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LET’S UNPACK THAT: As a Unesco-partnered non-profit launches a soft skills programme to fill a gap among those aged 16 to 25, Ellie Muir asks whether members of her generation – who are often represented as workshy phone addicts – require a complete overhaul, or if they’ve been failed by…

Groundworker Daniel Graham and mechanic Adam Carruthers each deny two counts of criminal damage to the tree and Hadrian’s Wall.

The city of Bath in southwest England loves its rugby

Sonic Heritage captures the sounds of 270 UNESCO World Heritage sites — inviting us to tune in to some of the most culturally significant places on Earth.

I first spoke to freshwater scientist Calum MacNeil in February 2022. He explained to me that The Isle of Man – a self-governing island in the Irish Sea between the UK and and Ireland – was being cast as world’s only “all-nation” Unesco biosphere reserve.

The Isle of Man government has said it is “fully committed to environmental protection and transparency” regarding its Unesco biosphere status – despite admitting that legacy landfill sites are discharging hazardous chemical contaminants into the sea.

The production and use of toxic synthetic chemicals called polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) were banned internationally more than 40 years ago. There is a great deal of evidence that they are carcinogens and hormone disrupters in mammals and can cause birth defects.

ONE of Scotland’s most visited islands has been recognised on the international stage for its heritage, rich biodiversity and sustainable…

With captivating histories and artistic splendours, some of these incredible places of worship have also become key tourist attractions.