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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Frankfurt before the election: More construction sites than money

Frankfurt's cultural committee reaches a rare consensus ahead of local elections, aiming to finalize a budget amidst numerous expensive projects and construction sites.

Feb 28 • 11:58 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

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.

Feb 26 • 19:37 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Point N: A Turk in the Fight Against Windmills Speaks the Language of NIMBY

Czech lawmakers are proposing a bill aimed at overcoming local opposition to development projects, known as NIMBYism, which has stirred controversy regarding its implications for cultural heritage protection.

Feb 25 • 18:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 24 • 13:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Tesonet owners have purchased a former mortuary in the capital's Žvėrynas district

The owners of Tesonet have acquired a historic mortuary in Vilnius as a real estate investment, with plans for commercial and cultural projects.

Feb 24 • 11:53 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Johanna Rolland cannot let us die": the creators of the Machines of Nantes fear they may have to leave the city

The creators of the Machines of Nantes have filed a lawsuit against the Nantes Metropolis due to financial and reputational damage from the abandonment of the 'Tree of Herons' project in 2022.

Feb 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Rozzano, a mural and eight projects for urban regeneration

Rozzano launches a mural and eight initiatives aimed at urban regeneration, emphasizing community growth and cultural investment.

Feb 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

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.

Feb 19 • 16:06 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In the Music Hall – Sounding Lithuania: Culture Inspiring Strength and the Brightest Regional Projects

The article highlights a cultural event organized by Lithuania's National Culture Center, celebrating its 85th anniversary and featuring various artistic presentations and educational workshops.

Feb 19 • 07:34 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Bridge Construction: How Road Building Destroys Landscapes

The article discusses the replacement of a monstrous elevated road from the DDR era in Leipzig with a new construction, critiquing the cultural and environmental impact of such projects.

Feb 18 • 05:22 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

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.

Feb 17 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

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.

Feb 16 • 15:30 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Cities are the Second Leg of Culture

The opening weekend of the EHMK Trenčín 2026 showcases the cultural significance of cities in Slovakia, juxtaposing vibrant cultural projects with challenges in infrastructure and preservation.

Feb 16 • 14:53 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Trenčín has Declared for Free Europe. The Opening Weekend of EHMK Showed an Impressive Show and the Strength of Community Projects

Trenčín has become the second Slovak city to hold the title of European Capital of Culture, marking a significant milestone with an investment of 65 million euros for the project.

Feb 15 • 10:44 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

LIVE BROADCAST ⟩ Today the laureates of the Estonian Architecture Awards will be revealed

The 2025 Estonian Architecture Awards will be presented at a ceremonial event in the Tallinn City Theatre, recognizing outstanding architecture projects and their creators.

Feb 14 • 16:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Antoni Miralda: "The United States is a magnificent country that is in a shambles"

Artist Antoni Miralda reflects on his ongoing projects as he celebrates the 40th anniversary of his Honeymoon Project with the release of a new book.

Feb 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Adeleke’s ongoing projects saved Ife from embarrassment – Ooni’s chief

The Obalufe of Ile-Ife praises Governor Adeleke for infrastructure projects that enhance cultural heritage and improve access in the town.

Feb 12 • 04:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 11 • 18:28 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
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

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.

Feb 10 • 12:45 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

He founded 'Menuets' and sketches projects only by hand. A conversation with architect Andris Kronbergs

Architect Andris Kronbergs discusses his journey from founding the band 'Menuets' to becoming an influential architect in Latvia.

Feb 8 • 12:20 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

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.

Feb 4 • 11:20 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Azuay presents 160 events for carnival: hotel sector projects 90% occupancy

Azuay's Prefecture has unveiled a schedule of over 160 events for the upcoming carnival, anticipating 90% hotel occupancy due to various artistic, gastronomic, and cultural presentations across the province.

Feb 3 • 17:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

New programming of La 2, which seeks to continue growing with a daily live magazine and two projects with Iñaki Gabilondo

La 2 has launched a new programming schedule aimed at increasing viewership, featuring a daily live magazine and new projects with Iñaki Gabilondo, along with the cultural show 'Sukha' and a special edition of 'Página Dos' from Paris.

Feb 2 • 14:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Politicians and Entrepreneurs: Weimer's Blending of His Two Roles Remains Disreputable

Wolfram Weimer, the cultural state minister, is under scrutiny for accepting subsidies while also distributing them to cultural projects, all while co-owning a company that hosts high-profile networking events.

Jan 13 • 12:06 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Have you heard about these three projects? They are hidden gems of our beautiful culture

The article highlights three lesser-known cultural projects in Croatia that have a significant local impact despite their small scale and budgets.

Jan 3 • 13:03 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The theater that will mark 2026: the Andalusian power, an Oriol Pla in a state of grace, and the return of Coque Malla

The article discusses the uncertain political climate affecting the cultural sector in Spain, particularly theater, while highlighting significant projects and notable performances expected to shape the year 2026.

Jan 2 • 20:46 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

The Great New Year's Double Issue of Večernji List: A Look into 2026 through Science, Society, and Global Trends

The central part of the double issue features an extensive 16-page scientific contribution focusing on significant trends and advancements in science and technology, including artificial intelligence developments and technological breakthroughs that will shape daily life, with sections analyzing potential sports figures and cultural projects for 2026.

Dec 29 • 14:41 UTC

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