Megashows on Paulista: promoters ask the Superior Council of the MP to block agreement with the City Hall of SP
A group of public prosecutors in São Paulo is urging the Superior Council of the Public Ministry to reject an agreement with the city government allowing large music events on Avenida Paulista due to concerns over noise pollution.
Eili Lepik is the new Deputy Chancellor of Cultural Values at the Ministry of Culture
Eili Lepik has been appointed as the new Deputy Chancellor of Cultural Values at the Estonian Ministry of Culture, effective April 1.
Cultural Day Expanded to Every Wednesday Starting in April
The South Korean government is expanding the 'Cultural Day' program from the last Wednesday of each month to every Wednesday starting April 1, 2024, to enhance access to cultural activities.
Preveza: The archaeological site of Kassope is upgraded
The Greek Ministry of Culture is enhancing the archaeological site of Kassope in Preveza, focusing on improving accessibility and infrastructure for visitors.
Cognitive Dissonance? HDZ Zagreb Accuses Možemo for What the Government of Croatia is Doing
The HDZ Zagreb party accused the Možemo platform of funding closely-related associations, despite those associations also receiving government funding from the Croatian Ministry of Culture.
Photos of Kaisariani: The transfer of ownership to the Greek State has been completed
The Greek Ministry of Culture has successfully completed the transfer of ownership of a collection of photographs related to the executed in Kaisariani to the Greek State.
Kaisariani: All photographs of the 200 executed on May Day 1944 are now owned by the Greek State
The collection of photographs documenting the execution of 200 communists on May Day 1944 in Kaisariani has been transferred to the ownership of the Greek State after efforts by the Ministry of Culture and the Greek Embassy in Belgium.
Twelve new elements in Greece's National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage
Greece's Ministry of Culture has announced the registration of twelve new elements and the recognition of a Best Practice in the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage.
VARAM does not agree with the draft law on 'Gora'
The Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development of Latvia raises concerns about ambiguous wording in a draft law regarding the 'Gors' foundation.
Vice Ministry of Culture delivers over $1 million to winning projects of non-reimbursable contest funds in Guayas
Ecuador's Vice Ministry of Culture allocated over $1.2 million to support various cultural projects in the Guayas province for the 2024-2025 periods.
MinC and Neoenergia Launch Rouanet in the Interior, with an Investment of R$ 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.
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.
Culture warns young people who fraudulently use the Cultural Voucher spending it in nightclubs that they must return the money to the Administration
The Spanish Ministry of Culture has warned that young people who misuse the Cultural Voucher in nightclubs will have to repay the funds.
City Hall and Public Ministry sign agreement that allows megashow on Paulista; Foo Fighters, U2, Coldplay, and Rolling Stones are among the options
The Mayor of São Paulo signed an agreement allowing a large international free concert in Avenida Paulista featuring major bands, with the event tentatively scheduled for September 5.
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.
Herodeion: The regeneration is underway - Studies for its complete restoration are progressing
Greece's Ministry of Culture is initiating comprehensive restoration studies for the Herodeion, a culturally significant site in Athens.
Voting: Which of these 15 women should get a statue?
A survey reveals that only 43 statues of historically significant women exist in Denmark compared to 483 statues of men, prompting the Danish Ministry of Culture to allocate funds for new statues to honor women, inviting public participation in the voting process.
Strict Rules for Fasting During Ramadan in Kuwait
Kuwait has enacted strict regulations regarding eating and drinking in public during Ramadan, threatening imprisonment for violations.
Turkey: When Ramadan Becomes Part of the Cultural Struggle
Turkey's Ministry of Education is promoting Ramadan education in schools, igniting opposition over its implications for secularism.
Kaisariani – Lina Mendoni: The photographs from the executions are authentic
Authenticity of photographs from the execution of 200 people in Kaisariani is confirmed, with further steps for their acquisition by the Greek Ministry of Culture.
Rane Willerslev continues as director of the National Museum
Rane Willerslev has been reappointed as the director of the National Museum of Denmark, as announced by the Ministry of Culture.
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.
Ukraine's Culture Ministry introduces evacuation of museums within 50 km of front
Ukraine's Culture Ministry has mandated the evacuation of museum exhibits from areas close to the front lines amid ongoing conflict.
How the collection of 163 photographs by the Germans during the Occupation was created, which the Greek state wants to buy
The Greek Ministry of Culture aims to acquire an entire collection of 163 historical photographs depicting last moments before the execution of prisoners during World War II, following the declaration of its historical significance.
Ministry of Culture: The entire photo collection of Kaisariani has been declared a monument
The Greek Ministry of Culture declared the photo collection of T. de Craene/H. Heuer a monument due to its historical significance related to World War II propaganda in Greece.
Photos ⟩ Presentation of State Cultural Awards
Today, the state cultural awards of Estonia were presented at the Estonian representative building.
K. Budrys on the appeal to the Ministry of the Interior to ban performer Gio Pika from appearing in Lithuania: I signed the request
K. Budrys acknowledges signing a request to prevent Georgian performer Gio Pika from entering Lithuania due to his history of performing in Russia.
Zaharova's Surprising Performance
Maria Zaharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, surprised audiences by speaking Mandarin during a New Year’s message celebrating the Chinese New Year.
TALO wants to raise the minimum salary of cultural workers to 2065 euros
TALO is advocating for an increase in the minimum wage for cultural workers from 1720 euros to 2065 euros during ongoing salary negotiations with the Ministry of Culture in Estonia.
Kaisariani: The Ministry of Culture is initiating the acquisition of photographic documents
The Greek Ministry of Culture is taking steps to acquire photographs depicting the last moments of 200 patriots before their execution in Kaisariani on May 1, 1944, which were recently listed on eBay.
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.
From the Ministry of the Interior - news: no request received to ban artist Gio Pika from performing in Lithuania
Discussions have arisen regarding the potential ban of artist Gio Pika, who has performed multiple times in Russia, from performing in Lithuania, but the Ministry of the Interior has yet to receive any such request.
Labor precariousness threatens the National Cineteca
Workers at the National Cineteca in Mexico launched an active strike on Valentine's Day to protest against low wages and the exploitation they face under the federal Ministry of Culture's policies.
RÄ“zekne City Council rejects the Ministry of Culture's offer to involve the state in the management of 'Gora'
The RÄ“zekne City Council has decided not to support the Ministry of Culture's proposal for the state to take over the management of the Gors cultural venue.
The Ministry of Culture returns several works seized during the Civil War to the town of Brihuega
The Spanish Ministry of Culture has returned several seized artworks to Brihuega, a small village, as part of an effort to restore local heritage.
Arta: The restoration of the Church of the Virgin Mary of Comfort is being organized
The Greek Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the Region of Epirus and the municipality of Arta, is initiating the restoration of the historically significant Church of the Virgin Mary of Comfort.
The court will announce a decision on whether Russian rapper Morgenstern was rightly banned from entering Lithuania
Lithuania banned Russian rapper Morgenstern from entering the country last November, citing security concerns as prompted by a recommendation from the Foreign Ministry.
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.
New Rules for Vande Mataram: When Is It Necessary to Stand? Learn More
The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued new rules regarding the singing of Vande Mataram, specifying when people are required to stand and the duration of the song.
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.
The RÄ“zekne City Council is not ready to support the state's involvement in the management of the concert hall "Gors"
The RÄ“zekne City Council has decided not to support the Ministry of Culture's proposal for state involvement in the management of the concert hall "Gors".
RÄ“zekne does not plan to accept the 'Gora' becoming state property; The Ministry of Culture calls for the concert hall to be taken over by law
RÄ“zekne city officials have rejected proposals from the Ministry of Culture regarding the future management of the concert hall 'Gora', insisting it should remain under local control.
RÄ“zekne Municipality: A Contract for Predictable State Financing is Necessary for the Operation of 'Gora'
RÄ“zekne 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.
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.
The Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development proposes that the state take over 51% of the ownership of the concert hall 'Gors', leaving 49% to RÄ“zekne
The Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development proposes that the state should take over 51% ownership of the 'Gors' concert hall while allowing RÄ“zekne to retain 49%, aiming for better control of cultural policy in Latgale.
Hellenic Heritage: 350 archaeological sites, museums, and monuments accessible everywhere
The Greek Ministry of Culture has introduced a new digital platform connecting over 350 archaeological sites, museums, and monuments across the country, aiming to transform how visitors experience Greek cultural heritage.
After the scandal - the face of G. Meloni closed in the fresco of a Roman basilica
A fresco restored by artist Bruno Valentinetti in Rome's Basilica of St. Lawrence is under scrutiny after a face resembling G. Meloni sparked outrage, leading to a ministry and diocese investigation and a reported alteration of the fresco's face.
Cultural Debate. Former diplomat: 'The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' code of honor is both warm and toxic'
Former diplomat Andreas Norman reflects on the toxic aspects of the work culture at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs following last year's dramatic events.
Jabrzyk won in court. The provincial council must present the working conditions of the theater director in Kielce
Jacek Jabrzyk, appointed director of the Jerzy Żeromski Theater in Kielce, won a court case against the provincial council which had previously rejected his appointment after claiming irregularities in the competition process.
The archaeological site of the Lyceum of Athens is being upgraded with new infrastructure and digital trails
The Greek Ministry of Culture is enhancing the infrastructure and services at the archaeological site of Aristotle's Lyceum in Athens, with projects included in the Integrated Territorial Investment for 'Lavrio-Athens-Eleusis' and financed through the 2021-2027 ESPA program.