UNESCO World Heritage Sites: New Inscriptions & Africa Focus
UNESCO inscribed 26 new sites, prioritizing Africa. Highlights include Mount Kumgang & megaliths. US withdrew. Ancient sites dominate. Focus on heritage protection and cultural value.
Murujuga Rock Art: UNESCO Listing Debate & Gas Plant Expansion
Debate intensifies over Murujuga rock art's UNESCO World Heritage listing amidst gas plant expansion concerns. Pollution & political influence claims surface, sparking controversy over preservation.