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Jan 12

"Pythagorean theorem, what's the use?" Many find maths abstract and boring, but quite the opposite is true. From using our phones to controlling the spread of an epidemic or predicting cyclone trajectory, it’s all about maths. More in our latest issue: courier.unesco.org/en/latest

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South African schools' maths results are alarming. This is partly caused by a lack of qualified teachers and the effects of past segregation policies. How do we solve this problem? Read the full article in the latest

issue: ow.ly/OXKx50N7eJZ

Feb 23

Why is maths often perceived as difficult? We sat down with

@ddmeyer

to get to the root of the problem. Maths has a perception problem among students and teachers are partly responsible. Read more about it in the latest issue of the

: on.unesco.org/3XTJbI5

#Education #Sciences #Culture

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Feb 20

Journalist, author, CEO, activist. No one is more equipped than

@mariaressa

to advocate for stricter digital regulations. Listen to her compelling thoughts at the #InternetForTrust conference on 21-23 Feb. Join the conversation: on.unesco.org/3OzyWFI

Feb 20

Could there be a more inclusive, community-based internet? Find out in the

's interview with American author Joanne McNeil (

@jomc

). on.unesco.org/3JaZQiW #InternetForTrust

Feb 16

The metaverse relies on artificial intelligence models and cloud services that require large amounts of energy. Researchers Liu Jianya and Guo Liang argue that maths may be the key to solve this problem. Read the full interview in our latest issue: on.unesco.org/3xsKa7h

Feb 10

Unprecedented problems require innovative solutions. The Norwegian model is a great example of how maths can be harnessed as a strategy to improve public health during times of crises. Read the latest

to discover how this was possible: on.unesco.org/3YvzxMp

Feb 2

How can we harness the power of mathematics for humanity? Using Big Data may be the solution. This approach makes it possible to map out the socio-economic state of a country, encouraging humanitarian aid in areas where its needed. Read more: on.unesco.org/3wGsdBB

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Jan 26

How can maths predict the weather? Scientists are experimenting with neural networks that can detect patterns in data and produce accurate forecasts. This can improve the productivity of crop cultivation in India during monsoon season 🌧️ Read more: on.unesco.org/3kHIcgc

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Jan 19

As the world faces social, climatic and technological challenges, our latest issue explores the key role of mathematics, from optimising transportation networks to predicting cyclone trajectory, to controlling the spread of an epidemic. 🔗on.unesco.org/3XoRDzt

Dec 7, 2022

Are humans superior to animals? Belgian philosopher and psychologist, Vinciane Despret, puts the idea of human exceptionalism into question. She reflects on how it may effect our views on the global decline of species. More in the

: bit.ly/3Bg1Zso #COP15

Nov 18, 2022

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Nov 17, 2022

Philosophy is a bastion against the narrowing of opinions. Join us today in celebrating World #PhilosophyDay and explore some of the writings of Edgar Morin, master of complex thought, in the

: on.unesco.org/3qwfWfo

Key Conventions 👇

Nov 7, 2022

Marie Skłodowska-Curie, first woman to win the Nobel Prize twice, was born #OnThisDay in 1867. Today we pay tribute to this woman who dedicated her life to scientific research. Check out our 1967 issue, published on the 100th anniversary of her birthday: on.unesco.org/2tmMr21

Nov 2, 2022

Over the past decade, 1 journalist has been killed every 4 days on average. What's even more worrying: 9 of 10 of these killings remain unsolved. When journalists can't ask, we can't act. We MUST #EndImpunity now! Learn more in the

: on.unesco.org/3pleE8y

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Oct 25, 2022

"Everything you can imagine is real." Few people have made such an impact on 20th century #art as #PabloPicasso, born #OnThisDay in 1881. Check out our issue devoted to this inexhaustible, contradictory, astonishing creative genius: on.unesco.org/2BEI33p

Oct 24, 2022

"He loved to share the pleasure of learning & studying." This is what he did throughout his life as a journalist, and particularly during his time at The

. Tribute to Sandy Koffler, founder of the

, born #OnThisDay in 1916! on.unesco.org/2PgDUvx

✨ This week at

, Spanish actress

became our newest Goodwill Ambassador for Cultural Diversity! Before the ceremony at HQ, we got the chance to sit down with her for an exclusive

interview. Check it out here: on.unesco.org/3MOe2lv

Oct 21, 2022

This #FlashBackFriday, take a detour into the past to better orient yourself in the future: on.unesco.org/2Ot6FAa #StandUp4HumanRights

Oct 20, 2022

"Frugality can, in this instrumental way, be a personal good. It can also be a community good. A frugal community can save and invest for a better future." Be inspired by the renewed relevance of James Griffin’s words from 1998. on.unesco.org/2x3HukP

Oct 18, 2022

Since the 15th century, 61% of the global loss of species to extinction has occurred on islands – due to poaching, habitat loss and invasive species. Now, measures have been put in place to preserve the exceptional wealth of islands. on.unesco.org/3xfISeh

Oct 16, 2022

"There is no sin except stupidity." Tribute to Irish poet, playwright and novelist Oscar Wilde, born #OnThisDay in 1854. 📜 on.unesco.org/2OQDieQ

Oct 14, 2022

Novels are for everyone! Beyond transporting us to other universes, they can help win the battle against ignorance. Do you remember the first novel that really impacted you? Tell us in the comments 👇

The UNESCO Courier issues on books

Oct 12, 2022

Gabriel García Márquez's magical realism can certainly provide inspiration and relief. Check out our interview with Gabriel García Márquez to mark World Novel Week. on.unesco.org/3BLrNfD #ShareCulture

Oct 11, 2022

DYK? Antoine Saint-Éxupéry's The Little Prince has: 📚sold 200 million copies worldwide 🖊️400 official translations On #WorldNovelWeek, read more about children’s literature as our common heritage: on.unesco.org/2V0Ike5

Oct 7, 2022

Since Galileo, we all want to discover the enigmas of the universe. The

is no exception. In 1982, a copy of the Courier travelled into space. This #FlashbackFriday, read what happened back on Earth 😉 on.unesco.org/2VnaITz #WorldSpaceWeek

Oct 4, 2022

Are we really using science to build the future we want? Find out👇

The state of science across the globe

Oct 3, 2022

Who will be this year’s laureates? As the winners of the

@NobelPrize

are announced this week, read our issue ”Nobel laureates look ahead” – bringing together previous winners in discussions on science, technology, medicine, peace & development: on.unesco.org/3a5Pguk

Sep 30, 2022

This #TranslationDay, discover what UNESCO’s Index Translationum is 👀

UNESCO’s Index Translationum

#Education #Sciences #Culture

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Sep 30, 2022

What does it really mean to translate? On International Translation Day, we explore what this practice really entails. Check it out —> on.unesco.org/3LPo9FX #TranslationDay

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Sep 28, 2022

What is #MONDIACULT2022 and why are we talking about it in our latest issue?

Culture, a global public good

Sep 27, 2022

Our fight for on-screen diversity must continue. Read the

interview with

@YalitzaAparicio

on her efforts in both empowering and promoting #IndigenousPeoples’ rights. on.unesco.org/3xJ0odg #WeAreIndigenous #Mondiacult2022

Sep 23, 2022

Women rights are #HumanRights! ✊ Back in 1955, the

was already involved in gender issues by discussing the role of women in our society. Here's our #FlashBackFriday read for you: bit.ly/3BB8Egi

Sep 22, 2022

What means do we have to prevent extinction? Silver bullet ❌ Plenty of success stories to learn from ✅ Learn more about the choices we need to make today for the #biodiversity of tomorrow in the

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What means do we have to prevent extinction?

Sep 21, 2022

"Dear Professor Freud, Is there any way of delivering mankind from the menace of war?" So begins a letter written by #Einstein to #Freud in 1933. On #PeaceDay, (re)discover this letter in the

: on.unesco.org/2VdV7Y6

Sep 20, 2022

Do translation professionals have a reason to worry? The

takes stock of the situation. Check it our 👇

The translator, an endangered species?

Sep 16, 2022

Have you ever had someone explain a joke to you, why it’s (supposedly) funny? Yep, the translation of a joke would most times fall flat or be incomprehensible, says translator Marina Ilari in the

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Humour: A real puzzle for translators

Sep 15, 2022

Culture is what defines us - our values, our heritage, our knowledge. For all these reasons, we must address culture as a global public good! Read our issue to learn more: on.unesco.org/3DJUFpe #MONDIACULT2022