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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
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Inhuman Relics from Paistu Churchyard

The article discusses archaeological excavations at the Paistu Churchyard in Estonia, revealing insights into the historical significance of the site.

Feb 28 • 12:50 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
🇧🇷 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
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Working hour limits for catering gardens in the cultural park compliant with the law

A recent ruling by Poland's Supreme Administrative Court confirms that working hour limits for catering businesses located in cultural parks are lawful.

Feb 27 • 14:21 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Pickles: Pickled!

The article explores the tradition of pickling as one of the oldest methods of food preservation, highlighting its historical significance and cultural impact across various cuisines, particularly in Germany.

Feb 26 • 14:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Restored Cross of Over 100-Year-Old Church Installed in Kotka – This is What the Demanding Operation Looked Like

A restored steel cross, weighing approximately 300 kilograms, has been successfully installed on the church tower in Kotka, Finland, as part of a restoration project.

Feb 25 • 15:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Kaunas Old Town streets may change significantly: here are the planned changes

A new plan for the historic Old Town of Kaunas encompasses 99 hectares, focusing on street management and infrastructure improvements while respecting cultural and historical contexts.

Feb 25 • 13:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Almeida ignores the Judiciary and authorizes the construction of a student residence in a protected garden

The Madrid city government, led by José Luis Martínez-Almeida, has approved the construction of a student residence in a historically protected garden despite judicial objections.

Feb 25 • 04:30 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
🇩🇰 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
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Anniversaries of February 21: What happened on a day like today?

The article discusses significant historical events that occurred on February 21, including the observance of International Mother Language Day.

Feb 21 • 09:11 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
🇨🇿 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
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

5 in the morning: Monument to the photos of Kaisariani – Drums of war in the Middle East – Concern for the Chikungunya virus

The collection of photographs from Kaisariani has been declared a monument, raising historical awareness while drawing attention to ongoing concerns over conflict in the Middle East and the Chikungunya virus.

Feb 19 • 02:00 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
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Trump officials sued over effort to ‘erase history and science’ in national parks

A lawsuit has been filed against Trump officials for allegedly forcing the removal of historical and scientific exhibits from national parks.

Feb 18 • 02:13 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
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

KKE – Municipality of Kaisariani on the historical evidence of the execution of 200 on May 1, 1944

The KKE and the Municipality of Kaisariani are advocating for the preservation of historical documents related to the execution of political prisoners in 1944, calling for them to be housed in a local museum for public access.

Feb 15 • 17:18 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
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Diver's Family Wishes for Continued Diving Investigation Activities After Death During Longsei Coal Mine Investigation

The family of the diver who died while conducting underwater investigations at the Longsei Coal Mine hopes for the continuation of the recovery efforts.

Feb 13 • 11:00 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

Fuzileiros da Fuzarca, the oldest bloco in Maranhão, turns 90

The Fuzileiros da Fuzarca, the oldest bloco in Maranhão, celebrated its 90th anniversary with a cultural event honoring its historical significance in Brazilian carnival tradition.

Feb 11 • 14:27 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
🇧🇷 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall to restore Lopes Chaves for new educational program

The São Paulo State Government has approved Taubaté's plan to restore the historic Lopes Chaves School for a new educational initiative aimed at high-achieving public school students.

Feb 10 • 13:51 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Water Leak at the Palace

There was a water leak at the Royal Palace in Norway due to a loosened connection in a hot water pipe, but damage appears to be limited and no significant historical artifacts were affected.

Feb 10 • 11:38 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Historians ask to maintain the paper publication of the sports yearbook

Estonian historians are urging the Sports Training and Information Foundation to abandon plans to cease the paper publication of the Estonian sports yearbook starting in 2025.

Feb 10 • 10:32 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Waldorf Astoria in New York is reborn: it was the largest hotel in the world

The Waldorf Astoria in New York, once the world's largest hotel, has undergone a major renovation, transforming into a luxury space with fewer hotel rooms and more private residences.

Feb 10 • 10:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

After the judicial fair, the cause for the works at Luna Park is reactivated

The judicial process regarding construction works at the Luna Park stadium has resumed after a previous injunction suspended the project due to concerns over historical preservation.

Feb 9 • 16:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Understand how the project that mapped the Colosseum in Rome can help preserve the historical centers of São Paulo

A project mapping Rome's Colosseum will aid in the preservation of historical sites in São Paulo's Amparo.

Feb 8 • 09:00 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
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

New owners of Kuressaare Spa building gradually restore its historical appearance

The new owners of the Kuressaare Spa building plan to restore its historical appearance in phases, allowing the tenant to continue operations during the main season.

Feb 5 • 10:28 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

1.5 million euros for the renovation of Imatran Valtionhotelli – "Needs assessed far into the future," says owner

The new owner of Imatran Valtionhotelli plans to invest 1.5 million euros in renovations to ensure the hotel's historical significance and address extensive repair needs.

Feb 5 • 09:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This well-known door from downtown Helsinki is leaving

One of the old oak doors from Helsinki's main railway station will have a new life at the Kauklahden station in Espoo after being replaced by glass sliding doors during renovations.

Feb 4 • 15:43 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
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The President's Promise to Preserve the Dongsanju Sex Disease Control Center Must Be Executed

Citizen groups are urging the government to implement President Lee Jae-myung's promise to preserve the historical Dongsanju Sex Disease Control Center, which is currently at risk of demolition, emphasizing the lack of follow-up actions despite promises made.

Feb 3 • 06:52 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Historical Buildings: Association crowns the "Demolition of the Year"

A historic residential house and a traditional inn in Upper Bavaria, along with a 400-year-old half-timbered building in Central Franconia, have been awarded the "Demolitions of the Year" for 2025, prompting a call for greater appreciation and preservation of historic structures.

Jan 12 • 12:36 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Crime & Justice

KZ Relics in the Lingen Prison: Heritage Protection Does Not Prevent Decay

The article discusses the deteriorating condition of four barracks from the former Nazi concentration camp XI Groß Hesepe, highlighting the lack of preservation efforts despite their historical significance.

Dec 28 • 17:30 UTC

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