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A Newtown preschool teacher who helps two-year-olds discover the world just won a prestigious award celebrating early educators who change lives. Emily Frame is one of 15 teachers in southeastern Pennsylvania honored with the Terri Lynne Lokoff Teacher Award.
A Maryland kindergarten teacher who teaches "the whole child" was surprised with confetti and cheers when she won a prestigious Golden Apple Award. Heather Little's students say the most important lesson she taught them was kindness.
Nine teachers across Washington's Mid-Columbia region just received one of education's most prestigious honors, along with $1,500 each to celebrate their life-changing work. The 28th annual Crystal Apple Awards also honored a late career education champion who transformed thousands of lives.
While global wildlife populations have plummeted 75% since 1970, animals living in Unesco-protected areas are thriving and holding steady. These protected zones now shelter a third of the world's remaining elephants, tigers, and pandas.
While global wildlife has crashed 73% since the 1970s, animals and plants inside UNESCO's protected territories are thriving. A new landmark report reveals these 2,260 sites are home to 60% of all mapped species on Earth.
The West Bengal university town founded by Rabindranath Tagore's family has moved closer to UNESCO World Heritage recognition after receiving a key recommendation. If approved, Santiniketan will become the state's second cultural symbol on the prestigious list.
A new UNESCO report celebrates Morocco's dramatic success in getting more children into classrooms, marking a major education milestone for the North African nation. The progress represents years of targeted reforms to ensure every child has access to learning.
Turkey earned recognition as a global education success story at a UNESCO meeting in Paris, proving that steady investment and long-term planning can transform learning opportunities nationwide. The country's 23-year journey shows other nations that ambitious education goals are within reach.
The century-old genre that became the soundtrack of West African independence just earned UNESCO's highest cultural honor. Young musicians are now carrying Highlife into its second century with fresh energy.
Four new European destinations just earned UNESCO Global Geopark status, protecting geological wonders millions of years in the making. From volcanic craters in Greece to Ireland's only fjord, these sites celebrate Earth's ancient history while supporting local communities.
Turkey earned recognition as an education success story at a major UNESCO conference in Paris, proving that long-term commitment to reform can transform nationwide learning opportunities. The achievement offers hope that global education goals remain within reach despite mounting challenges.
Mexico City's Iztapalapa borough celebrated its 183-year-old Easter tradition for the first time since UNESCO recognized it as world cultural heritage. What began as a cholera outbreak promise now draws 2 million visitors to one of the world's largest religious reenactments.
The Bijagos Archipelago, home to the world's only saltwater hippos, just earned a spot on UNESCO's World Heritage List. For Guinea-Bissau, this recognition marks a major milestone in protecting 88 unique islands.
After nearly seven decades of patient excavation, the legendary ancient city of Sardis in Turkey has earned UNESCO World Heritage status. The Harvard Cornell team's unwavering commitment shows how the biggest archaeological breakthroughs come from sustained dedication.
Colombia just took a major step toward making education accessible at every stage of life. Nine cities joined forces this week to establish a national UNESCO Learning Cities Network, transforming how communities approach learning and innovation.
A 183-year-old Easter tradition in Mexico City just became UNESCO's newest Intangible Cultural Heritage site. The massive Good Friday performance blends ancient Mesoamerican rituals with Christian faith in a powerful celebration of community.
A Hutto kindergarten teacher became the only Texas educator to win the prestigious Milken Educator Award this year, along with a $25,000 prize. Olivia Joseph, who teaches at her own alma mater's district, was surprised with the honor in front of cheerleaders, dignitaries, and her entire school.
Six Lee County teachers received surprise Golden Apple awards on Friday, celebrating their innovation and dedication to students. From music educators to classroom teachers, each winner demonstrates how passion transforms education.
A university in Indonesia has earned a seat at the table with the world's top cultural technology innovators. Dr. Fitriana Puspita Dewi represented Universitas Brawijaya at a UNESCO forum bringing together experts from Singapore, China, South Korea, and Italy to blend art with digital innovation.
India's ancient monuments are experiencing a tourism renaissance, with six UNESCO World Heritage Sites emerging as bucket-list destinations for travelers worldwide. From the Taj Mahal's timeless elegance to Hampi's boulder-strewn ruins, these architectural marvels prove that preservation pays off.
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