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  "id": 18218405,
  "title": "(2nd LD) UNESCO likely to list traditional Korean paper 'hanji' as cultural heritage",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/2nd-ld-unesco-likely-to-list-traditional-korean-paper-hanji-as",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T00:54:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yonhap News",
    "slug": "yonhap-news",
    "url": "https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20261104010452315"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "South Korea is likely to have its traditional papermaking practice of hanji added to UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage, according to a recent recommendation. Hanji, made from mulberry tree bark, has been used for writing, printing, crafts, household objects, and ritual items for over a thousand years. The process of making hanji involves skilled artisans and community cooperation, emphasizing the importance of shared responsibility and environmental stewardship. The tradition is expected to become South Korea's 24th entry on UNESCO's list of cultural heritage, joining other notable practices like ancestral royal rites, pansori music, and the Ganggangsullae dance.",
  "summary": "SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- The knowledge and skills associated with the productio...",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Mainichi",
        "title": "UNESCO body recommends Japan's shodo calligraphy for cultural heritage list",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/unesco-body-recommends-japans-shodo-calligraphy-for-cultural-heritage",
        "published": "2026-11-04T22:33:48.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "UNESCO likely to list traditional Korean paper 'hanji' as cultural heritage",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/unesco-likely-to-list-traditional-korean-paper-hanji-as-cultural-18197657",
        "published": "2026-11-04T22:57:02.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}