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Sogang University's graduate student, Sung Min-seo, won the Best Paper Award at the 2026 Korean Electromagnetic Waves Society Winter Conference for his research on using quantum artificial neural networks for radar micro-Doppler robotic dog classification.

Lelde Stumbre won the first annual award from the Dramaturgs Association for her play 'Durvis aizveras', determined by a reader jury voting.

The Central Bank of Nigeria has been awarded 'Central Bank of the Year' for its reform efforts that restored macroeconomic stability.

Yoshio Murakami, a former director of Asahi Shimbun and a prominent international journalist, died of lung cancer at the age of 88 on March 14.

A summary of notable events in Norway and internationally, including tensions with Iran, local violence incidents, award winners in music, and the death of a former tennis champion.

Lombardy celebrated a stellar athletics season during the Athletics Festival, honoring Matteo Sioli and Erika Saraceni as the Athletes of the Year.

'The Secret Agent' continues to hold its relevance in the international scene, leading the Brazilian nominations at the Platino Xcaret Awards with eight nominations.

Singer and composer Guilherme Arantes will receive the UBC Medal 2026 from the Brazilian Union of Composers on April 7 in São Paulo.

Tobias Sten was named the big winner of the Spellemannprisen, raising questions about the implications of his accolades for the award's prestige and musical quality.

Lelde Stumbre received the inaugural "Dramaturgs Association" Annual Award for her play "Durvis aizveras" at the original dramaturgy festival "Pie mums martā."

Finn Kalvik, a veteran folk artist, received the Spellemann's Honorary Award just days after winning the Oslo City Artist Award.

Finn Kalvik received the Spellemann Honorary Award, which he could not accept personally, with his friend and fellow musician Øystein Sunde accepting on his behalf.

Finn Kalvik, the 78-year-old artist, received an honorary award at the Spellemann ceremony, which was accepted on his behalf by friend and musician Øystein Sunde.

The Central Bank of Nigeria was awarded 'Central Bank of the Year' for its effective monetary and structural reforms.

Kurt Stümpfig, head chef at Linde GmbH, emphasizes the importance of quality ingredients and sustainability in cafeteria food, having served up to 1500 meals a day for over 35 years.

The Academy of Athens awarded the Honorary Award of Letters and Fine Arts to composer Stauros Xarchakos during a ceremony celebrating its 100th anniversary.

The article reflects on the recent music award ceremonies in Latvia, discussing the differences between the 'Golden Microphone' and the newly introduced GAMMA awards.

Jussi-award-winning actor Petri Poikolainen, diagnosed with MS at 30, shared his passion for life and personal achievements until his passing.

In the Estonian women's football league, a team chose not to protest against a match result despite a controversial incident just half an hour into the season, positioning them as a strong candidate for the Fair Play Award.

Actor Petri Poikolainen, who passed away at the age of 50, was posthumously recognized for his impactful performance in 'Sokea mies, joka ei halunnut nähdä Titanicia' with a Jussi award.

Petri Poikolainen, who recently won a Jussi Award, delivered a heartfelt speech that resonated deeply with the audience and expressed gratitude for his film crew, despite his struggles with blindness due to MS disease.

A new award has been introduced in Germany to recognize and encourage the work of young journalists in student newspapers.

The first 'Kids Future Award' ceremony, recognizing products and initiatives contributing to children's learning and growth, was held in Tokyo, where notable figures like 9-year-old Yuno Nagao served as a judge.

Award-winning actor Petri Poikolainen has passed away at the age of 50 after battling MS disease.

Finnish actor Petri Poikolainen has passed away at the age of 50, confirmed by the director Teemu Nikki to Yle.

Finnish actor Petri Poikolainen has passed away at the age of 50 due to complications from multiple sclerosis.

Haide Männamäe and Toomas Tross have been awarded the Little Prince Theatre Prize for their dedication to engaging young audiences.

Nicaraguan writer Sergio Ramírez has been awarded the Ortega y Gasset Journalism Award 2026 for his commitment to narrating history without yielding to power.

Svetlana Alexievich reflects on her Belarusian roots and the challenges of reconciling with the future while overcoming hatred.

Michel Brizoua-Bi discusses the implications of Senegal's appeal against the CAF's decision to award Morocco the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations trophy.

The Spanish brand Mans won the Best Collection award at Madrid Fashion Week, showcasing innovative designs that reflect Spanish identity through color and craftsmanship.

A controversial photograph depicting a kiss between Serbian soldiers in Vukovar during the 1991 conflict won an international photography award but was subsequently withdrawn from public display due to public backlash.

BBC presenter Louise Minchin was hospitalized with frostbite after attempting a challenging fat bike race in extreme Arctic conditions.

Journalist Aurimas Perednis discusses the implications of the slogan 'Lithuania for Lithuanians' in light of historical contexts and recent controversies following an incident in Vilnius.

Pirjo Lonka and Elina Knihtilä discuss how they plan to use their prize money after winning the Jussi award, including a hint about celebrating with local tradition.

The winners of this year's CPH:DOX documentary festival have been announced, with Dongnan Chen's film winning the top prize.

Pirjo Lonka and Elina Knihtilä received the Best Ensemble award and a €20,000 Nordisk Film prize at the Jussi gala for their performance in the film '100 liters of sahti'.

Finnish director Jalmari Helander received an award at the Jussi Gala but was not present, sending a video message from Thailand where he is filming the new Rambo movie.

Professor Ewa Chojecka has been awarded the Gieysztor Award for her significant contributions to the history of art in Upper Silesia.

The author shares an experience visiting the award-winning Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens in the UK, highlighting its impressive layout and commitment to animal welfare.

Brazilian doctor Wagner Scheeren Brum was awarded the One to Watch Award 2026 by the Alzheimer's Association for his innovative research on Alzheimer's diagnostics.

The ABC has achieved significant recognition at the 2025 Victorian Quill Awards, winning numerous categories and honoring veteran journalist Heather Ewart with a lifetime achievement award.

Actors Elina Knihtilä and Pirjo Lonka celebrated significant wins at the Jussi gala, receiving a shared prize and a monetary award for their roles in a film.

Nova Friburgo has introduced the Julius Arp Award to honor local entrepreneurs and celebrate the city's industrial heritage.

Actress Juliána Brutovská discusses her identity and career, trying to step out of the shadow of her famous mother while dealing with challenges posed by family ties.

Disputes have arisen concerning whether Tõnis Sildaru, the coach and father of silver medalist Henry Sildaru at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, can run for the Estonian Coach of the Year award, revealing inconsistencies in the regulations set by the Estonian Olympic Committee (EOK).

Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham receives a recognition award from the NFVCB for achieving over ₦1 billion at the box office as a solo director.

Karabash, a town in Russia’s Chelyabinsk region, gained international recognition after the documentary 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' won an Academy Award, bringing attention to its severe pollution and history.

Wolfram Weimer, the German Minister of Culture, has controversially removed three bookstores from a prestigious award list after requesting a review from the domestic intelligence agency, stirring debate about censorship in the cultural sector.

Jonathan Horn and Chris Hopkins of Guardian Australia have won prestigious Quill awards for their exceptional reporting and photography.