Politicians are immersed in music
A focus day for the Estonian music market is set to take place in Tallinn, gathering key stakeholders, including politicians, musicians, and entrepreneurs.
The First Joint Meeting of Lithuania's Diplomats and Cultural Attachés Has Begun
The Lithuanian Foreign Minister emphasized the importance of strengthening cultural ties between Lithuania and its partner countries during the inaugural joint meeting of diplomats and cultural attachés.
Historical neglect of early childhood education
The article discusses a decline in enrollment in Brazilian daycare centers, highlighting cultural resistance and a significant unmet demand for childcare placements.
Marianne Paimre: addiction as a political narrative
Marianne Paimre discusses how the narrative surrounding addiction is influencing Estonian drug policy debates, focusing on the clash between differing cultural stories about addiction.
United Kingdom: Will the major British museums charge admission fees in the future?
British museums in London, historically free to the public, may soon start charging admission fees due to financial pressures.
V. Aleknavičienė supports the proposal to legally restrict concerts by performers appearing in Russia
V. Aleknavičienė supports legal measures to restrict concerts of performers from Russia in response to geopolitical tensions.
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.
Non-Fiction Book: Talking Against the Right?
The AfD's cultural policies aim to promote a 'patriotic cultural policy' that seeks to reaffirm German identity, critiqued for its superficial approach.
Begin advancing legislation to strengthen state oversight of the concert hall "Gors"
New legislation in Latvia aims to enhance oversight of the concert hall "Gors," preventing local authorities from disposing of the building.
The upcoming "Gora" management law prohibits Rēzekne from disposing of the concert hall building
A new management law is proposed to ensure sustainable and democratic governance of the "Gors" cultural center in Rēzekne, prohibiting the municipality from selling the concert hall building.
How artists and collectives can access the resources of the Aldir Blanc Policy in RO: see the step by step
The Government of Rondônia is selecting artistic and cultural projects funded by the Aldir Blanc National Policy to support initiatives in audiovisual, digital culture, visual arts, and fashion.
Establishment of the State School of Film and Audiovisual Media is underway
The studies for the establishment of the State School of Film and Audiovisual Media have been completed, representing a significant step in enhancing Greece's audiovisual sector.
At the Focus Day of the Estonian Music Market, International Success and the Feasibility of a New Large Hall are Discussed
A focus day on the Estonian music market will take place on March 4th in Tallinn, addressing international success and the potential for a new large concert hall.
Valdas Benkunskas calls for legislation to restrict performances by artists performing in Russia and Belarus
The mayor of Vilnius proposes changing the law to prevent foreigners from performing in Russia and Belarus following the invasion of Ukraine.
Cultural Rebuilding is Empty Words as Long as it Doesn't Cost Anything
The article discusses how the issue of cultural support has gained prominence in Denmark's political discourse, particularly in the context of the Ukraine invasion.
Agricultural Policy in France: Between Stable Smell and State Crisis
France is grappling with a low-meat dietary strategy at the Paris Agricultural Show, a significant challenge for a country where beef is considered a cornerstone of identity.
Between megablocks and cultural resistance: the 10 years that transformed the street carnival of São Paulo
São Paulo celebrates the transformation of its street carnival over the past decade, which has become a significant cultural event, balancing economic growth with cultural identity.
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.
New Members of the Art Academy Include Hiromi Kawakami: No Selections from 'New Fields,' Decrease in Women
The Japan Art Academy announced seven new members, including author Hiromi Kawakami, while highlighting a lack of female representation and selections from newly established artistic fields.
Bavarian Cultural Policy: Theater Regensburg is becoming a State Theater in May
The Theater Regensburg is set to be officially recognized as a State Theater in May 2024, marking an important milestone in Bavarian cultural policy.
Creative unions issued a serious appeal before the Estonian Independence Day: culture must not be a privilege of the rich
Creative unions in Estonia are calling for cultural policies to prioritize accessibility and equality ahead of the Independence Day celebrations and parliamentary elections.
Simonas Kairys. The Minister of Culture's Hundred Days - Another 100 Days of Lost Time
Simonas Kairys critiques the performance of the Lithuanian Minister of Culture, questioning the effectiveness and future prospects of cultural policies after her first hundred days in office.
The imprint of the guru of 'Los pocholos' on the celebration of Hispanic Heritage in schools
Antonio Castillo Algarra's influence on Madrid's educational policies is evident in schools' celebration of Hispanic Heritage.
“A hopeless waste of money”: The government’s cultural strengthening receives a cool reception
The Danish government's recent initiatives to bolster cultural resilience are met with criticism from the Liberal Alliance, which deems it a misallocation of funds.
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.
The leader of 'Los Pocholos', close to Ayuso, resigns as director of the Madrid ballet after clashing with Miguel Ángel Rodríguez
Antonio Castillo Algarra has resigned as the artistic director of the Ballet Español de la Comunidad de Madrid following conflicts with the hardline faction of the PP, particularly Miguel Ángel Rodríguez.
Monitor Polski from February 17, 2026 (item 214)
The article discusses a resolution passed by the Council of Ministers in Poland regarding changes to the National Program for the Protection of Monuments and Historical Care for the years 2023-2026.
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.
Claudia Sheinbaum's 'morning conference' today February 16, 2026: Follow it live here
President Claudia Sheinbaum leads her morning conference from Palacio Nacional, discussing various topics including consumer protection and cultural initiatives.
Cultural Debate. Hans Agné: Life with AI is Political – Better to Realize This Before Everything Crashes
Hans Agné argues that the risks posed by AI are far more significant and need to be addressed through global political actions rather than mere technological discussions.
Jack Lang, the removal: Epstein, debts, and royal life without money
French cultural figure Jack Lang is being investigated in connection with Jeffrey Epstein as allegations of financial misconduct surface.
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.
We do our own thing - Silesian is alive. This is our only response to Nawrocki's veto
The article discusses the public's reaction to Karol Nawrocki's veto against the Silesian language law, which was not surprising to residents of Upper Silesia, who continue to promote and develop Silesian culture and language.
Security Conference – Live News. Merz: 'The Maga Cultural Battle is Not Ours'
Friedrich Merz emphasized the importance of the transatlantic alliance, recognizing that both Europe and the U.S. must collaborate for security amidst rising global challenges.
Rēzekne City Council rejects the Ministry of Culture's offer to involve the state in the management of 'Gora'
The Rēzekne 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.
Ukraine to ban Russian literature – culture minister
Ukraine’s Culture Minister announced plans to draft a law that would ban Russian literature from circulation in the country.
Manuel Borja-Villel: 'The current museum is based on violence and precarity'
Former Reina Sofía director Manuel Borja-Villel critiques the expansion of museums and calls for improvements in labor conditions and the restitution of artworks in his recent report.
LIVE ⟩ The Riigikogu discusses the human development report as an important national issue
The Riigikogu is set to discuss the 2026 Estonian Human Development Report, focusing on education's role in society.
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.
Dispute over 'Gors': the government pushes for state involvement, the city council objects
The Latvian government is advocating for state involvement in the management of the Gors concert hall, despite objections from the local council.
The government has updated the procedure for awarding national prizes: it will be possible to decline them in writing
The Lithuanian government has changed the national award procedures, allowing recipients to decline their awards in writing.
The Government's K-pop Moves Resemble a Never-ending Jamberry Concert
The article critiques the South Korean government's K-pop policies, drawing parallels to the chaotic Jamberry concert incident of 2023.
From refrigerator to air conditioning: artists need to donate goods to use one of the main theaters in MS
The Mato Grosso do Sul Cultural Foundation has begun requiring donations or services from artists to use a key cultural venue, sparking criticism.
Ireland: Dublin presents a groundbreaking basic income program for artists
Ireland has introduced a permanent basic income scheme for artists, promising financial support to relieve economic pressures and allow them to dedicate more time to their creative projects.
The government instructs the involved ministries to develop a draft law on state involvement in the management of «Gora»
The Latvian government is working on a draft law to establish state involvement in the management of the regional concert hall 'Gors' in Rēzekne.
LIVE FROM POSTIMEES ⟩ Do Estonians like swear words?
A discussion has emerged regarding the omission of some swear words from the new Estonian language dictionary, leading to a petition for their inclusion.
Siliņa: The State will definitely increase its participation in the concert hall "Gors"
Prime Minister Evika Siliņa announced that the government plans to increase its involvement in the "Gors" concert hall during a news conference after a coalition meeting.
The Rēzekne City Council is not ready to support the state's involvement in the management of the concert hall "Gors"
The Rēzekne City Council has decided not to support the Ministry of Culture's proposal for state involvement in the management of the concert hall "Gors".
Rēzekne 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
Rēzekne 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.
The dilapidated house of the author of the Czech anthem will be demolished. The region promised to repair it for years
The historic home of the Czech national anthem's author is set to be demolished after years of promises for its restoration.