Keywords: Cultural Heritage


Ancient graves in Tangier turned into open dump sites

In Tangier, ancient graves dating back to Phoenician and Roman times are increasingly neglected, some located on the Hafa cliff in the Marshan district. These sites, carved directly into the rock, reveal silhouettes and shapes that speak to the city’s long Mediterranean history. Yet today, they......

Cambodia recovers 74 looted Khmer artifacts from British dealer’s estate

Cambodia has formally welcomed 74 looted Khmer artifacts back into its national collection, marking one of the country’s largest single recoveries of stolen cultural property in recent years. The sculptures and ritual objects, many hundreds of years old, were unveiled at the National Museum in......

Morocco mourns death of acclaimed filmmaker Mohamed Ahed Bensouda

Mohamed Ahed Bensouda, a pioneering Moroccan director whose socially conscious films tackled taboo subjects and earned international recognition, passed away on February 3, 2026, at the age of 56. His death prompted widespread mourning across Moroccan media, with tributes highlighting his bold approach......

Macron advocates UNESCO status for French bistros and cafés

President Emmanuel Macron urged the inclusion of France's bistros and cafés on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage during the traditional Epiphany galette ceremony at the Élysée Palace on Monday. He highlighted their role in preserving French culinary traditions,......

India displays Buddha gems returned after more than a century abroad

India has officially unveiled a collection of ancient gems associated with the Buddha, marking their first public display in the country since they were taken abroad during the colonial era more than a century ago. The artefacts are being exhibited in New Delhi, drawing strong interest from historians,......

Zohour Alaoui steers UNESCO council toward inclusive education and cultural preservation

Zohour Alaoui, a prominent Moroccan figure in education and cultural advocacy, has been appointed head of the Administrative Council of the International Union of French Language Leagues (UICN) associated with UNESCO. This pivotal election, finalized in December 2025 during a session in Paris, places......

Moroccan craftsmanship takes center stage during AFCON Morocco 2025

Moroccan craftsmanship is playing a prominent role during the Africa Cup of Nations hosted by Morocco in 2025, with dedicated artisan spaces set up in several host cities. The initiative aims to showcase the country’s rich cultural heritage alongside one of Africa’s most significant sporting......

CAN 2025: Moroccan craftsmanship showcased prominently

Moroccan craftsmanship is taking center stage during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2025, with dedicated exhibition spaces set up in fan zones across the host cities. The initiative is led by the State Secretariat for Handicrafts and the Social and Solidarity Economy, in coordination with the Maison......

Laser technology renews Rome’s ancient column of Marcus Aurelius

Italian conservators have embarked on an ambitious restoration of the Column of Marcus Aurelius in Rome, using laser technology to carefully remove centuries of grime from the monument’s marble surface. This marks the first major restoration of the ancient landmark in more than forty years and......