The Winged Genius of the Nicolás Avellaneda Monument has been missing an arm since the celebrations of the Qatar World Cup
The winged angel statue at the Monument to Nicolás Avellaneda in Argentina has been without its left hand since the celebrations following Argentina's World Cup victory in 2022, and plans to restore it are awaiting funding.
Šarić: The City of Zagreb has banned my artistic work, how will I now perform my performance?
The artist Šarić faces rejection from the City of Zagreb for his performance funding application, raising concerns about artistic freedom and support in the cultural sector.
MinC and Neoenergia Launch Rouanet in the Interior, with an Investment of R$ 6 Million
Neoenergia and the Ministry of Culture are launching the Rouanet program in less urbanized areas of Brazil with an investment of R$ 6 million.
Gallery no longer a 'waste of time' as $145m of art goes on display
The Newcastle Art Gallery has opened its expanded wing after two decades of delays and funding issues, making it the largest public art gallery in regional New South Wales.
The ministry did not want the rights to a failed opera premiere
The Icelandic ministry declined the rights to an opera that had not premiered due to various considerations.
Small Museums: When Moths Eat the Exhibits
A discussion on the struggles faced by small museums in Germany due to lack of funding, space, and poor storage conditions, highlighted by the deterioration of an exhibit at the Dachau District Museum.
We scanned the new tranche for culture: Check out the top 10 associations connected with Možemo
The City of Zagreb, under Tomislav Tomašević and the Možemo party, allocates substantial funds to cultural programs, benefiting closely associated associations.
Helsingør enters the race to become European Capital of Culture
The municipality of Helsingør in Denmark announced its intention to apply for the title of European Capital of Culture for 2032, with significant funding approved by the city council.
Almeida will create a cultural 'refuge' for youth in the iconic Peironcely building, it will be named after Robert Capa, cost a million euros and will be managed by the foundation of Father Llanos
The city of Madrid plans to transform the historic Peironcely building into a cultural center for young people, named after photographer Robert Capa, with funding from the Father Llanos Foundation.
The ministry allocates funds, the cultural passport will be reactivated and will increase to 14 euros per student
The Lithuanian Ministry has increased funding for the Cultural Passport program, allowing students greater access to cultural activities.
How Conditional Funding Affects Cultural Identity in Jerusalem?
The article discusses the impact of conditional funding on the cultural identity of Jerusalem, highlighting the challenges faced by cultural institutions in maintaining authenticity while adapting to donor requirements.
Congress restores funding to cultural institutions once on Trump’s chopping block
The Republican-controlled Congress has approved a funding bill that reinstates financial support for key cultural institutions targeted by former President Trump for severe budget cuts.
MKiDN Takes Millions from the Literature Museum
Poland's Minister of Culture, Marta Cienkowska, terminates the funding agreement with the Masovian local government for the Adam Mickiewicz Literature Museum, dramatically impacting its budget by over 6 million PLN.
The Mayor of Riihimäki Strongly Believes in Voimala – Spring Will Determine If Political Support Can Be Found
Riihimäki's old power plant, which has been empty for years, is a significant topic in local politics as the city seeks to transform it into a cultural and event center, but faces challenges in securing funding and political consensus.
The Ministry of Culture has not paid a hundred scholarship recipients since December and delays those payments until March: "It is negligence and lack of empathy"
A ministry in Spain has delayed scholarship payments to cultural managers and other professionals, prompting criticism over perceived negligence.
Padel, African cinema, and irregular protection: almost 10 million euros for pro-migrant projects in the EU
The investigation continues into the European Union's funding, revealing nearly 10 million euros allocated to projects aimed at integrating migrants through sports and culture, amidst concerns over their ideological motivations and effectiveness.
Cutting the creative state: funding changes threaten the cultural future of Melbourne, arts workers warn
Victorian arts organisations face significant budget cuts, leading to fears for the future of Melbourne's cultural scene.
Šarić: Dobrović and Domino would still take money for stripping Argentine transvestites and other 'queer' waste
The article critically discusses a recent interview by Zvonimir Dobrović, a producer associated with LGBT culture in Croatia, highlighting the contentious relationship between queer cultural initiatives and public funding.
Cultural institutions: Accessibility and future of culture threatened by budget cuts
Latvia's culture sector faces significant budget cuts, leading to reduced funding for major theaters and potential threats to cultural accessibility.
"We feel threatened": the keepers of the Cordouan lighthouse, France's last inhabited lighthouse, are they under threat?
The keepers of the Cordouan lighthouse in France express concerns about their job security due to decreasing funding that jeopardizes this UNESCO World Heritage site.
The organizers of online gambling donated half a million euros
Online gambling organizers made a nearly half a million euro donation for January due to a legal loophole that temporarily exempted them from taxation.
The Directorate for Cultural Heritage allocates 90.9 million to Norwegian World Heritage
The Directorate for Cultural Heritage in Norway is distributing 90.9 million kroner to the country's World Heritage sites and centers for the year 2026.
Live at 12: Press conference in Tallinn with Solman, Haukanõmm, Kante, and Jesse
A Tallinn press conference will address various topics including the appointment of a new school director and funding for cultural and sports projects.
New promotion lines for the film and audiovisual industry in Ecuador announced by the ICCA
The ICCA has announced new funding initiatives for the Ecuadorian film and audiovisual sector, aiming to invest approximately $1.5 million to support 139 projects.
RN opens cultural calls with 293 vacancies under the Aldir Blanc Law
Rio Grande do Norte has launched new cultural calls under the Aldir Blanc Law, offering 293 vacancies with a total investment of R$ 8.25 million.
Without a parade for almost a decade, samba schools in Rio Preto demand public support to return to carnival
Samba schools in São José do Rio Preto are calling for public financial support to revive their carnival parades, which have not occurred officially since 2018 due to a lack of funding.
From 'El Eternauta' to Greek and 'La cautiva' to Azerbaijani: the translations funded by the State
Argentina's government-funded Program Sur approved subsidies for the translation of seventeen Argentine literary works into various languages, reflecting a commitment to cultural exchange and preservation.
The Erlangen Poets' Festival 2026 will not be canceled: Is it arranged? It is saved!
The Erlangen Poets' Festival will continue in 2026 despite financial pressures on the city, which have raised concerns about funding for cultural events.
The Political Hand in Culture
The Community of Madrid has significantly reduced its public funding for the Círculo de Bellas Artes, raising suspicions of political bias in cultural programming.
Peternel on the exhibition 'Are You Clean': The program is financed by the coalition of 'brotherhood and unity' – HDZ, DP, and We Can
Igor Peternel criticized the funding of the controversial exhibition 'Are You Clean', which focuses on preparations for homosexual intercourse, by a coalition of Croatian political parties in Parliament.
Rio government sparks protests after launching tender for religion-related works
A tender initiated by the Rio de Janeiro government has triggered protests from cultural agents in the state.
Avi Benlolo: Bret Stephens is wrong — Jews can’t give up the fight against antisemitism
Avi Benlolo critiques Bret Stephens' argument that funding the fight against antisemitism is a waste, emphasizing the ongoing threats faced by Jewish communities.
Aldir Blanc Law: nine announcements are published with R$ 31 million in investments; see how to apply
Nine announcements under the Aldir Blanc National Culture Support Policy were published, allocating R$ 31 million for cultural investments in Piauí, Brazil.
The founder of the Aviation Museum seeks permanent funding from the state
The founder of the Estonian Aviation Museum calls for long-term state funding, arguing that the current project-based funding model is unsustainable for the museum's future.
Henilton Menezes, secretary of the Rouanet Law, leaves MinC and will be replaced by Thiago Rocha Leandro
Henilton Menezes is stepping down from his role as secretary of the Ministry of Culture in Brazil, with Thiago Rocha Leandro set to take over.
The government confirms the new composition of the cultural capital council
The Estonian government has confirmed the new composition of the Cultural Capital Council during its Thursday meeting.
Piauí will have R$ 45 million for cultural projects through the Aldir Blanc Law and Siec
The governor of Piauí announced R$ 45 million for cultural projects through new funding initiatives.
The founder of the Aviation Museum is seeking permanent funding from the state
The founder of the Aviation Museum in Estonia is advocating for government funding due to the unsustainable nature of current project-based financing.
The Ministry of Finance Awaits Donations in Place of Gambling Tax
The Estonian Ministry of Finance is looking for voluntary donations from gambling operators to substitute for an expected shortfall in gambling tax revenue this year.
Evia Monastery: Funding Secured for the Restoration of the Monastery of St. Nicholas Sicilian
Funding has been secured for the restoration of the Monastery of St. Nicholas Sicilian located in Evia, Greece.
Co-financing of up to 20,000 euros available for cultural projects in Daugavpils
The Daugavpils municipality has announced a project competition offering co-financing of up to 20,000 euros to support cultural initiatives that enhance the city's recognition.
Saudi Arabia Tightens the Tap on Petrodollars. Bad News for Museums in Europe
Saudi Arabia is reportedly scaling back its financial support for cultural institutions in Europe, which had benefited from the kingdom's investment in the arts in recent years.
Piciņu pačiņu on the Capital's Alarm. A Review of the Exhibition "In the Center of the Universe 2" in Madona
This article reviews the contemporary art exhibition "In the Center of the Universe 2" at the MABOCA gallery in Madona, Latvia, exploring the role of contemporary art in regional settings.
72 institutions ask Ayuso to stop the cuts to the Círculo de Bellas Artes and prove that "artistic freedom is not threatened in Madrid"
Seventy-two prestigious cultural institutions have urged the Madrid government to halt significant funding cuts to the Círculo de Bellas Artes and to affirm that artistic freedom is safeguarded.
Rēzekne Municipality: A Contract for Predictable State Financing is Necessary for the Operation of 'Gora'
Rēzekne Municipality is planning to propose a delegation agreement with the Ministry of Culture to ensure stable state funding for the concert hall 'Gors' and promote cultural development in the region.
The Community of Madrid's Withdrawal from the Círculo de Bellas Artes Unveils a Clash of Cultural Policy Models in the Centennial of the Emblematic Building
The Community of Madrid's government has cut funding to the Círculo de Bellas Artes, arguing that its activities do not align with regional interests, highlighting a cultural policy conflict.
Ministry of Culture claims to have reduced bottleneck in accounts reporting in 2025
The Ministry of Culture in Brazil has reported a significant increase in the analysis of accounts related to funding processes in 2025, marking a record year in processing and reducing backlog.
Entering Machu Picchu will cost more starting May, announces Peru
The Peruvian government has announced a price increase for entry to Machu Picchu beginning in May, aimed at funding the maintenance of the archaeological site.
The Junta of Andalusia wants to increase its contribution to subsidies for bullfighting
The government of Andalusia plans to increase its funding for bullfighting subsidies, shifting more financial responsibility from local municipalities to the regional government.
News dissatisfied with how much they will receive from the state: "Political coup of the fascist right"
The weekly publication Novosti expresses dissatisfaction with the state's allocation of funds, receiving the same amount as last year despite earlier significant cuts.