UNESCO endorses global network of ocean robots to collect weather data

UNESCO has endorsed a global network of uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) to sail the seas collecting data to improve weather and climate forecasting, maritime security awareness, wildlife surveys and more. In April 2025, an international collaboration led …

India still grapples with gap with schooling and learning: Unesco report

Unesco's GEM Report 2024-25 reveals India's struggle with learning outcomes despite near-universal primary education enrolment. The report highlights inadequate school leadership due to non-standardized recruitment, lack of training, and …

Ballarat’s UNESCO Creative City status drives craft renaissance and economic growth

In the historic gold rush city of Ballarat, a different kind of prosperity is taking shape. Since receiving UNESCO Creative City of Craft and Folk Arts designation in 2019, the city has transformed its creative sector into a powerful economic engine – …

L’Oréal, UNESCO launch 2025 for women in science

L’Oréal Caribe, UNESCO Launch 2025 Call to Empower Young Women in Science Across the Caribbean  L’Oréal Caribe and the UNESCO Office for the Caribbean announce the opening of the 2025 For Women in Science – Young Talents Caribbean Region program, inviting …

Inside Story: UNESCO site in Bonavista works to maintain status

There are five UNESCO designated cultural and natural wonders in this province, each attracting unique tourists from around the world. As NTV’s Ryan Harding reports, the province’s newest UNESCO site is hard at work to ensure it keeps the prestigious title …

Thailand to host UNESCO Forum on ethics and kick off Bangkok AI Week 2025

Over 800 delegates from 194 countries will gather in Bangkok this June for the 3rd UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI, as Thailand takes center stage in shaping responsible, inclusive AI policy and innovation. BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand is hosting …

Ninh Binh seeks UNESCO recognition of Han-Nom Inscriptions on Non Nuoc Mountain

This event aimed to gather opinions from foreign experts, scholars, and managers in the cultural field on the process of developing and finalizing the nomination dossier for the Han (Sino-script)-Nom (Vietnamese ideographic script) Inscriptions on Non Nuoc …

Learning outcome India's key school challenge: Unesco

A recent UNESCO report reveals India's struggle with learning outcomes and school leadership despite high primary school enrollment. Globally, the report highlights a significant under-representation of women in educational leadership roles, from …

New Heritage Conservation Committee orders audit of past restoration approvals in India’s first UNESCO World Heritage ...

Cuba advocates for the integration of traditional medicine and scientific knowledge at UNESCO

The products included in the project include those created from herbs such as chamomile, mint, basil, and rosemary, all of which have been extensively researched in Cuba   Havana, June 4 (RHC) Cuba has proposed a local development project, which blends …