Australia in the News
It has recently been reported that Australia’s Ningaloo Coast has been listed as a World Heritage site. The World Heritage listing is bestowed by UNESCO, […]
The enduring architecture of the UN headquarters
The United Nations does not really need introduction, being the well known world body established to settle and sort out world disputes. The headquarters of […]
History And Holidays In Paphos
In the past Paphos was the capital of Cyprus, with history that stretches back thousands of years. Its heritage has been secured by the United […]
Is Rockley Park Built On Dinosaurs?.
World Heritage Sites are locations of “outstanding universal value”‘ chosen by UNESCO ( the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation). The Dorset and East […]
Cruiseships in the Geiranger Fjord
Smog has begun settling over Norway’s scenic Geiranger Fjord, which won a spot on the United Nations’ “World Heritage” list in 2006. Emissions from the […]
World Briefing | Europe: France, Italy: Differing Views on Iran Threat
New York Times: President Nicolas Sarkozy of France, known for his frank manner, directly accused Iran of seeking nuclear weapons and suggested tougher United Nations […]
Italy suggests NATO, U.N. guidelines on ransoms
Reuters: ROME – Italy, criticized over a prisoner swap with the Taliban last month, said on Thursday NATO and the United Nations should consider guidelines […]