iskander missiles: who is on the list

The European Business Association calls on the authorities to strengthen the fight against "gray" imports of equipment

The Ombudsman will consider the complaint of the head of the anti-corruption committee against ARMA for concealing information

The Holy Fire: truth or falsehood, where to watch the broadcast

The US is ready to stop trying to make peace between Ukraine and Russia if there is no progress - Rubio

Easter services in Kyiv: where residents of the capital will be able to consecrate Easter bread

Russia's response regarding peace in Ukraine will be this week - Trump

"Must be destroyed": USA released notes of President Kennedy's killer

AFU advanced near Toretsk, the enemy had success in four areas of the front: ISW maps

Leak from Chinese laboratory: US changed official version about the origin of COVID-19

Catching up with Oleksandriya, the Lviv derby, the fight to get out of the relegation zone: UPL weekend matches preview

Technology powering Ukraine. How RSE became a symbol of energy independence during the war

Technology powering Ukraine. How RSE became a symbol of energy independence during the war

Catching up with Oleksandriya, the Lviv derby, the fight to get out of the relegation zone: UPL weekend matches preview

A Selection of Films About the Life of Jesus Christ: 9 Movies Based on the Most Famous Biblical Story

Easter services in the Vatican: how Catholics celebrate the Resurrection

Enrollment in first grades for the 2025-2026 academic year: what you need to know

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