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British museums in London, historically free to the public, may soon start charging admission fees due to financial pressures.

V. Aleknavičienė supports legal measures to restrict concerts of performers from Russia in response to geopolitical tensions.

The Icelandic ministry declined the rights to an opera that had not premiered due to various considerations.

The AfD's cultural policies aim to promote a 'patriotic cultural policy' that seeks to reaffirm German identity, critiqued for its superficial approach.

New legislation in Latvia aims to enhance oversight of the concert hall "Gors," preventing local authorities from disposing of the 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.

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.

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.

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.

The mayor of Vilnius proposes changing the law to prevent foreigners from performing in Russia and Belarus following the invasion of Ukraine.

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.

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.

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.

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 in Estonia are calling for cultural policies to prioritize accessibility and equality ahead of the Independence Day celebrations and parliamentary elections.

Antonio Castillo Algarra's influence on Madrid's educational policies is evident in schools' celebration of Hispanic Heritage.

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 acknowledges signing a request to prevent Georgian performer Gio Pika from entering Lithuania due to his history of performing in Russia.

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.

President Claudia Sheinbaum leads her morning conference from Palacio Nacional, discussing various topics including consumer protection and cultural initiatives.

French cultural figure Jack Lang is being investigated in connection with Jeffrey Epstein as allegations of financial misconduct surface.

The Community of Madrid has significantly reduced its public funding for the Círculo de Bellas Artes, raising suspicions of political bias in cultural programming.

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’s Culture Minister announced plans to draft a law that would ban Russian literature from circulation in the country.

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.

The Riigikogu is set to discuss the 2026 Estonian Human Development Report, focusing on education's role in society.

The Latvian government is advocating for state involvement in the management of the Gors concert hall, despite objections from the local council.

The Lithuanian government has changed the national award procedures, allowing recipients to decline their awards in writing.

The article critiques the South Korean government's K-pop policies, drawing parallels to the chaotic Jamberry concert incident of 2023.

The Mato Grosso do Sul Cultural Foundation has begun requiring donations or services from artists to use a key cultural venue, sparking criticism.

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 Latvian government is working on a draft law to establish state involvement in the management of the regional concert hall 'Gors' in Rēzekne.

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 has decided not to support the Ministry of Culture's proposal for state involvement in the management of the concert hall "Gors".

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 Community of Madrid's government has cut funding to the Círculo de Bellas Artes, arguing that its activities do not align with regional interests, highlighting a cultural policy conflict.

Woo Seung-hyun has been appointed as the new chairman of the Korea Music Content Association to lead its strategic initiatives in the changing K-pop industry.

São Paulo's Municipal Secretary of Culture, Totó Parente, asserts that there is no crisis at the Theatro Municipal, highlighting the venue's successful attendance despite claims of ideological conflict.

The Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development proposes that the state should take over 51% ownership of the 'Gors' concert hall while allowing Rēzekne to retain 49%, aiming for better control of cultural policy in Latgale.

Artist Urmo Raus discusses how money serves as a tool of power in state cultural policy and the silence or resistance of cultural advocates regarding this influence.

The German government has proposed a new concept for commemorating NS crimes and the SED dictatorship, but the mention of German colonialism has been removed from the new memorial site concept by the current cultural minister.

The article highlights recent political controversies and decisions in Brazil, including a canceled meeting about ethics, budget adjustments, and proposed legislation affecting cultural events for children.

Sweden's largest cultural policy conference, Folk och kultur, sees no participation from Tidö cooperation party leaders for the fifth consecutive year, despite attendance from leaders of other parties.

Cinemas are raising concerns that the senior cinema program will be underfunded, prompting the Culture Ministry to allocate an additional 3 million euros after warnings about insufficient funds.

Members of the Left party in Munich have proposed ten commandments for a new cultural policy, symbolically chiseling them into a heavy marble slab during a demonstration in front of the town hall.

The music group Elemental, alongside other artists, performed in Komiža on the island of Vis as part of the AJMO! cultural program funded by the Ministry of Culture, highlighting ongoing public funding for artistic performances.