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🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The reconstruction project of the museum complex has been halted: a petition has been announced, signatures are being collected

A petition led by controversial politician Naglis Puteikis has been initiated against the transformation of the historic Jonušas Radvila Palace in Vilnius into a modern museum, amidst protests from heritage conservation experts.

Mar 1 • 11:01 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Himeji Castle Raises Admission Fee for Non-Residents to 2500 Yen; Odawara Castle Implements 'Dual Pricing' as Well

Himeji Castle has increased the admission fee for non-residents aged 18 and older from 1000 yen to 2500 yen, sparking discussions about pricing fairness and the need for funding maintenance and preservation.

Mar 1 • 02:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Photos of Kaisariani: The transfer of ownership to the Greek State has been completed

The Greek Ministry of Culture has successfully completed the transfer of ownership of a collection of photographs related to the executed in Kaisariani to the Greek State.

Feb 28 • 11:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Dusetai – a dramatic night: the city's historical symbol collapsed

A historic building in Dusetai, Lithuania, known for its cultural significance, collapsed under the weight of heavy snow, raising concerns about heritage preservation responsibilities among property owners.

Feb 28 • 10:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The iconic inn U Černého orla in Litomyšl will be saved by a patron

A patron is set to save the iconic U Černého orla inn in Litomyšl, as indicated in the news article.

Feb 28 • 07:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City of Poços Concludes the Listing of the Old Building of the Municipal ADM

The city of Poços de Caldas has completed the formal listing of its historical municipal building, enhancing its protection as a cultural heritage site.

Feb 27 • 16:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Corfu: The new Maritime Heritage Preservation Center 'Spyros Zervopoulos' was inaugurated

The new Maritime Heritage Preservation Center named after Spyros Zervopoulos was inaugurated in Corfu, celebrating his contributions to the port's development.

Feb 27 • 15:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Loss in Dusetos: The Oldest Building in the City Collapsed Due to Snow

A historic building in Dusetos, Lithuania, has collapsed due to heavy snow, highlighting the responsibilities of property owners regarding cultural heritage preservation.

Feb 26 • 21:58 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Digital Shelter Can Protect Cultural Heritage in War

A report from Sweden's National Heritage Board suggests that a digital shelter could be key to protecting the country's cultural heritage in the event of war or armed conflict.

Feb 26 • 16:11 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Nara Takamatsuzuka Tumulus National Treasure Wall Paintings to Be Closed to the Public for Four Years Due to New Facility Development

The public viewing of wall paintings at the Takamatsuzuka Tumulus in Nara will be halted for four years as a new preservation and exhibition facility is developed.

Feb 26 • 02:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Paulistana Times Square': Bright Screens in the Center Approved by Heritage Agency

The 'Paulistana Times Square' project, which aims to install large LED screens in downtown Sao Paulo, has received approval from the city's heritage agency, although further permits are still required.

Feb 24 • 19:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Condominium and manager of the JK Building are convicted for damage to heritage

The JK Building condominium and its manager in Belo Horizonte were convicted for environmental crimes regarding cultural heritage.

Feb 24 • 18:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Urbia wants to transform the Serraria of Ibirapuera Park into a commercial center with restaurants, shops, and a gym

The company Urbia plans to convert the old Serraria at Ibirapuera Park into a commercial hub, despite facing opposition from heritage preservation authorities.

Feb 24 • 14:18 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The City Hall Should Settle for Copies of Munch

Oslo's politicians are pushing for original Edvard Munch prints to be displayed in the city hall, despite strong objections from art experts at the Munch Museum regarding the appropriateness of the venue for valuable art.

Feb 23 • 21:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal body for heritage protection halts works under the Minhocão

The Brazilian federal heritage protection agency has stopped construction works beneath the Minhocão after the discovery of tram tracks.

Feb 23 • 16:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A unique rescue project in Brno. The remains of a recently discovered medieval house will be moved

A unique project in Brno involves relocating the remnants of a recently discovered medieval house.

Feb 23 • 16:15 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Professor of Architectural Heritage: It is the worst thing that has happened in 108 years

A couple restoring a historic property in Denmark faces significant challenges due to strict heritage preservation regulations.

Feb 23 • 08:02 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Honoring cultural worker Ruta Cibule for her lifelong contribution to the development of Latgalian culture

Ruta Cibule, a dedicated cultural worker, is being recognized for her significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Latgalian culture over more than forty years.

Feb 23 • 06:14 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The valued building in Kirkkonummi is set to be demolished – the emeritus professor exclaims: "I am shocked"

In Kirkkonummi, a church center designed by renowned architect Juha Leiviskä faces demolition amid ongoing disputes over its preservation despite its historical significance.

Feb 20 • 07:56 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'You should also go to Kyoto', Akhilesh's jab at CM Yogi's Japan tour

Akhilesh Yadav criticizes CM Yogi Adityanath's upcoming tour to Japan, questioning its relevance and suggesting he learn from Japan's heritage management.

Feb 20 • 06:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Will the revision of the construction law threaten UNESCO heritage sites? Experts warn of disgrace, the state rejects criticism

Historians and architects in Czechia are opposing a proposed revision to the construction law, warning it could jeopardize UNESCO heritage sites and calling for stronger protections.

Feb 19 • 15:21 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Gaza cemetery bulldozed by Israel must be ‘restored to the way it was’, families of Australian war dead say

Families of Australian soldiers buried in the Gaza War Cemetery demand restoration after recent bulldozing by Israeli forces.

Feb 19 • 14:00 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The National Heritage Management gives 7 million for medieval houses in five counties

The National Heritage Management of Norway has allocated 7 million kroner to preserve medieval houses across five counties.

Feb 19 • 06:26 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

DRC: Musicians work to preserve Congolese rumba

In Kinshasa, musicians are making efforts to preserve Congolese rumba, a genre recognized for its historical significance and recently added to UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list.

Feb 18 • 19:29 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

In search of medieval graffiti in the churches - "Great experience"

Experts are documenting medieval graffiti in Gotland churches, highlighting the need for preservation before these historical inscriptions are lost.

Feb 18 • 14:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Maximal protection for the El Águila complex: the former beer factory already reaches the value of Cultural Property for its unique style

The El Águila beer factory in Madrid is set to receive the designation of Cultural Property due to its unique architectural style and historical significance.

Feb 17 • 23:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Boyes Factory: understand how state listing may impose new rules and impact real estate project in Piracicaba

The state listing study of Boyes Factory in Piracicaba could impose new intervention rules and affect real estate developments.

Feb 17 • 11:27 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Swedish World Heritage Sites Rotting, Molding, and Being Washed Away

Climate change is threatening Sweden's World Heritage Sites, which tell the story of human history, as they face deterioration due to environmental changes.

Feb 16 • 22:58 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Swedish World Heritage Sites are Decaying, Moldy, and Being Washed Away

Swedish World Heritage sites are facing significant threats from climate change, leading to decay and other damage.

Feb 16 • 13:29 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

"For things to become old and interesting, they must be allowed to live"

The article discusses the importance of allowing historical items and artifacts to exist and be appreciated for their cultural significance.

Feb 14 • 07:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Factory building from 1855: Here the original is in focus

A feature article highlights the architectural and historical significance of a factory building from 1855 in Norway.

Feb 13 • 18:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Art Collection: The Hidden Treasures of the Freising Diocesan Museum

The Freising Diocesan Museum houses numerous artworks that remain undisplayed, stored securely and maintained with precise environmental controls.

Feb 13 • 14:06 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Winners of Museum Rots Have Been Announced

The winners of the Estonian Museum Awards were announced on February 12 in Rakvere, honoring outstanding contributions to the preservation and presentation of Estonia's cultural heritage.

Feb 12 • 18:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The law strengthens the preservation of the historical heritage of the old town of Kuldiga

A new law has been proposed in Latvia to enhance the protection and preservation of both tangible and intangible cultural heritage in the old town of Kuldiga, which was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2023.

Feb 12 • 10:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court sets deadline for Condephaat to evaluate the regularity of fences at the Campinas Community Center

A Brazilian court has ordered the Condephaat to evaluate the regularity of the steel fences installed around the Campinas Community Center in light of preservation policies for protected heritage.

Feb 12 • 09:58 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Endangered Industrial Culture: Why Cologne's Listed Railway Bridges Face Demolition

Four historic railway bridges in Cologne, spared from WWII destruction, are now at risk of demolition as Deutsche Bahn presents unconvincing arguments for their removal.

Feb 11 • 05:27 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The heirs of Nino Bravo criticize the state of the artist's museum and open a dispute with a Spanish town hall

Nino Bravo's heirs are criticizing the management of his museum and entering into a dispute with the local town hall over maintenance issues.

Feb 10 • 23:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

São Paulo State begins study that may protect the Beira Rio Complex in Piracicaba

The São Paulo State's Council for the Defense of Historical, Archaeological, Artistic and Tourist Heritage has initiated a study to potentially safeguard the Beira Rio Complex in Piracicaba, which includes several historically significant sites.

Feb 10 • 19:33 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Unknown Soldier: A Joint Ministerial Decision by Dendias-Mendoni Established the Mixed Advisory Committee for the Promotion and Maintenance of the Monument

A joint ministerial decision has established a Mixed Advisory Committee to oversee the promotion and maintenance of the Unknown Soldier Monument in Greece.

Feb 10 • 15:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

So that it doesn't happen to you. The exhibition shows the destruction of Slovak culture

An exhibition highlights the threat to Slovak culture through various means of detraction and destruction.

Feb 10 • 14:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Where is San Martín's curved sword

San Martín's historic curved sword is now on public display in a Buenos Aires military barracks, with public access available from Wednesday to Sunday.

Feb 9 • 18:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for New Mexico: the state promotes learning the native language from an early age

New Mexico is promoting the early learning of indigenous languages to help preserve the cultural heritage of its significant Native American communities.

Feb 9 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Summer: historic houses in Mar del Plata come to life with private investments, gastronomy, and an original museum

In Mar del Plata, historic houses are being revitalized through private investments, gastronomic developments, and innovative museums, amidst ongoing concerns about architectural heritage preservation.

Feb 8 • 22:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Indigenous peoples, marine preservation, periphery, and the game of beasts: samba schools enchant on the 2nd day of parades in Santos

Eight samba schools paraded in Santos, Brazil, showcasing various themes including indigenous peoples and cultural heritage despite challenging weather conditions.

Feb 8 • 09:38 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Two Castles for Hesse: A Gift That Should Make History

The House of Hesse is offering castles, museums, and a hotel to the government of Hesse, raising cultural and historical considerations.

Feb 7 • 13:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

"The Cuadra of Luis Barragán is a life project": Fernando Romero on the rescue of the masterpiece

Architect Fernando Romero discusses the acquisition and preservation of La Cuadra, a masterpiece by Luis Barragán, emphasizing its importance for cultural heritage amid urban expansion.

Feb 6 • 10:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Procedure investigates the whereabouts of Chico Mendes' items in AC: 'Personal collection is not part of the indictment', says widow

The Acre Public Ministry has initiated a procedure to investigate the storage and preservation conditions of the personal collection of environmentalist Chico Mendes.

Feb 4 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Delta makes case for preservation of wetlands

Delta State Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Ejiro Jamani, emphasized the importance of preserving and sustainably managing wetlands, highlighting their environmental, economic, spiritual, and cultural significance during the World Wetlands Day celebration in Asaba.

Feb 4 • 02:27 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
Life & Tech

We do not have a monopoly on erasing architectural heritage

The article discusses the ongoing debate about the preservation and significance of architectural heritage amidst urban development pressures.

Feb 3 • 15:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

I Live in a History Book: Understand What It's Like to Live in a Listed House and What the Owner's Duties Are

The article explores the life of Paulo Pacetta, a resident of a historical property in Amparo, SP, highlighting the responsibilities and restrictions faced by owners of listed heritage buildings.

Feb 3 • 14:39 UTC

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