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🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Year of Andrzej Wajda will begin on March 6

2026 has been declared the Year of Andrzej Wajda by the Polish Senate to commemorate the centenary of the director's birth and the tenth anniversary of his death.

Feb 26 • 17:53 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Javier Milei participated in a tribute to San Martín that lasted 14 minutes

President Javier Milei paid homage to General José de San Martín on the occasion of the 248th anniversary of his birth, participating in a brief and silent ceremony that included a national anthem and a floral tribute.

Feb 25 • 16:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Anniversaries of February 25: What happened on a day like today?

The article highlights significant historical events, including the 247th anniversary of the birth of José de San Martín, a key figure in Latin America's independence movements.

Feb 25 • 09:56 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Mamata Kulkarni remembers Divya Bharti, shares memories on her birth anniversary

Mamata Kulkarni commemorates the late actress Divya Bharti on her 52nd birth anniversary by sharing nostalgic memories and photographs.

Feb 25 • 09:40 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Maido Saar Awarded the Anna Raudkats Lifetime Achievement Prize

Maido Saar has been awarded the Anna Raudkats Lifetime Achievement Prize during a dance event in Tartu commemorating the 140th anniversary of Anna Raudkats' birth.

Feb 23 • 09:05 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

ETV2 theme evening is dedicated to writer Raimond Kaugver

ETV2 will celebrate the 100th anniversary of writer Raimond Kaugver's birth with dedicated special programs and adaptations of his works.

Feb 22 • 14:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

First Look of Ritesh Deshmukh's 'Raja Shivaji' with the Saffron Flag and Sword

Ritesh Deshmukh has released the first look of his much-anticipated historical film 'Raja Shivaji' to commemorate the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

Feb 19 • 14:20 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Ritesh Deshmukh paid tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji

Actor Ritesh Deshmukh paid tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his birth anniversary, emphasizing his bravery and greatness as a source of inspiration.

Feb 19 • 08:39 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How chaos broke out at Shivneri Fort in Pune, see the scene of panic

A chaotic situation erupted during the celebrations for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's birth anniversary at Shivneri Fort in Pune, leading to injuries among women and children.

Feb 19 • 04:19 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Juhan Smuul was born today in history

Today marks the anniversary of the birth of Estonian writer and poet Juhan Smuul.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

NOMINEES: These authors will be vying for the Tuglase Novella Prize this year

On March 2, marking the 140th anniversary of Friedebert Tuglas's birth, the nominees for this year's Tuglase Novella Prize will be announced, featuring six novellas in competition.

Feb 16 • 13:49 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Nominees for the Tuglase Short Story Prize Announced

The nominees for the Tuglase Short Story Prize have been revealed, with the winners to be announced on March 2nd, the 140th anniversary of Friedebert Tuglase's birth.

Feb 16 • 12:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Modersohn-Becker next to Munch: Naked in front of the easel? That was too much for her

The exhibition at Dresden's Albertinum juxtaposes the works of Paula Modersohn-Becker and Edvard Munch to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Modersohn-Becker's birth, although it has sparked some criticism regarding its presentation.

Feb 13 • 17:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Ricardo Güiraldes: from the 140th anniversary of his birth to the centenary of the classic 'Don Segundo Sombra', which provided the pampa with a mystical sense

The article commemorates the legacy of Ricardo Güiraldes, celebrated on the 140th anniversary of his birth and the centenary of his iconic novel, 'Don Segundo Sombra', highlighting a series of tributes planned leading to the 100th anniversary of his death.

Feb 13 • 09:13 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

February 13 Anniversaries: What happened on a day like today?

This article recounts historical events that occurred on February 13, focusing on the 140th anniversary of the birth of Argentine writer Ricardo Güiraldes.

Feb 13 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Indigenous baby born in natural delivery in 30 minutes at a maternity hospital in Goiânia: 'Gift from God,' says father

An indigenous baby named Kássia was born in a swift natural delivery at Dona Íris Maternity Hospital in Goiânia, marking a special moment for her parents who celebrated their relationship anniversary one year earlier.

Feb 12 • 15:10 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Ioannis Kapodistrias: 250 years since his birth – The narrative of a descendant

The article reflects on the 250th anniversary of Ioannis Kapodistrias's birth and the enduring legacy of his contributions to the establishment of a modern state in Greece.

Feb 11 • 05:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

February 10 Anniversaries: What happened on a day like today?

February 10 marks the anniversary of the birth of influential playwright Bertolt Brecht among other historical events.

Feb 10 • 10:19 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

150th Anniversary: The Woman Picasso Learned From

The article marks the 150th anniversary of painter Paula Modersohn-Becker's birth and explores her artistic influence, particularly on Pablo Picasso.

Feb 8 • 10:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

The award for the best performance of a Croatian author's work was won by pianist Matija Kranjčić

Pianist Matija Kranjčić won the award for the best performance of a work by a Croatian author at this year's Papandopulo Competition, which celebrated the 120th anniversary of composer Boris Papandopulo's birth.

Feb 6 • 13:38 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

104 years of 'TO VIMA': Its birth in Greece during the Asia Minor Catastrophe

The article commemorates the 104th anniversary of 'TO VIMA', a major political and economic newspaper that began publication during a tumultuous period in Greek history marked by the Asia Minor Catastrophe.

Feb 6 • 01:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Jenny Karezi: The unpublished snapshot from 1966 at the airport of Ellinikon

The late actress Jenny Karezi is honored with an unpublished photo from 1966 on the anniversary of her birth by Studio Kleisthenis.

Jan 12 • 20:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Finos Film honors Jenny Karezi for the 94 years since her birth: She became a muse for the Greeks

Finos Film celebrates the 94th anniversary of Jenny Karezi's birth, acknowledging her role as a muse for the Greek people.

Jan 12 • 17:06 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Four brothers were killed in a Ustaše camp, but this artist did not agree to despair

The exhibition 'Vojin Bakić: Principle of Hope' opens in Bjelovar on January 29, 2026, celebrating the life and work of the prominent Croatian sculptor Vojin Bakić on the 110th anniversary of his birth.

Jan 12 • 16:59 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Tricolor Festival, Mattarella: "In the flag lie the foundations of our civilization". Meloni: "It is our history"

On the anniversary of the Tricolor's birth, President Sergio Mattarella reflected on its significance, noting its historical importance since the 1797 Republic and its journey to becoming the national flag of Italy in 1861.

Jan 7 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Strauss Operetta: There's Bowle!

The article discusses the release of a CD recording of Johann Strauss's operette 'Waldmeister' as a part of the celebrations for the 200th anniversary of his birth.

Jan 1 • 20:33 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Life & Tech

Claudio Villa, 100 years of the 'little king', the voice that made all of Italy sing

The article commemorates the centenary of Claudio Villa's birth, celebrating his impact on Italian music and contrasting public adoration with critical skepticism.

Jan 1 • 00:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Musician Thomas Mann

This article reflects on the life of German writer Thomas Mann, who celebrated his 150th birthday, emphasizing the significant role music played in his literature and life.

Dec 31 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

A new book about Vlado Gotovac presented in Imotski: Hides an unprecedented special feature

The book "Vlado Gotovac and His Word" by Mare Pezo was presented in Imotski to commemorate the 95th anniversary of Gotovac's birth and the 25th anniversary of his death, celebrating his impact as a notable Croatian intellectual and politician.

Dec 28 • 12:01 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
Life & Tech

500 Years Since the Birth of Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina / Who Was Probably the Most Influential Liturgical Composer That Defined the Sound of the Church After the Council of Trent

The article commemorates the 500th anniversary of Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, highlighting his profound impact on Western liturgical music and his recognition by the church hierarchy, including Pope Leo XIV.

Dec 26 • 06:30 UTC

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