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An American Soprano on the Importance of Opera

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An American Soprano on the Importance of Opera

An American soprano who sang when the United States rejoined UNESCO weighed in on the agency’s addition of Italian opera singing to a heritage list.

By Farah Nayeri

Sanliurfa, Turkey, Resounds With Music, Food, Cultue and History

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Sanliurfa, Turkey, Resounds With Music, Food, Cultue and History

The city in southeastern Turkey resounds with music, food and culture — and echoes with more than 11,000 years of human history.

By Barry Yourgrau

Ancient Earthworks Trodden by Golfers Become a World Heritage Site

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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.

By Sarah Bahr

Venice Keeps Off UNESCO World Heritage Danger List

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Venice Keeps Off 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.

By Elisabetta Povoledo