Mexico's federal archaeology agency has accused the conservative-governed city of Guanajuato for its alleged mishandling of a renowned mummified body, officials say.
The United Nations member countries have finalized a new treaty aimed at better tracing traditional knowledge related to genetic resources, officials say.
Spanish police have recovered the fourth painting out of five stolen Francis Bacon pieces from a Madrid apartment in 2015. The recovered painting was made in 1989.
A major project to construct a subway line under ancient Roman ruins has reached a crucial phase. The project aims to alleviate Rome's transportation challenges.
Turkey has converted the ancient Chora church in Istanbul, previously a museum for over 70 years, into a mosque, marking the second major conversion in recent months.
Passinho, the vibrant dance style born in Rio de Janeiro's favelas, was officially recognized as an "intangible cultural heritage" by legislators in the state of Rio.
The Prado Museum in Spain has confirmed the authenticity of a painting titled "Ecce Homo" by Italian Baroque master Caravaggio, previously thought lost.
The resurgence of hip-hop in China has marked a significant journey from suppression to prominence. In 2018, Chinese censors imposed restrictions on hip-hop.