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Switzerland's Unique Singing Tradition Seeks Global Recognition

December 11, 2025

Switzerland is making a bold move to get its traditional yodelling added to a special list by the United Nations. This list is meant to protect and celebrate cultural practices from around the world. The decision on whether yodelling makes the cut is expected soon. Yodelling is a special way of sin

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Pharrell Williams' New UNESCO Role: A Surprising Turn

December 19, 2024

Pharrell Williams, known for his 13 Grammy wins and numerous award nominations, has taken on a new challenge. On December 17, the singer, producer, and songwriter was appointed as UNESCO’s goodwill ambassador for artistic education and entrepreneurship. This rare honor, bestowed in a Paris ceremony,

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Pharrell Williams Joins UNESCO as Goodwill Ambassador for Education and Entrepreneurship

December 18, 2024

Pop star and fashion designer Pharrell Williams was appointed as UNESCO’s goodwill ambassador for artistic education and entrepreneurship in Paris. This comes after his notable appearances in the city as the Louis Vuitton menswear artistic director and a performer at Notre Dame Cathedral’s reopening