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Only 400 tourists at a time can visit this stunning, one-of-a-kind island escape — here's why
“There is that strong generational feeling of protecting their island," said Ian Hutton, a naturalist and photographer who has lived locally since 1980.
Parkour tourists damage ancient building in Italy, sparking backlash over viral video
But fans were left furious when one of the freerunners caused damage to a historic building after they shared the stunt to their Instagram page.
If the United Nations grant Palestine 'statehood status' a future prez could cut off funding to UN
The action provides the legal basis for a president — a future President Donald Trump, say, — to finally end all US funding to the world body.
Exploring the villages, pubs and castles of Dublin's answer to Malibu
The Irish capital's C-shaped stretch of bay that begins just east of the city center is in the spotlight thanks to the success of “Bad Sisters.”
Jill Biden escapes to France for UN event as Hunter appears in court
The 72-year-old -- whom Hunter once called an "entitled c--t" in text messages found on his abandoned laptop -- grinned and shook hands with officials in Paris.
17-year-old tourist accused of vandalizing 8th-century Japanese temple
The vandalism took place at the Toshodaiji Kondo temple built in 759 AD in the city of Nara, Japan.
Biden's foolish rush to rejoin UNESCO has nothing to do with China
Demonstrating yet again that it’s little more than Barack Obama’s third term, the Biden White House is once more pressing to rejoin UNESCO.
Bird-watching American tourist mysteriously disappears while visiting ancient Mayan ruins
Raymond Vincent Ashcroft, 66, and his wife were visiting the renowned Mayan city of Tikal with a bird-watching group on Feb. 3 when he mysteriously vanished, authorities said.
Tourist who sparked ire by dancing on Mayan pyramid steps ID'd as Mexican national
Abigail Villalobos, a 29-year-old Mexican national, was fined the equivalent of $260 for climbing the Mayan Temple of Kukulcán in Chichén Itzá, Mexico, which outraged a crowd of tourists watching...
Tourist doused with water after dancing on off-limits Mayan pyramid in Mexico
A woman said to be from Spain was attacked by an angry crowd in Mexico after ignoring the rules and climbing to the top of the ancient Mayan Temple of...
2 tourists killed, 3 injured in hot air balloon accident in Turkey
A hot air balloon carrying 28 tourists in the Cappadocia region of Turkey had a hard landing during an excursion Tuesday, leaving two Spanish tourists dead and three others injured.
When in Rome: US tourist chucks scooter down iconic Spanish Steps, causing $26K in damage
An American visitor and her boyfriend were charged $430 each after officials said the woman hurled her rental scooter down the Spanish Steps, causing $26,000 worth of damage.
Over 50 Ukraine historic, religious sites damaged in war: UNESCO
Russian attacks have damaged at least 53 historical sites, religious buildings and museums in Ukraine, and the number is likely higher, UNESCO said.
UNESCO lists Viking-era wooden sailboats on heritage list
For thousands of years, wooden sailboats allowed the peoples of Northern Europe to spread trade, influence and sometimes war across seas and continents.
LaGuardia wins 'best new airport' award for its $4B Terminal B
The airport is in the midst of $8 billion worth of rehab — Delta Airlines is wrapping up another $4 billion worth of work on a new Terminal C, which...
Two Congos seek UNESCO listing to reclaim rumba's rhythms
Rumba remains at the core of African music, and a movement has emerged to cement its reputation and secure its protection.
Mexico City taps solar energy to clean up historic Aztec-era canals
Mexican scientists have developed a unique "nanobubble" system using solar energy to improve water quality in the canals of Mexico City's Xochimilco ecological zone.
Indonesia says 'Jurassic Park' project on track despite UNESCO warnings
Despite UNESCO warnings the construction could have a negative environmental impact on Komodo Dragons at Indonesia's Komodo National Park, it continues.
UNESCO chides Australia over Great Barrier Reef proposal
BEIJING — The Chinese host of this year’s meeting of the U.N. World Heritage Committee has defended the body’s proposal to label the Great Barrier Reef as “in danger” against...
Fury cross the Mersey: Liverpool loses world heritage status
UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee voted in a secret ballot to remove the designation because of developments in the city center and on its historic River Mersey waterfront.