Tag #Arts And Culture

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Münter's Expressionist Legacy: A Madrid Exhibition

The Thyssen Museum in Madrid showcases the works of Gabriele Münter, a key figure of German Expressionism, whose paintings reflect her life in Murnau with Wassily Kandinsky and the challenges faced during the Nazi era.

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Gender Equality
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Indian Film Snubbed for Oscars Despite International Acclaim

All We Imagine As Light", an Indian film directed by Payal Kapadia, won prestigious international awards but was rejected as India's Oscar submission due to the selection committee's view that it lacked Indian essence, sparking controversy over representation and national identity in cinema.

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Gender Equality
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Rome's Trevi Fountain Reopens with New Queuing System

Rome's Trevi Fountain reopened Sunday after a three-month restoration, implementing a new queuing system limiting daily access to 400 people at a time and considering a modest entrance fee to fund maintenance, following a multi-million euro renovation to address structural damage and cleaning in pre...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Lod Music Festival Promotes Unity Amidst Israeli Conflict

The Bamizrach Festival in Lod, Israel (December 26-29), directed by Gil Ron Shama, uses music to bridge divides in a nation grappling with conflict; the diverse program features Jewish liturgical music with Arabic influences, aiming for unity.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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AI Jesus: A Swiss Chapel's Experiment in Faith and Technology

A Swiss chapel unveiled an AI-powered Jesus in a confessional, providing religious guidance to visitors; while largely successful, the project raises ethical concerns regarding data bias and environmental impact, alongside questions about its role in pastoral care.

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Sin relato": Narrative Atrophy and the Digital Age

Lola López Mondéjar's "Sin relato," winner of the 2024 Anagrama Essay Prize, analyzes the modern individual's decreasing ability to construct a coherent self-narrative, linking this to a weakening of internal thought exacerbated by technology and highlighting its impact on identity and social cohesi...

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Quality Education
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Pope Francis Opens Holy Door, Beginning Catholic Holy Year 2025

On Christmas Eve, Pope Francis, in a wheelchair due to health issues, opened the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica, initiating the Catholic Holy Year 2025, expecting over 30 million pilgrims to Rome, prompting heightened security.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Retailers Leverage Holiday Events and Social Media to Boost Sales Amid Increased Spending

Holiday shopper spending is projected at \$1,449 per person, a 36% increase over initial estimates; retailers are using in-person events and social media marketing to compete with online shopping and boost sales during the holiday season.

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Thai Researcher Finds 'Home' in Yunnan, Strengthening China-Thailand Ties

A Thai researcher, Terd Disayathanoowat, found Yunnan, China, culturally similar to his home, fostering collaborations and strengthening China-Thailand relations through academic exchanges and shared cultural experiences.

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Reduced Inequality
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Leavenworth's Bavarian Transformation: Tourism Boom and Challenges

Leavenworth, Washington, a former ghost town, transformed itself into a successful tourist destination attracting 3 million visitors annually through a community-led initiative to remodel the downtown area in a Bavarian style, sparking both economic growth and concerns about the rising cost of livin...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Ancient Roman Roots of Modern Year-End Celebrations

The article explains the origins of the year-end gift-giving tradition, tracing it back to the Roman celebration Natalis Solis Invictus, which honored the sun's rebirth and influenced Christian Christmas celebrations, making it a time for reflection and new beginnings.

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No Poverty
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Senegalese Monks' Kora Innovation Wins Global Acclaim

Responding to Vatican II's call for inculturation, monks at Senegal's Keur Moussa monastery modernized the kora, a traditional West African harp, resulting in a globally sought-after instrument now sold for 600-1200 euros.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth