“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.
Birgitte Hjort Sørensen defends criticized council: 'We need to reignite desire and joy'
Danish Minister of Culture Jakob Engel-Schmidt calls for a cultural revitalization to strengthen the country's resilience amid global challenges, acknowledging the critical discussion about societal values.
Rane Willerslev defends criticized cultural council: 'It is quite a fluffy concept'
Cultural Minister Jakob Engel-Schmidt emphasizes the need for Denmark to strengthen its cultural resilience in response to global challenges, as expressed by the newly established cultural council chairman, Rane Willerslev.
Architects Warn Against the Culture Minister's Plans for Protected Buildings
Architects in Denmark are expressing concerns about the Culture Minister's proposed changes to regulations surrounding protected buildings.
Party will future-proof the Danish language with new agreement
Cultural Minister Jakob Engel-Schmidt and the Danish government have reached an agreement to launch a language package aimed at reducing foreign words in the Danish language.
Engel coefficient rises further: 2025 food inflation impact on items like rice
The Engel coefficient in Japan has risen to 28.6% for 2025 due to food inflation, marking the highest level since 1981.
Vatican reacts outraged to 'Meloni' angel – church must remove image of politician
The Vatican expressed bitterness after a restored angel featuring the face of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni caused a stir, leading to its painting over in one of Rome's oldest churches.
"It was antisemitic, even if it wasn't meant that way"
Philipp Peyman Engel criticizes Stefan Raab for making an antisemitic joke about Gil Ofarim and highlights RTL's inadequate handling of the incident.
"We behave in the Middle East at best like Switzerland"
Philipp Peyman Engel, editor-in-chief of the Jewish General, argues for increased pressure on the Iranian regime and claims that a regime change without foreign military support is impossible.
The ultra-wealthy are increasingly investing in Spain to buy luxury homes
A report indicates that ultra-wealthy investors are increasingly purchasing luxury properties in Spain, reflecting global stable or rising prices in the luxury segment, although experts suggest a more moderate outlook in certain regions.
"If it is not about Jews, then there is a yawning emptiness to be observed"
Philipp Peyman Engel, editor-in-chief of the 'Jewish General', questions the low public response in Germany to protests in Iran, suggesting that media coverage hinges on Jewish involvement.
Macík and Loprais in 7th stage of Dakar Rally close gap on leader. Engel and Prokop also improved their positions
In the 7th stage of the Dakar Rally, Macík and Loprais have narrowed the gap to the leader, while Engel and Prokop have also made progress.
Loprais and Macík Move Closer to the Leader at Dakar. Prokop and Engel Also Improved Their Positions
Aleš Loprais and Martin Macík secured second and third places respectively in the 7th stage of the Dakar Rally, narrowing the gap to the leader in the truck category, while Martin Prokop climbed to 13th despite losing some time to the fastest driver.
"There Will Be No Peace in the Region with Hamas - for Anyone"
Philipp Peyman Engel, editor-in-chief of 'Jüdische Allgemeine', discusses US support for Israel and the prospects for peace in the Gaza Strip, asserting that there will be no peace with Hamas.
"Our politicians in the federal government are all talk"
German Foreign Minister Wadephul stated that Germany will not participate in a stabilization force in Gaza, highlighting the government's timid approach towards Israel, according to Philipp Peyman Engel, editor-in-chief of "Jüdische Allgemeine."