Tag: Culture
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UNESCO Appoints Pharrell Williams as Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education
UNESCO has appointed Pharrell Williams as its Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship. Paris, December 19, 2024 — On Tuesday, Audrey Azoulay, the Director-General of UNESCO, appointed Pharrell Williams as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship during a ceremony at the Organization’s headquarters in Paris. Renowned as an Academy Award-nominated musician…
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UNESCO: The Absolute Authority on World Heritage Sites
UNESCO is the final authority that examines, evaluates, inscribes, and designates properties as World Heritage Sites. New Delhi, December 14, 2024 — In response to an inquiry presented in the Rajya Sabha, which is the upper house of the Parliament of India, Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Mr. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, provided pertinent information…
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Learn Home Designing with Joanna Gaines at MasterClass
MasterClass has announced that Joanna Gaines will share her unique design process in a step-by-step format. SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 26, 2024 — MasterClass, the streaming platform that allows anyone to learn from the world’s best, has announced that Joanna Gaines, cofounder of Magnolia, will teach a class on “Designing a Home That Tells Your Story.”…
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Victoria Kjaer Theilvig crowned Miss Universe 2024
Photo: Victoria Kjaer Theilvig from Denmark was crowned Miss Universe 2024 at the 73rd Miss Universe competition held in Mexico. Miss Universe Organization Official Photo. Mexico City, Mexico, November 16, 2024 — In a dazzling ceremony at the 73rd Miss Universe competition held in the vibrant setting of Mexico, Denmark’s Victoria Kjaer Theilvig was crowned…
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Elegant Crowns for Femina Miss India 2024
Narayan Jewellers designs three unique crowns featuring yellow diamonds, Mozambique rubies, and Zambian emeralds for the Femina Miss India 2024 winners. Mumbai, India, October 18, 2024: The Femina Miss India 2024 pageant concluded with glamour and elegance. Narayan Jewellers was the official crown and jewels partner, adding a touch of timeless grandeur to this prestigious…
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Rabat Named UNESCO World Book Capital 2026
UNESCO names Rabat, Morocco as World Book Capital for 2026. Featured Photo: General Policy Debate at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. Image © UNESCO/Christelle ALIX. Paris, France, October 17, 2024 — UNESCO’s Director-General, Audrey Azoulay, has designated Rabat, Morocco, as the World Book Capital for 2026, following recommendations from the World Book Capital Advisory Committee. “I…
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H&M and Anamika Khanna: Vibrant Indian Fashion for Global Appeal
H&M collaborates with Anamika Khanna to bring contemporary Indian style and craft to a global audience. NEW YORK, Sept. 5, 2024 — The collaboration between H&M and Anamika Khanna celebrates the Indian designer’s unique blend of glamour and craftsmanship with contemporary tailoring and luxurious loungewear. Inspired by Indian fashion, Anamika Khanna puts a fresh and…
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Shay Mitchell Joins Maybelline New York as Global Ambassador
Maybelline New York announces Shay Mitchell as Newest Global Brand Ambassador. NEW YORK, Aug. 28, 2024 — Maybelline New York, the world’s leading cosmetics brand, continues to build out its roster of cultural trendsetting global ambassadors with the addition of actress and entrepreneur, Shay Mitchell. A champion of self-expression and a true creative powerhouse, Mitchell…
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Chandigarh Heritage Conservation Committee (CHCC) 23rd Meeting Highlights
The Chandigarh Heritage Conservation Committee (CHCC) holds its 23rd Meeting. Chandigarh, India, August 8, 2024 — Shri Rajeev Verma, Adviser to the Administrator, UT (Union Territory) Chandigarh, presided over the 23rd meeting of the Chandigarh Heritage Conservation Committee (CHCC). Notable attendees included Smt. Anindita Mitra, Secretary Urban Planning-cum-Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Shri Vinay Partap Singh, Deputy…
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Introduces Modern Criminal Justice System in Chandigarh
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Mr. Amit Shah, launched e-Sakshya, Nyaya Setu, Nyaya Shruti, and e-Summon App for three new criminal laws in Chandigarh today. Chandigarh, India, August 4, 2024 — The Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, launched the e-Sakshya, Nyaya Setu, Nyaya Shruti, and e-Summon apps for…
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46th UNESCO World Heritage Committee Session Concludes in New Delhi, India
UNESCO World Heritage Committee Session concludes in New Delhi, India. New Delhi, India, July 31, 2024 — The 46th Session of the World Heritage Committee concluded successfully, marking a significant milestone in global heritage preservation. This event, hosted for the first time in India, brought together leaders and experts from all over the world. Prime…
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Prime Minister Modi to Inaugurate 46th UNESCO World Heritage Committee Session in New Delhi
Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate the 46th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee on July 21 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. New Delhi, India, July 20, 2024 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi will open the 46th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee at 7 PM on July 21, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam in…
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India to Host 46th UNESCO World Heritage Committee Session in New Delhi
India, a country with a rich cultural and political heritage, will proudly host the New Delhi UNESCO World Heritage Committee session from July 21 to 31. The 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee will take place at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The event expects over 2,500 delegates from 195 countries, including…
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International Jazz Day 2024: Thousands of Performances in 190+ Countries
Thousands of Performances and Events Presented in More Than 190 Countries, All Continents. TANGIER, Morocco, May 1, 2024 — The 13th annual International Jazz Day culminated in a momentous All-Star Global Concert from the new Palace of Arts and Culture of Tangier. This grand event, hosted by the internationally acclaimed actor Jeremy Irons, was a…
