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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Sejong University Selected as Operating University for the 2026-2027 Korea-Japan Joint Higher Education Exchange Project

Sejong University has been selected to operate the '2026-2027 Korea-Japan Joint Higher Education Student Exchange Project' to enhance cultural exchange between Korea and Japan.

Feb 26 • 02:06 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 25 • 22:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

PHOTO AND VIDEO ⟩ We need to show that Liepāja is also shaping Europe. The year of the cultural capital 'Liepāja 2027' is approaching

Liepāja, Latvia is set to kick off its year as the European Capital of Culture on January 22, 2027, and recently announced part of its extensive program for the event.

Feb 25 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Festival Võnge has announced this year's program

Festival Võnge in Tõrva, Estonia, has unveiled its program for the upcoming days filled with a variety of musical performances.

Feb 25 • 15:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government holds children's carnival program in Macapá this Saturday (28)

The Amapá government is hosting 'Sacaca Folia Infantil', a children's carnival event, at Museu Sacaca in Macapá, featuring costumes, games, and cultural activities.

Feb 25 • 09:01 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Review. The Republic Day concert showed balance and composure

The Republic Day concert featured a diverse musical program that aimed to appeal to a broad audience while navigating the artistic challenge of relevance and engagement.

Feb 25 • 09:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Event Series: Women in Front of a Water Landscape

The cultural event series 'Kunsträume am Starnberger See' is dedicated to women and features a variety of readings, concerts, and exhibitions over the year, with a vibrant program showcasing their roles in creative spaces.

Feb 25 • 08:44 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Now it costs: in its 2026 season, the Teatro Colón will charge for its program booklets and promote free digital downloads

The Teatro Colón will charge for its printed program booklets starting in the 2026 season, while offering free digital access via QR codes.

Feb 24 • 20:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

São José City Hall opens registrations for nearly 3,000 spots in cultural workshops; learn how to participate

The São José dos Campos City Hall has opened registrations for 2,800 free spots in 180 cultural workshops, part of the Arte nos Bairros program.

Feb 24 • 12:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Cyber Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Completes PY2025 Fulbright ETA Korean Language Program

Cyber Hankuk University of Foreign Studies has successfully concluded its PY2025 Fulbright ETA Korean language program aimed at training American English teaching assistants.

Feb 24 • 01:24 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Exhibitions: Stone, Canvas, and Burned Earth

The Studio Rose in Schondorf presents a diverse cultural program for all ages, featuring various exhibitions and educational tours.

Feb 23 • 15:39 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

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.

Feb 23 • 14:13 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Municipal Vacation Program in Guayaquil: how to register, activities, hours and dates

The municipal vacation program in Guayaquil offers various recreational activities for children and youth and is set to begin registration soon.

Feb 21 • 15:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Traditional Lava-Pratos of São José de Ribamar takes place this weekend; see the program

The 80th edition of the Lava-Pratos festival in São José de Ribamar will take place this weekend, attracting numerous attendees with performances from various local and renowned artists.

Feb 20 • 15:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Pedro Sánchez unexpectedly appears at the 20th anniversary gala of 'Polònia': "You are brilliant!"

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez made a surprise appearance at the 20th anniversary gala of the humorous TV program 'Polònia' on TV3.

Feb 20 • 12:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Celebrating Carnival in Athens

The Cultural Foundation of the Piraeus Group welcomes Carnival with a festive program in Athens showcasing the richness of Greek carnival traditions.

Feb 20 • 07:31 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kivirähk: The president is not such a bright type that a humorist would want to write about him

Writer Andrus Kivirähk discusses the lack of inspiration he finds in writing about President Alar Karis in a cultural program.

Feb 19 • 08:15 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

"Networks" discusses Washington-Tehran talks and the dismissal of an Iraqi prison director

The program "Networks" covers the latest US-Iran talks, the dismissal of an Iraqi prison director, and reactions to various social media incidents.

Feb 18 • 15:21 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Counting last year's chicks! A grand selection of cultural events for students

The article highlights the impact of the 'Latvian School Bag' program, illustrating how it enriches students' cultural education by connecting them with museums and cinema in Latvia.

Feb 18 • 02:47 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

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.

Feb 17 • 17:56 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Surprising scenes on TV Republika. Viewers rubbed their eyes in amazement

Viewers of the morning program on TV Republika were astonished when hosts Cezary Gmyz and Sabina Treffler began dancing to a song popular among young Venezuelans after Nicolás Maduro's fall.

Feb 16 • 20:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

How to Activate WhatsApp's 'Carnival Mode'

The article discusses how to customize the WhatsApp logo to a Carnival-themed image using a program called Launcher, reflecting the festive spirit of Carnival celebrations in Argentina.

Feb 16 • 13:43 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Choices - difficult and easier. Cultural accents of this week

The article discusses a new cultural program in Latvia that focuses on significant historical figures and their choices in various contexts of moral dilemmas.

Feb 16 • 07:35 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Next Level promotes cultural exchange with hip hop and jazz

The Next Level program by the U.S. Department of State culminated its cultural exchange activities in Mexico with an artistic performance combining hip hop and jazz.

Feb 16 • 06:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The social media reacted to comments made in the Hengaillaan program

Social media users expressed outrage over comments made by Kaarina Hazard and Leea Klemola during the Finnish television show Hengaillaan.

Feb 15 • 20:25 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

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.

Feb 15 • 20:15 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Vaida Aleknavičienė: The Plan for the Culture Season Program in Germany – March

Lithuania plans to unveil its culture season program in Germany, with the working group presenting the concept in early March, anticipating a launch in 2027 with an annual budget of 1 million euros.

Feb 15 • 16:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Recife opens the 3rd night of carnival with Guerreiros do Passo, Flaira Ferro, and Almério; the program includes Liniker, Ludmilla, and Silva

The third night of carnival in Recife features traditional performances highlighting regional music and dance.

Feb 14 • 22:47 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Next Level 2026 unites Mexican and American Hip Hop

Next Level is a U.S. State Department program that uses hip hop culture as a tool for cultural diplomacy, connecting American and international artists with young people in Mexico through workshops and artistic residencies.

Feb 14 • 20:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fortaleza Carnival: see the schedule for this Saturday

Fortaleza's Carnival kicks off with a diverse program of cultural and musical celebrations throughout the city.

Feb 14 • 12:49 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

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.

Feb 14 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival 2026: Noroeste Fluminense will have a special program in five cities

The Noroeste Fluminense region in Brazil is gearing up for a special Carnival 2026, featuring various cultural activities across five cities.

Feb 13 • 23:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

LNSO Announces 100th Anniversary Concert Cycle and Autumn Subscription

The Latvian National Symphony Orchestra (LNSO) is planning a grand program to celebrate its 100th anniversary in the fall of 2026.

Feb 13 • 14:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The sexual discussions on Yle's favorite program shocked viewers: 'A bit unusual'

Discussions about sex and sexuality on Yle's popular show 'Puoli seitsemän' surprised and shocked viewers, highlighting unconventional perspectives on male pleasure.

Feb 13 • 11:05 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnaval 2026: City Hall announces the official schedule of CarnaMada

The city of Santa Maria Madalena in Brazil has announced the official program for CarnaMada 2026, a significant cultural event celebrating Carnival from February 12 to 17.

Feb 12 • 18:14 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Celebrations last for three months! The National Symphony Orchestra announces its centenary program

The Latvian National Symphony Orchestra is celebrating its centenary with a series of concerts starting in August and culminating in October, while also deliberating on the appointment of a new chief conductor.

Feb 12 • 15:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Hämeenlinna Art Museum Announced Its 75th Anniversary Program

The Hämeenlinna Art Museum in Finland will celebrate its 75th anniversary with special exhibitions, including works from renowned artists Marjukka Vainio and Eija-Liisa Ahtila.

Feb 12 • 11:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Networks: An Attempt to Smuggle Leeches at Istanbul Airport and a Book Fair in Damascus

A recent episode of Al Jazeera's program "Networks" discusses various topics, including a failed leech smuggling attempt at Istanbul Airport, reactions to an assassination attempt on the Colombian president, and a cultural focus on the Damascus International Book Fair.

Feb 11 • 13:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival on the Coast of Paraná features samba school parades, bloc parties, and electric trios; see the schedule

The 2026 Carnival in Paraná's coast offers a diverse program, including samba school parades, street blocks, cultural performances, and major shows in various cities.

Feb 11 • 08:03 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Pictures: Contra visits the "President's Book Club"

Cultural program "President's Book Club" features the work of author Guntis Berelis and his collection "Mr. Heidegger Likes Cats and Other Stories," with guests including translator Contra and lecturer Ilze Talberga.

Feb 11 • 07:31 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

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.

Feb 10 • 18:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Três Rios receives special Carnival programming starting this Friday; check it out

Três Rios, Brazil, will host a festive Carnival program featuring shows and activities for families from February 13 to 17.

Feb 10 • 15:23 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Specially Featured Latvian Films – «Artdocfest/Riga» Announces Thematic Program

The program highlights Latvian films and will take place from March 6 to 8 as part of the Artdocfest/Riga festival.

Feb 10 • 09:18 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Toma and Mulato Teatro join to bring artistic initiative to children in Tlaltizapán

A new program aimed at enhancing theater, literacy, and civic values for children in Tlaltizapán has been launched by Toma and Mulato Teatro associations.

Feb 9 • 20:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The archaeological milestones of Turkey for 2025

Turkey's Anatolian lands continue to reveal humanity's shared heritage, with a program aiming to highlight these remarkable treasures by 2025.

Feb 8 • 07:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The Malá inventura Festival will offer theatrical commentaries on society, as well as rollerblading, puppet rap, rave parties, and performative walks

The Malá inventura Festival in Czechia features a diverse program of performances including puppet theatre, dance, stand-up, and even performances that address current social and political issues.

Feb 8 • 05:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

"Networks".. An embarrassing video of Obama and the Netherlands returns a pharaonic head to Egypt

The program "Networks" highlights a troubling video by Trump showcasing Obama and Michelle in a derogatory manner, alongside Egypt's repatriation of a stolen pharaonic artifact from the Netherlands.

Feb 7 • 18:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

The Rijeka HNK production premiered at the start of the cultural program of the Winter Olympic Games

The play 'Mirandolina' premiered in Treviso as part of the cultural program for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina.

Feb 7 • 15:15 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

The Tamayo Museum inaugurates 'Wayamou: Languages of the Common' by Sheroanawe Hakihiiwe, an exhibition that connects with the Amazon jungle

The Tamayo Museum has launched its 2026 exhibition program with 'Wayamou: Languages of the Common,' featuring works by Sheroanawe Hakihiiwe that reflect his connection with the Amazon rainforest.

Feb 7 • 09:14 UTC

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