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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Festival: Freising gets its Uferlos back

Freising is set to host the Uferlos Festival from May 8 to May 17, 2026, featuring around 100 artists, although organizers are still seeking additional funding to close a significant budget gap for the free event.

Mar 16 • 12:15 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The basketball elite will arrive in Vilnius: the list includes remarkable names

The organizers of a basketball event in Vilnius are expanding their program this year due to last year's success and positive feedback.

Mar 16 • 06:22 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

What will happen to the money of fans who bought tickets for the Finalissima Spain vs. Argentina?

The organizers of the Qatar Football Festival 2026 have decided to cancel the event, including the Finalissima match, and will issue refunds to ticket holders.

Mar 15 • 20:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Renewed Hope event disrupted in Imo, crowd cart away empowerment items

A crowd at the Renewed Hope South-East Youth Tour in Imo State disrupted the distribution of empowerment items, although the event was deemed successful by organizers.

Mar 15 • 14:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Foz do Iguaçu: A National Reference for Successful Events

Event organizers in Foz do Iguaçu play a crucial role in planning and coordinating various gatherings, significantly boosting the local economy.

Mar 14 • 03:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Madrid loses its April Fair: organizers suspend the event 'due to technical and administrative circumstances'

The April Fair in Madrid has been canceled for this year, with plans to reschedule it for 2027 due to unforeseen administrative and technical issues.

Mar 13 • 12:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The lack of security guards threatened to cancel the Rovaniemi Pride parade – a cry for help on social media saved it

The Rovaniemi Pride parade nearly faced cancellation due to a shortage of traffic controllers and security personnel, but a social media appeal by organizers mobilized community support to meet staffing needs in time for the event.

Mar 12 • 11:35 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Venice Biennale organizers respond to criticism about Russia's participation: warring nations must come together

The organizers of the Venice Biennale state that the event serves as a platform for dialogue despite criticism over Russia's participation amid its ongoing aggression in Ukraine.

Mar 11 • 09:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Athlete who died at Ironman in Curitiba felt unwell during the cycling stage, says organization

An athlete died during the Ironman 70.3 in Curitiba after experiencing cardiac arrest during the cycling segment, according to event organizers.

Mar 9 • 11:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Helsinki plans to set new guidelines for outdoor concerts - wishes heard from residents and event organizers

Helsinki is redefining the end times for outdoor concerts to balance vibrant city culture with resident comfort.

Mar 9 • 08:14 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
World

Ukraine Urges Venice Biennale To Exclude Russia

Ukraine has urged the Venice Biennale organizers to prevent Russia's participation in the event amidst ongoing conflict.

Mar 8 • 10:42 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Organizers Confirm: Haanja Marathon Will Take Place

The organizers of the Haanja Marathon remain optimistic that the event will proceed despite the warm weather conditions affecting the ski trails.

Mar 3 • 10:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ivete wins lawsuit against a festival-goer who sued her for being crushed at the Salvador carnival

Ivete Sangalo won a lawsuit against a festival-goer who sued her after being crushed during a carnival event in Salvador, with the court ruling in her favor while holding the event organizers responsible.

Mar 2 • 16:49 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Organizers of the Book Fair: It's time for major government representatives to take responsibility and start acting

The organizers of the Vilnius Book Fair urge government officials to take responsibility rather than seek popularity, stating that the event is open to all individuals respecting culture.

Feb 25 • 15:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"We are betting on development": Kicillof confirmed that he will be at Expoagro 2026

The governor of Buenos Aires, Axel Kicillof, confirmed the province's participation in Expoagro 2026 during a meeting with event organizers.

Feb 24 • 22:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Kicillof met with Expoagro organizers and confirmed he will attend the show

Axel Kicillof, the governor of Buenos Aires province, confirmed his participation in Expoagro during a meeting with the event's organizers.

Feb 24 • 21:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Sad FC Baseball News for Fans: "I Want to Sincerely Apologize"

FC Baseball's concert in Kaunas has been cancelled due to the inability to reach an agreement with other organizers, and the frontman expresses sincere apologies to fans awaiting the event.

Feb 24 • 18:49 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After Country Boycotts – Organizers' Response: Accusing Manipulation

The organizers of an upcoming ceremony in Verona have responded to several countries' decision to boycott the event, claiming that the process was democratic and suggesting that the actions are more about media perception than actual boycotts.

Feb 20 • 17:31 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Organizers announce significant changes to the 'Positivus' festival

The organizers of the 'Positivus' festival have announced significant changes, stating that this year's event will be a one-day festival headlined by Calvin Harris.

Feb 20 • 16:26 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Ticket Sales for Concerts in Mexico 'Under Scrutiny'

The sale of concert tickets in Mexico is facing regulatory pressures due to consumer demands for clear pricing and seating maps prior to presales, rekindling discussions about the obligations of ticket platforms.

Feb 19 • 08:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Not 8 Crores but just 2 Lakhs...': Clarification on the Video of Cash Raining on Bride

A viral video from a Punjabi wedding showing cash raining on the bride was inaccurately reported to involve 8.5 crores, when in fact, only about 2 lakhs were collected according to the event organizers.

Feb 19 • 04:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Part of the floor of CarnaRildy collapses at the Cidade das Artes in Rio; VIDEO

A portion of the floor at the CarnaRildy event collapsed in Rio de Janeiro, prompting the event organizers to reschedule the shows for safety reasons, although no injuries were reported.

Feb 15 • 22:08 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Sports

Olympic athletes finish 10,000 condoms at Milano-Cortina 2026

Olympic athletes competing in the Winter Games in Milano-Cortina have consumed the 10,000 condoms distributed for free at their accommodation areas by the event organizers.

Feb 14 • 18:13 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Milan Cortina, more condoms on the way. Athletes complain: they ran out too soon

Athletes at the Milan Cortina event are expressing dissatisfaction over the quick depletion of condoms provided for their use, prompting organizers to restock them.

Feb 14 • 14:52 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Shakira will fill Copacabana beach, says culture secretary of Rio

Shakira's free concert at Copacabana beach in May 2026 has been officially confirmed by event organizers and local government officials in Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 12 • 19:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Dramatic Turn in Olympic Skiing – Organizers React Immediately

The organizers of the Olympic skiing event made a drastic decision to salt the course just hours before the women's 10-kilometer freestyle race due to high temperatures.

Feb 12 • 10:12 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Police: officers did not violate duties by asking children to leave the Žemaitaitis meeting in Kaunas

The Lithuanian police department affirmed that officers acted appropriately when they requested children to leave a political event in Kaunas, clarifying that they are not authorized to remove individuals from open public events at the request of organizers if no legal violations occur.

Feb 12 • 09:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Application not under 'Lee Jin-suk' but as a 'famous person'... The backstory of Gwangju Jeonil Building rental

The Gwangju city government reversed its decision to allow Lee Jin-suk’s lecture at Jeonil Building, a site of historical significance related to the Gwangju Democratization Movement, after discovering the organizers misrepresented the event.

Feb 12 • 01:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

"Don't take our stories away, I'm on Ester's side." Star skier defends Ledecká

Star skier Tina Maze defends Ester Ledecká, highlighting the need for event organizers to support the Czech athlete following her disappointing Olympic performance.

Feb 9 • 11:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Samba interrupted by the police in BH, and organization denounces brutality and intimidation

Organizers of a samba event in Belo Horizonte allege police brutality after officers interrupted the performance, despite the event having public authorization.

Feb 7 • 22:41 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

OLYMPIC COMMENTARY ⟩ Should the opening ceremony of the Olympics still massage the egos of important figures?

The article critiques the lengthy and possibly unnecessary speeches made at the Milan Cortina Olympic opening ceremony by organizers and Olympic officials, suggesting a need for more focus on the event itself.

Feb 7 • 15:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

After Ridicule for Mariah Carey - Olympic Organizers Defend the Pop Star

Olympic organizers defend Mariah Carey against criticisms of her performance at the Winter Games opening ceremony in Milan, emphasizing the magic she brought to the event despite speculation about her singing live.

Feb 7 • 13:15 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

The first gold was won by a Swiss skier, the rest of the medals went to the organizers

Swiss skier Franjo von Allmen won the first gold medal at the Milan Cortina Olympics, followed by two Italian skiers in the men's downhill event.

Feb 7 • 06:06 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

Sports forum explained the creation of the brand 'the match of history': these are the 3 sports impacts

A sports forum featuring organizers, including Daniel Molina, discussed the challenges and successes behind the creation of the brand for 'the match of history' between Inter Miami and Lionel Messi.

Feb 5 • 23:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Pamela Anderson and Channing Tatum arrive at Berlinale

Pamela Anderson, Channing Tatum, and Sandra Hüller will attend this year's Berlinale international film festival, as announced by the organizers shortly before the event.

Feb 4 • 13:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

L. Lavastė: The book fair organizers banned the sale of a book about the president

L. Lavastė criticized the book fair organizers for banning the sale of a book about President G. Nausėda and preventing him from giving a speech at the event, while still sending him a free invitation.

Feb 3 • 12:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Monika Liu announced her departure from 'Midsummer Vilnius'

Monika Liu announced her suspension of collaboration with the 'Midsummer Vilnius' festival in response to serious information regarding its organizers, and the Lithuanian Chamber Orchestra has also decided to withdraw from the event.

Feb 2 • 16:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Life & Tech

British indie band Pulp agree to play Adelaide festival after boycott u-turn

The British indie band Pulp will perform at the Adelaide festival in February following the event organizers' apology to Palestinian writer Randa Abdel-Fattah and her subsequent invitation to speak.

Jan 15 • 12:36 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Trump envoy not welcome at Greenland dog sled race – organizers

Organizers of Greenland's premier dog sled race stated that Trump's envoy Jeff Landry is unwelcome at the event due to his support for Trump's claims over Greenland.

Jan 14 • 12:10 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

Events in Jičín must end by ten o'clock. Organizers must apply for an extension of the nighttime curfew within a month

Organizers in Jičín are required to apply for an extension to the nighttime curfew, with events mandated to conclude by ten o'clock.

Jan 13 • 18:03 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Tickets for Eurovision in Vienna Sold Out in Record Time

All 90,000 tickets for this year's Eurovision in Vienna were sold out in just a few minutes, with the final tickets gone in only 14 minutes, according to the organizers.

Jan 13 • 17:43 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Agriculture Fair 2026: No cattle will be present due to dermatophilosis, a first in 60 years

Organizers announced that no cattle will be present at the 2026 Agriculture Fair due to bovine dermatophilosis, marking the first time in 60 years this has occurred.

Jan 13 • 09:59 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

The World Federation of Hockey: "Ice is okay, the NHL can come here"

The hockey test event at Arena Santa Giulia concluded, marking a significant step toward the Milano Cortina Olympics, with organizers expressing relief at seeing athletes on the ice just 24 days before the first Olympic match.

Jan 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Police Ahead of Thompson's Istrian Concert: Everything Will Be Recorded, and Here's What Is Strictly Prohibited

The Istrian police have urged concert-goers attending Marko Perković Thompson's concerts on January 10th and 11th to adhere to guidelines and rules set by event organizers and law enforcement to ensure the public gathering proceeds smoothly, with all activities being recorded as per legal regulations.

Jan 9 • 10:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Ice Hockey: Winter Game Not in Danger

Organizers of the Winter Game in Dresden are prepared for potential adverse weather conditions, stating that while it will be very cold, they expect snow rather than ice rain and have no current concerns regarding the event.

Jan 8 • 14:22 UTC

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