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🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Queensland arts minister ignored recommendation that new theatre be named after poet Oodgeroo Noonuccal

Queensland's arts minister overlooked a recommendation to name a new theatre after the Aboriginal poet Oodgeroo Noonuccal, leading to controversy and public outcry.

Mar 14 • 19:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Minister Hid From Students in the Chamber. What They Were Messaging Him Wouldn't Please Him

Students protested against cuts to cultural funding in front of the Czech Minister of Culture's office, demanding more support for the arts and the resignation of the minister.

Mar 11 • 18:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Minister: It is important that KNAB's commitment to evaluate the theater performance does not lead to self-censorship

Latvian Culture Minister Agnese Lāce emphasized the need to avoid self-censorship in the arts in light of the KNAB's commitment to evaluate a specific theater performance.

Mar 11 • 07:22 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"I become grumpy and angry": Culture Minister lashes out at the Danish People's Party

Danish Culture Minister Jakob Engel-Schmidt defends his controversial council aimed at fostering cultural resilience despite criticism labeling it as a mere 'government talking club.'

Mar 9 • 07:52 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Nuremberg's new opera house: The eternal interim?

The article discusses the cultural significance of Nuremberg and the challenges faced in the establishment of its new opera house, as articulated by Bavarian Arts Minister Markus Blume.

Mar 4 • 13:28 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Don't attack us, theater artists urge the Minister of Culture

Theater artists in Czechia have called on the Minister of Culture to refrain from attacks on their sector amidst ongoing challenges.

Feb 28 • 10:52 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Raudsepp: Playing Comedy is Like Preparing for a Sporting Performance

Director Peeter Raudsepp compares the art of comedy performance to preparing for a sports event, highlighting the skills demonstrated by student actors in their production of 'Everything is Jokk, Madam Minister' at Rakvere Theatre.

Feb 19 • 16:54 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Gayton Again Snubs Parliament and Evades Answers On R109.9 Million Mzansi Golden Economy Grants

Minister Gayton McKenzie has again avoided appearing in Parliament to explain his handling of nearly R110 million in grants intended for the Mzansi Golden Economy project, prompting serious objections from the opposition.

Feb 11 • 12:16 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Crime & Justice

A powerful group of pseudo-fans attacked a sports hall. The minister speaks of "bandits"

A violent confrontation occurred in Kościerzyna, Poland, when a group of pseudo-fans stormed a sports hall during a martial arts training session, resulting in injuries and multiple arrests.

Feb 10 • 08:38 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The University of the Arts takes the initiative: International students pay millions due to proposed legislation

The University of the Arts in Iceland has announced tuition fees for non-EEA students, following legal changes proposed by the Minister of Higher Education, affecting students from various international regions.

Feb 6 • 17:14 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Hijacked by left-wing extremists: Calls for Mardi Gras funding review

Shadow Arts Minister Chris Rath has called for a review of the funding for the Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, alleging it has been hijacked by left-wing extremists, while the NSW government defends the funding as vital for the city's image.

Feb 5 • 08:10 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Lina Mendoni: Melpo Zarokosta was a versatile performer

Cultural Minister Lina Mendoni mourned the passing of Melpo Zarokosta, praising her dedication to the arts and her impressive versatility as a performer.

Jan 16 • 13:33 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The Government is studying the withdrawal of the Fine Arts Medal from Julio Iglesias at the next Council of Ministers

The Spanish government is considering revoking the Fine Arts Medal awarded to Julio Iglesias in 2010 following allegations of sexual assault by former employees, as discussed by Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Díaz.

Jan 14 • 10:38 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Albanian Prime Minister: Politics is not an Art

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, a controversial figure, balances his political career with success in the arts.

Jan 4 • 11:31 UTC

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