Projects from Maranhão win state stage of the Transformative Educator Award and advance to national finals
Three education projects from Maranhão, Brazil, have won the state stage of the Transformative Educator Award and will represent the state in the national finals.
Mr. Nobody Against Putin: Our Hands Were Shaking While Making This Film, Says Radovan Síbrt After Winning a BAFTA Award
Radovan Síbrt discusses the achievements and challenges of producing the documentary 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin,' which features a Russian teacher's efforts to expose state propaganda in Russia and has earned accolades including a BAFTA award and an Oscar nomination.
EOK assumes responsibility for Tõnis Sildaru's award, as the state is not allowed to issue it
The Estonian Olympic Committee (EOK) will award Tõnis Sildaru a prize for his son's achievement, as regulations prevent state funding for such awards.
The shot maintenance worker from Chřibská in the Děčín region will be nominated for a state award
A maintenance worker from Chřibská who was shot will be nominated for a state honor in Czechia.
GALLERY: Olympic silver medalist Henry Sildaru awarded a state decoration by the president
Henry Sildaru, the Olympic silver medalist in freestyle skiing, received the Order of the White Star, Class II from President Alar Karis for his remarkable achievements.
Berlinale 2026: Golden Bear for 'Yellow Letters'
The film 'Yellow Letters' directed by Ilker Catak received the prestigious Golden Bear award at the Berlinale for its poignant portrayal of a couple facing state repression.
The President of Lithuania has revoked the state award from former Ukrainian President Yanukovych's associate
The Lithuanian president has revoked a state award from Dmitro Tabačņiks, a controversial former associate of ex-Ukrainian President Yanukovych, amid allegations of treason.
Gallery: Mart Kuldkepp receives the Jaan Kross Literary Prize
Mart Kuldkepp has been awarded the Jaan Kross Literary Prize for his book 'Nordic Estonia: Birth of the Nation-State' at a ceremony held at the Tallinn Writers' House on February 19, 2026.
G. Nausėda took the award from a former Ukrainian politician convicted of collaborating with Russia
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda revoked a state award from former Ukrainian politician Dmytro Tabachnyk, who was recently convicted of collaborating with Russia.
There will be three new generals in the Ministry of the Interior
The Ministry of the Interior has prepared government decision projects to award the rank of general to two Deputy Chiefs of the State Fire and Rescue Service and one official from the State Police.
Africa: Joyce Banda Recognised At AU Summit
Former Malawian President Joyce Banda was honored with an Award of Excellence for Service to Humanity at the 39th African Union Heads of State Summit in Addis Ababa, focusing on water shortages and regional conflicts.
Ex-envoy Oma Djebah bags old students’ award at Delta college
Ambassador Oma Djebah receives recognition for his contributions to his alma mater during the Founder’s Day celebrations at Saint Vincent’s College, Okwagbe, Delta State.
Ukrainian skeleton racer Heraskevych posts photo of IOC president receiving award from Zimbabwean dictator
Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych has criticized the IOC's statement on his state award, drawing parallels with IOC President Kirsty Coventry's recognition from Robert Mugabe.
LSM Readers' 'Conductor of the Year' Anita Zarāne: The Choir 'Latgale' is the Greatest Gift a Person Can Receive
Anita Zarāne, director of the choir 'Latgale' and music teacher at Daugavpils State Gymnasium, has been recognized as 'Conductor of the Year' in Latvia.
Arbo Valdma, who gained wings in Pärnu, will receive a state decoration from the president in Cologne
Arbo Valdma, a distinguished pianist and music educator from Pärnu, will receive a state decoration from the Estonian president on the eve of Estonia's Independence Day.
Fieam launches the 33rd edition of the Amazonas Quality Award this Wednesday (11)
The Federation of Industries of the State of Amazonas (FIEAM) is launching the 33rd edition of the Amazonas Quality Award, a key recognition for management and productivity practices in the Northern region of Brazil.
PUNCH, Gov Mohammed, others bag Bauchi police awards
PUNCH Newspapers has received an award from the Bauchi State Police for its contributions to peace and professional journalism in Bauchi State.
Yobe teacher wins North-East best, bags N25m national award
A teacher from Yobe State, Gambo Lawan, has been recognized as the Best Teacher in the North-East and awarded a N25 million prize at a national ceremony.
This Year's Laureates of State Science Awards Announced: Lifetime Achievement Award Goes to Martin Zobel
The government confirmed this year's winners of the State Science Awards, with Martin Zobel receiving the lifetime achievement award for his significant contributions to ecological science in Estonia.
Parliament Committee - For Politicians in Office Unable to Claim the Stulginskis Star
A Lithuanian parliament committee proposed a law preventing politicians in office from being eligible for the Stulginskis Star award, expanding the restriction to all state politicians regardless of citizenship.
Mstyslav Chernov, a filmmaker between the red carpet and the trenches of Ukraine: 'The world has never been as dangerous as it is today'
Filmmaker Mstyslav Chernov reflects on his experiences transitioning from high-profile award events to the front lines in Donbas, highlighting the perilous state of the world today.
A State Ceremony and Journalism at the Royal Academy of San Fernando with Queen Letizia in Charge
The Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando hosted a ceremony for the XXIII International Journalism Award of ELMUNDO, featuring musical performances and attended by Queen Letizia.
Music manager proposes highest state award for concert organizers at the Hippodrome
Music manager Ivan Bubalo has sent a letter to Prime Minister Andrej Plenković and President Zoran Milanović proposing that the organizers of Marko Perković Thompson's concert at the Zagreb Hippodrome be awarded the highest state honor.
"Dinosaur of the Year": Negative Award for Union's Agricultural Minister
The Nature Conservation Union (Nabu) awards the 2025 'Dinosaur of the Year' to the Union's state agricultural ministers for opposing important EU legislation aimed at restoring damaged ecosystems.
Macinka honors diplomat Filipi, who was criticized by Lipavský for an award from dictator Assad
Petr Macinka, the new head of diplomacy, is set to honor former ambassador to Syria, Eva Filipi, despite her controversial reception of a state award from Bashar Assad.