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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

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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

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Dependence on Tech Caused ‘Staggering’ Education Inequality, U.N. Agency Says

Heavy reliance on online remote learning during the pandemic drew attention away from more equitable ways of teaching children at home, a UNESCO report says.

By Natasha Singer

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Can Old-World Horezu Pottery Survive Modern Tastes?

A style of pottery made for centuries in a small Romanian town has recently become a hot commodity.

By Chantel Tattoli and Marko Risovic