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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Astoria: The story of the Greek community through the Greek diners of the 1970s

A unique archive showcasing the culture of Greek diners in New York during the 1970s is presented by the New York Public Library in celebration of Greek Heritage Month.

Mar 21 • 21:18 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

How much is a library worth? A report gives a dollar figure

A new report values public libraries in New South Wales at $735 million, highlighting their significant community benefits, including an economic return of $4.25 for every dollar invested.

Mar 19 • 22:20 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

There are people in a boardroom who feel they cannot receive support from a person who went through a setback

The Norwegian Library Association is criticized for its decision to cease collaboration with Crown Princess Mette-Marit due to public backlash.

Mar 18 • 10:39 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Accusations Against the Minority for Cheap Politics Ahead of Elections

The mayor of Kópavogur, Ásdís Kristjánsdóttir, addresses criticisms regarding a rental contract for a new culture center in response to public demand for a new library.

Mar 11 • 16:32 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Booked in turmoil over the library

The article discusses the ongoing disputes regarding the local library in Iceland.

Mar 11 • 11:32 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

California family sues city for $40M after repeat offender allegedly kills beloved lab tech outside library

The family of a slain California lab technician is suing the city of Downey for $40 million after he was allegedly killed by a repeat offender shortly after being released from jail.

Mar 10 • 15:05 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Saskatchewan minister says he’ll have meeting at library after reports of violence

Saskatchewan's social services minister plans to meet with library management at Saskatoon's downtown library following reports of violence and disorder.

Mar 10 • 12:56 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Artificial intelligence residency at Calgary Public Library raises some eyebrows

The Calgary Public Library has opened a position for a Creative in Residence focused on the ethical use of artificial intelligence in the arts, prompting varied reactions from local artists.

Mar 9 • 22:34 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

City Hall, library, and several day care centers close in Frederiksværk after smoke development from fire

Frederiksværk's City Hall, library, and various day care centers closed due to smoke from a nearby fire at DeNova Recycling.

Mar 2 • 08:33 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Virginia county library hosts Pride-themed reading event for kids with mayor as guest reader

A public library in Fairfax County, Virginia, hosted a Pride-themed reading event with local mayor as a guest reader to promote inclusivity for transgender and non-binary youth.

Feb 27 • 23:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Yonsei University Library Development Research Institute officially launches the 'Library Data Research Center (LDRC)'

The Library Development Research Institute at Yonsei University launched the Library Data Research Center (LDRC) on February 20, focusing on innovating public knowledge infrastructure in the age of artificial intelligence (AI).

Feb 24 • 01:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

1926: Opened a month ago, the library of SP has not yet opened its doors

The São Paulo Municipal Public Library, inaugurated on January 14, has yet to welcome its first readers due to incomplete renovations.

Feb 20 • 20:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Three people reported stabbed at library; man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Fukuoka

Three individuals were stabbed at a public library in Fukuoka, Japan, leading to the arrest of a middle-aged man on suspicion of attempted murder.

Feb 19 • 12:29 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The farewell gift cost 400,000 kroner. Now it has been withdrawn.

A 400,000 kroner stone head of a historical figure initially given as a farewell gift has been withdrawn by the National Library of Norway following criticism.

Feb 18 • 17:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Boeri and Zucchi on trial for the Beic

Architects Stefano Boeri and Cino Zucchi face trial over alleged bid rigging and false declarations related to the European Information and Culture Library project.

Feb 17 • 07:36 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Constitutional Court will announce its decision in the case of the former director of the Klaipeda district library

The Lithuanian Constitutional Court is set to deliver its ruling regarding the case of Indra Tamašauskienė, the former director of the Klaipeda district library, convicted of abuse of office.

Feb 12 • 04:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Such a letter was sent by the court to Mette-Marit’s cooperation partners

Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit is facing significant scrutiny following revelations about her connections to Jeffrey Epstein, leading to a suspension of her collaboration with Norway's mental health council, though some organizations, like the Norwegian Library Association, remain supportive.

Feb 10 • 19:43 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Library in Villa Crespo with Green Terrace and Open Ground Floor

A new library in Villa Crespo, Buenos Aires, features a green terrace and an open ground floor designed to enhance public engagement and neighborhood connectivity.

Feb 9 • 19:52 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Sejong University Future Education Institute and Eunpyeong District Euntdak Library Operate 'AI Open College'

Sejong University's Future Education Institute has partnered with Eunpyeong District's Euntdak Library to launch the 'AI Open College' program, aimed at providing advanced lifelong education to adult learners in collaboration with local public infrastructure.

Feb 4 • 02:23 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Fairfax County library defends displaying Pride book in children's section after criticism

The Fairfax County Public Library is under scrutiny but stands by its choice to feature the children's book 'Grandad's Pride' amidst criticism of its illustrations.

Jan 13 • 18:55 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

The People's Qur’an: Mamdani announces NYC Qur'an exhibit with book belonging to revolutionary activist

Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that an 18th-century Qur’an, once owned by revolutionary activist Arturo Schomburg, will be displayed at the New York Public Library.

Jan 7 • 01:57 UTC

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