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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sun-dried meat and capote: explore dishes that are part of the memory of Piauí

The article discusses traditional dishes of Piauí, Brazil, highlighting sun-dried meat and capote and their cultural significance.

Feb 28 • 22:47 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Memory and Cultural Heritage of Prussia Presented at Klaipeda University

A new publication highlighting the cultural heritage of Prussia was introduced at Klaipeda University, showcasing regional collaborations.

Feb 25 • 12:52 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Dishes from Memory: The Roots of Freekeh Soup, Shakshouka, and Deziriyat in Algerian Cuisine

The article explores the historical and cultural significance of traditional Algerian dishes like freekeh soup, shakshouka, and deziriyat, highlighting their deep-rooted connections to agriculture and societal changes.

Feb 24 • 16:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Girl Statue 'Ari' Will Create New Shared Memories in Berlin

The girl statue 'Ari' in Berlin has a significant role in fostering a shared culture and memory within the city.

Feb 24 • 10:12 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Why do Syrians see their forgotten history in the caves of Mount Qasioun?

Mount Qasioun in Damascus is a significant natural landmark that holds deep historical and cultural importance for Syrians, serving as a reminder of their collective memory.

Feb 24 • 08:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The story of Fate's calendars, a graphic piece that endures in collective memory

Fate's iconic calendars, originally distributed in the automotive industry, have become a symbol of Argentine cultural and industrial heritage.

Feb 22 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

AK FOCUS: Mart Laar: There are no right or wrong memory places

Historian and former Prime Minister Mart Laar asserts that there are no right or wrong places of memory, emphasizing the importance of their remembrance by people.

Feb 21 • 08:46 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Olympics, at Casa Lombardia there is room for the memory of Gianni Clerici

Casa Lombardia hosted a documentary about Gianni Clerici as part of the Milan Olympic events.

Feb 21 • 04:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Why is Maqluba Associated with Resistance? And How Did Muftul and Kunafa Become Part of Palestinian Memory?

The article explores the cultural significance of Maqluba and other Palestinian dishes, relating them to historical resistance and collective memory.

Feb 20 • 15:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

They Want to Preserve the Distinct Memory of Prajzská. The Hlučín Museum Will Receive a Depository for 50 Million Crowns

The Hlučín Museum in Czechia is set to receive a new depository valued at 50 million crowns to preserve its unique cultural identity.

Feb 20 • 10:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government Fails to Comply with the Fight It Championed by Law Against the Francoist Pillage of Art

Spain's government has not met the deadlines set by the Democratic Memory Law for the restitution of art seized during the Franco regime, leading to a loss of hope for the recovery of thousands of confiscated artworks.

Feb 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BOOKS 2025 ⟩ A Beautiful Volume Helps the Spirit to Embody

The article discusses the significance of books and written texts in cultural identity and memory, with a focus on how personal book collections reflect one's identity and values.

Feb 20 • 00:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Iconic Ramadan Figures: Why Couldn't We Hate Abdel Ghafoor El Barai?

The article discusses the enduring popularity of the character Abdel Ghafoor El Barai from the social novel 'I Will Not Live in My Father's Cloak' and its television adaptation, highlighting its impact on Arabic culture and collective memory during Ramadan.

Feb 19 • 14:16 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Photographs of Kaisariani: Documents Inextricably Linked to the Collective Memory of the Greek People

A collection of photographs documenting the execution of 200 communist political prisoners by Nazi forces in Kaisariani on May 1, 1944, has been declared a cultural monument in Greece.

Feb 19 • 12:20 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Tash ma Tash: A 30-Year Tale of Laughter That Shaped the Ramadan Memory of Saudis

The article explores the cultural impact of the long-running Saudi comedy series 'Tash ma Tash', which has been a staple of Ramadan entertainment for 30 years.

Feb 18 • 23:17 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

AlUla: The Story of a Saudi City that Shaped Rock to Carve the Memory of Heritage

AlUla is a Saudi city known for its historical significance and impressive rock formations, showcasing human ingenuity and its role as a center of ancient civilizations.

Feb 18 • 06:24 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Sheikh Abbas Muqadami.. The Voice of Ramadan in Saudi Memory

Sheikh Abbas Muqadami is celebrated as a significant figure in Saudi Quranic recitation, associated with the cultural memory of Ramadan.

Feb 18 • 06:19 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Tasoulas on the photos of Kaisariani: Securing them is a decisive contribution to historical memory

President Konstantinos Tasoulas emphasizes that securing the photographs of Kaisariani will significantly contribute to preserving historical memory.

Feb 17 • 17:43 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Acropolis Museum: A photo and a memory in honor of Eleni Glykatzi-Aarveler

The Acropolis Museum shared a photo and memory honoring historian Eleni Glykatzi-Aarveler at an event commemorating ancient Greek women.

Feb 17 • 17:05 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Tassoulas on the photos of Kaisariani: 'A decisive contribution to historical memory'

Greek President Konstantinos An. Tassoulas expressed support for the initiative to secure historical photos related to the executions of fighters in Kaisariani during the Occupation.

Feb 17 • 16:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Legendary Kuu shop has permanently closed its doors

The legendary Kuu shop in Estonia has closed for good, becoming a memory and a song rather than a physical location.

Feb 16 • 22:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Lia Laats 100: The articulate warrior of a silent era

Today, Lia Laats, an iconic figure in Estonian culture, is celebrated as a benchmark for the resilience of idols and collective memory.

Feb 16 • 22:01 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Bollywood Revives Conspiracy Theories About the Taj Mahal: The Romantic Monument Becomes Part of the Struggle for More Indian History

A new Bollywood film has brought conspiracy theories surrounding the Taj Mahal's origin and significance into mainstream cultural discussions, amplifying debates about India’s historical identity.

Feb 16 • 18:08 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

In Memory of Angela Carter: 'Scheherazade' Lost on the Way to Us

This piece reflects on the literary legacy of British author Angela Carter and her unique interpretations of Eastern storytelling, particularly through the character of Scheherazade.

Feb 16 • 08:42 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Greece must demand the return of what is hers, not buy it

A recent eBay auction features photographs of Greek resistance fighters executed by Nazi forces, prompting a call for Greece to reclaim its cultural heritage instead of purchasing it.

Feb 15 • 20:16 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Folding Ladder Feminism

The article discusses the necessity of preserving women's contributions to history and culture without diminishing their significance through neglect or mere nominal acknowledgment.

Feb 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

"Exhibiting the work of Graciela Iturbide is opening a window to the essence of humanity": Roxana Velásquez

The San Diego Museum of Art is hosting an exhibition of Graciela Iturbide's photographs from February 14 to June 7, 2026, showcasing her extensive work that reflects on human identity and cultural memory.

Feb 14 • 03:01 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

We want people to take away a strong cultural experience – not a memory of someone booing someone else, says the director of EHMK Trenčín

The official program of the European Capital of Culture (EHMK) opens this weekend in Trenčín, Slovakia, focusing on creating a memorable cultural experience rather than negative interactions.

Feb 13 • 06:38 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Nabu Museum: A Cultural Memory That Could Rescue What Politics Failed in Lebanon

The Nabu Museum in northern Lebanon serves as a cultural space, addressing the nation’s historical memory amidst political challenges.

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

VIDEO: collector keeps 28 thousand phone cards and immortalizes the era of payphones in the interior of SP

An electrician from São Carlos, Brazil has preserved the memory of payphones through his collection of 28,000 phone cards as public payphones phase out across the country.

Feb 11 • 10:36 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Justificationism is growing again. We must eradicate it with culture

Roberto Menia, a long-time member of parliament and now senator of Fratelli d'Italia, discusses the importance of cultural memory in combating justificationism related to the Italian genocide victims of the Tito regime during a debate in Madrid.

Feb 11 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Day of Remembrance in Madrid, memory and civil responsibility at the center of European dialogue

The Day of Remembrance was commemorated in Madrid, emphasizing the importance of historical memory and civil responsibility within Europe.

Feb 10 • 18:47 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

A memorial plaque has been unveiled on Kalnciema Street in memory of writer Gunars Janovskis

A memorial plaque honoring writer Gunars Janovskis was unveiled on Kalnciema Street during a literary walk organized by the Latvian National Museum of Literature and Music.

Feb 10 • 07:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

A symbolic number, Spanish and light blue flag: the strong political messages that Bad Bunny's show left behind

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show was a powerful cultural intervention, highlighting historical memory, Latin American identity, and the immigration context.

Feb 9 • 17:56 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

With the participation of mothers and grandmothers.. 4 researchers document the memory of Egyptian food in an academic book

A new academic book titled 'A Journey to the Egyptian Kitchen' explores the cultural significance of Egyptian food, highlighting traditions and recipes that have been passed down through generations, including Ramadan dishes and festive sweets.

Feb 7 • 11:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City of Goiás through Cora: how her work shapes tourism, memory, and local identity

The city of Goiás has embraced the literary legacy of Cora Coralina, which significantly influences its cultural identity and tourism.

Feb 7 • 07:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The 'Destape' Cinema: Insidious, Reactionary, and an Abyss of Astonishment

The article reflects on the nostalgia surrounding the 'destape' genre of cinema following the death of Fernando Esteso, highlighting its significance in cultural memory.

Feb 7 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Route of the companies: Mexico City among art, movement and urban memory

Mexico City uniquely activates its cultural life through public spaces and interactions rather than traditional venues, particularly highlighted during its Art Week in February.

Feb 6 • 23:16 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

The 'Erenlissa' That Wasn't Forgotten: A Grandmother, A Village, and the Homeland That Remained in Language

The article reflects on the refugee memory embedded in language and personal stories, focusing on a grandmother's life and the cultural heritage that persists through small phrases and identities.

Feb 5 • 09:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Center for Minor Asia Memory in Corinth: A project on hold, a memory under trial

The Cultural Center for Minor Asia Memory in Corinth, a long-awaited project significant for the local Minor Asian community, has been stalled for over a decade, symbolizing historical memory and dignity despite ongoing assurances and studies.

Feb 4 • 08:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Rewoven – The memory is woven again

A family heirloom from Naxos, a wedding jacket from 1893, serves as the basis for the art exhibition 'Rewoven – The memory is woven again' opening on February 14 in Naxos, featuring works by seven female artists.

Feb 3 • 10:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Meet the Plotlines of the Special Group Schools in Rio

As Carnival 2026 approaches, the Special Group schools in Rio de Janeiro unveil their themes, showcasing elements of Brazilian music, history, traditions, and cultural memory.

Feb 3 • 07:01 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Lives on the Field, the Olympics that Changed History

The event 'Lives on the Field' is a cultural journey promoted by Fondazione Feltrinelli and Fiera Milano that intertwines sport, memory, and active citizenship in anticipation of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

Jan 15 • 14:13 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Mekeo Orphanage: The women who keep alive the memory and weaving of Epirus

The Mekeo Orphanage in Ioannina is a cultural institution where women narrate inspiring stories of resilience, care, and the transmission of weaving traditions across generations.

Jan 15 • 12:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Memory Returning from the Battlefronts: Sudan Recovers Hundreds of Stolen Artifacts

The Sudanese government announced the recovery of approximately 570 artifacts looted during the current war, as confirmed by the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Media, and Tourism during a press conference in Port Sudan.

Jan 15 • 05:19 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Tomislav Sabljak, Croatian Literary Dedication

Tomislav Sabljak, characterized as a devoted figure in literature, reflects on the passing of notable literary figures and the cultural memory of Croatian literature in the late 20th century.

Jan 11 • 10:14 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Eastern Gate and its Neighborhood.. Where Damascus Begins and Meaning Shines

The article explores the historical and cultural significance of the Eastern Gate in Damascus, illustrating its connection to both the past and the present through the mingling of sounds and memories.

Jan 8 • 06:41 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
Life & Tech

From the memory of a dental tourist / Something about the Slovaks in the Lower Lands

The article recounts personal experiences of the author's visits to a Slovak community in Serbia, focusing on interactions with local professionals and the cultural aspects of living there.

Dec 31 • 07:18 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

🎙 PODCAST | The Mystery of the Cloister of Palamós | The Ruined Memory

This podcast episode by elDiario.es explores the historical significance of the Cloister of Palamós and its impact on Spanish heritage.

Dec 29 • 07:30 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Museums and politics: From the vandalism of the National Gallery to the glamorous opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum

This article discusses how museums can become battlegrounds of ideology and conflict, shaping cultural memory and historical narrative during times of political and military violence.

Dec 28 • 12:00 UTC

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