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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

What will happen to the Šmēling Chapel? It’s just a matter of money

The planned demolition of the historic Šmēling Chapel at the Children's Clinical University Hospital has sparked public outrage and raised questions about its preservation amidst prevalent regulatory challenges.

Mar 1 • 22:00 UTC
🇱🇹 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
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government postpones recognizing historic irrigation systems as Intangible Cultural Heritage

The Spanish government has postponed the recognition of historic irrigation systems as Intangible Cultural Heritage due to substantial objections received during the process.

Mar 1 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

It now has a new owner, an architectural gem in ruins by the sea that has heritage protection

The historic Parador Ariston in Mar del Plata has been acquired by a group of local entrepreneurs who plan to restore and revitalize the building.

Feb 28 • 18:55 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
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Magnificent Villa in Zlín of Baťa's Right-Hand Man Opens Up After a 200 Million Reconstruction

A historic villa in Zlín, once belonging to the right-hand man of Tomáš Baťa, has reopened following an extensive renovation that cost 200 million Czech koruna.

Feb 28 • 07:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Will there be solar panels in the center of Kutná Hora? The city called for talks with Minister Klempíř due to concerns about monuments

The city of Kutná Hora has expressed concerns about the potential installation of solar panels in the historic center and has requested discussions with Minister Klempíř.

Feb 27 • 08:37 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
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Agrafa: A Major Landslide 'Swallows' a Landmark in the Village of Daphne

A significant landslide in the village of Daphne in Greece has caused extensive damage to the local infrastructure and has destroyed a historic mill that was a cultural heritage site.

Feb 26 • 20:04 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Vijciema Pine Cone Dryer Invites Visitors – Drying Has Begun and Celebrations Are Expected

The Vijciema Pine Cone Dryer, maintained by AS 'Latvijas valsts meži', is a historic facility showcasing traditional forestry practices in Latvia, now inviting visitors as its drying season starts with celebrations ahead.

Feb 25 • 22:01 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Alexandria’s historic tram faces final stop as modern rail project moves ahead

Alexandria, Egypt's historic tram system, which has been in operation for 163 years, is set to be replaced by a modern light rail project, sparking concerns among residents about the loss of this cultural heritage.

Feb 25 • 11:37 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
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK city is a hidden gem with longest historic walls for an enchanting walk

Chester, a city in the UK, is celebrated for its well-preserved historic walls and rich heritage, making it a premier destination for city breaks.

Feb 23 • 17:50 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
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Picture-perfect town full of independent shops and fairytale castle

Frome, a charming town in Somerset, is celebrated for its cobbled streets, vibrant independent shops, and historic heritage.

Feb 23 • 12:31 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
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Closing Ceremony of the Winter Games: There is Ice Again Instead of ICE

The closing ceremony of the Winter Olympics is set to take place in the historic Verona Arena, which raises issues about the renaming of venues for the games.

Feb 22 • 21:52 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

NSW's only heritage-listed town is 'at a turning point'

Braidwood, the only town on the NSW State Heritage Registry, faces a pivotal moment as it seeks to restore its historic charm and attract visitors.

Feb 21 • 21:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Restorers Try to Restore the Sound of a Century-Old Piano Affected by a Historic Flood in RS

Restorers in Canoas, Brazil, are working on reconstructing a century-old piano that was damaged during a historic flood in May 2024.

Feb 21 • 16:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Famous printer, then squat and ruin. The industrial pearl of Liberec is being transformed into apartments

The historic site of a famous printer in Liberec is undergoing transformation into apartments after falling into disrepair and becoming a squat.

Feb 21 • 08:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Why is Maqluba Associated with Resistance? And How Did Muftul and Kunafa Become Part of Palestinian Memory?

The article explores the cultural significance of Maqluba and other Palestinian dishes, relating them to historical resistance and collective memory.

Feb 20 • 15:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"It hurts to see": Mayor tried to protest, but now his neighbor's house from 1893 has been demolished

Frederiksberg's mayor expressed personal pain over the demolition of a historic house in his neighborhood, underscoring a need for new regulations to protect such properties.

Feb 20 • 05:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Carousel and Shooting Range by the Church. Cardinal Ryś Intervenes in an Unclear Dispute

A carousel and shooting stalls were set up near a historic church in Zakopane, leading to legal disputes over commercial use of the public space.

Feb 19 • 17:13 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Hotel Casino Míguez: part of the emblematic building of Punta del Este is abandoned, for sale, and awaits rebirth

The historic Hotel Casino Míguez in Punta del Este, recently declared a heritage site, is for sale at a price of $4.3 million.

Feb 19 • 06:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

People Come to Adopt Statues Here... Know What This Trend Is and Why It Started

Milan's iconic Duomo Cathedral has launched a new initiative called 'Adopt a Statue' allowing people to sponsor the restoration of its historic sculptures.

Feb 19 • 05:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Memory of the Afro-Caribbean Heritage of Panama in Giana de Dier's Archive of Possibilities

The article discusses Giana de Dier's first exhibition in Spain, which recreates a historic neighborhood of Panama City through collages that highlight often overlooked stories.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

VIDEO: The red rooster swallowed the historical Sannazaro theatre in Naples

A fire in an affluent neighborhood of Naples, Italy, destroyed the interior of the historic Teatro Sannazaro on Tuesday.

Feb 18 • 07:56 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Sannazaro Destroyed, Naples Hurts

A devastating fire has rendered the historic Sannazaro Theatre in Naples inoperable, causing significant damage and evacuations in the surrounding area.

Feb 18 • 05:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A fire destroys the historic Sannazaro Theatre in Naples

A fire in Naples has led to the destruction of the historic Sannazaro Theatre, built in 1847.

Feb 17 • 13:53 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

A historic theater in the center of Naples ravaged by flames

A historic theater in Naples, the Teatro Sannazaro, has been completely destroyed by a fire that started in a nearby apartment building.

Feb 17 • 13:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Salta hotel that was home to the legendary musician Cuchi Leguizamón and Robert Duvall

The article highlights a historic hotel in Salta, Argentina, that was once owned by Hollywood star Robert Duvall and is lauded for its architectural charm and natural beauty.

Feb 17 • 11:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

N. Kaklamanis: Intent to involve Parliament in acquiring the historic photographs of Kaisariani

The President of the Hellenic Parliament, Nikitas Kaklamanis, announced plans to engage Parliament in acquiring the historic photographs of those executed in Kaisariani and ensuring their authenticity.

Feb 16 • 12:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

New Meeting Place in Hebertshausen: A Four-Sided Farm Becomes an Artist Colony

A historic four-sided farm in Hebertshausen, Germany, is being transformed into an artist colony by Marion and Peter Kazek.

Feb 16 • 11:13 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Cultural cradle, Madre Deus is a stage of resistance for Maranhão's Carnival

The article profiles a vibrant cultural scene in the historic center of São Luís, Maranhão, highlighting the preparations for Carnaval at Laborarte, a historic cultural house.

Feb 16 • 09:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Nantes: 20 years later, the enigma of the theft of the Code Noir remains unresolved

The theft of the historic 'Code Noir' book in Nantes, which occurred during renovation work in January 2006, remains unsolved two decades later.

Feb 15 • 08:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Historic cabin that survived war and arson renovated in Rovaniemi – the bill will be paid by tourists

A historic cabin in Rovaniemi, which survived the Lapland War and suffered from arson, has been renovated, with funding expected from tourist visitors.

Feb 14 • 10:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Filmmakers saved a legendary studio where Karel Zeman and Geislerová filmed

Filmmakers have successfully rescued a historic film studio known for works by legends like Karel Zeman and Geislerová in Czechia.

Feb 14 • 07:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival Paths: Signage in the Historic Site Transforms the Streets and Alleys of Olinda into an Affective Map of Carnival; VIDEO

The Historic Site of Olinda now features signage that enhances Carnival by highlighting important streets and cultural points in the city.

Feb 14 • 05:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The only preserved historical gate of Brno is undergoing reconstruction, still remembers the Swedes

The historical gate in Brno, a remnant from the era influenced by Swedish invasions, is currently undergoing reconstruction.

Feb 14 • 03:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Historical area of the old Parahyba Textile Factory goes up for auction, with bids starting at R$ 195 million, in São José dos Campos

A historic area of the old Parahyba Textile Factory in São José dos Campos is being auctioned off, with bids starting at R$ 195 million.

Feb 14 • 00:12 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The carpet of the Sitaridis family: It traveled from Erzurum of Pontus to Greece and united the past with the present

The article explores the journey of a family carpet that symbolizes the connection between Greek families from Pontus and their historic roots.

Feb 13 • 19:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public Prosecutor's Office opens inquiry into neglect in the conservation of historic church in Bahia

The Bahia State Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an inquiry into the alleged neglect of conservation efforts for the historic Church of Nossa Senhora do Bom Sucesso in Abaíra.

Feb 13 • 19:23 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

What is El Soyate, the emblematic ranch of the Aguilar family in Villanueva, Zacatecas? | VIDEOS

El Soyate, a historic ranch owned by the Aguilar dynasty in Villanueva, Zacatecas, symbolizes the family's artistic legacy and their personal history.

Feb 13 • 15:54 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

The Hiking Tip: For Napoleon, It Was Still Indispensable

The article discusses the historic importance of the Hohen Straße, a once vital route that connected various peoples and cultures, now revitalized as part of a regional park route in eastern Wetterau, Germany.

Feb 13 • 06:50 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The notable bar that recovers classic flavors and anticipated the trend of bodegones

A historic bar in Buenos Aires, which closed unexpectedly and was later revived, plays a significant role in showcasing the city's gastronomic culture.

Feb 13 • 03:01 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Radix between Borders and the Risorgimento: A Journey to Trieste and Casale Monferrato in the Footsteps of Italy's Roots

The upcoming episode of 'Radix' takes viewers on a journey through the historic cities of Trieste and Casale Monferrato, highlighting their importance in Italy's cultural and political identity.

Feb 12 • 10:15 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Voluntary Engagement: From Platform 11 to the Rabbi Villa

Ingeborg Kropp-Arend, an active volunteer, received the Federal Cross of Merit for her extensive contributions to social projects, including supporting women at the Munich central station and commemorating Jewish life in a historic villa in Fulda.

Feb 12 • 10:00 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
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinese probe into Nanjing Museum scandal alleges historic mismanagement and corruption

A scandal involving the Nanjing Museum highlights allegations of corruption and mismanagement regarding the sale of donated paintings that were supposed to be preserved.

Feb 10 • 08:00 UTC

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