Tag #Culture

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Bosnian Cultural Institutions Face Closure Due to Funding Crisis

Bosnia and Herzegovina's cultural institutions, neglected due to the Dayton Agreement's shortcomings, face closure due to lack of state funding, with the Mostar Youth Theatre being financially penalized for its independence from nationalist parties; the High Representative seeks a solution, potentia...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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20 Weird Facts About Australian History

This article presents 20 unusual facts about Australian history, ranging from a war against emus to the invention of Wi-Fi and the nation's first St Vincent de Paul society, highlighting both successes and failures, and demonstrating Australia's unique cultural evolution.

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Reduced Inequality
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Russia's Massive Attack on Ukraine's Energy Grid Amidst Rising Departures and New Sanctions

Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy grid on January 15, 2025, causing widespread power outages despite Ukrainian defenses; subsequent attacks in Kherson resulted in casualties; nearly 450,000 Ukrainians left the country in 2024, exacerbating labor shortages; Ukrain...

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Chemnitz Opens European Capital of Culture Amidst Protest and Bomb Threat

Chemnitz launched its year as European Capital of Culture with a large street festival and official ceremony on January 20th, 2025, despite a bomb threat and counter-demonstrations regarding right-wing extremism, showcasing over 1000 events aiming for a positive future.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Composer Brigitta Muntendorf to Lead Hannover's Herrenhausen Festival

Brigitta Muntendorf, a German-Austrian composer, will become the new director of the Herrenhausen Festival in Hannover starting September 2023, succeeding Ingo Metzmacher after a selection process involving a committee and a criteria catalog; the 2022 festival attracted approximately 20,000 attendee...

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No Poverty
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Toksvig's Woodland Restoration Project Faces Deer Overpopulation Challenge

Sandi Toksvig and her wife are restoring a patch of woodland in southern England, facing challenges including deer overpopulation threatening the wood's regeneration, prompting investment in wildlife habitats and fencing.

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Life on Land
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Odesa Museum's Art Collection Finds Refuge in Berlin

Following a rocket attack on the Odesa Museum of Western and Eastern Art in July 2023, the director relocated its collection to Lviv and subsequently to Berlin for preservation, resulting in a German-Ukrainian exhibition, "From Odesa to Berlin," opening January 24, 2024.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Extended Spring Festival Holiday Fuels Surge in China's Domestic Tourism

China's eight-day Spring Festival holiday (Jan 28-Feb 4), extended by one day, is expected to significantly boost domestic tourism and cultural experiences, with over 80 percent of travelers including family and a 6.7 percent increase in retail sales in dining and travel during the first three quart...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Abu Dhabi's Cultural District Challenges Dubai's Dominance

Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Cultural District, nearing completion in 2025, includes the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi and Zayed National Museum, challenging Dubai's cultural prominence and boosting tourism.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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UK Launches Soft Power Council to Boost Global Influence and Economy

The UK government established a soft power council, chaired by Lisa Nandy and David Lammy, to leverage cultural figures and the royal family to boost Britain's global influence and economy by strategically using cultural and sporting events.

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Partnerships for the Goals
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Dream of Europe" Premieres on PBS, Showcases Unique European Destinations

Kathy McCabe's "Dream of Europe," a seven-part PBS series premiering January 18, 2025, explores diverse European destinations like London, Malta, and Albania, offering unique travel experiences and showcasing lesser-known cultural gems, such as Abbey Road Studios.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Schama's Documentary Explores Post-1953 British Society

Simon Schama's new documentary series, airing on BBC Two at 9 pm, explores post-1953 British society through cultural touchstones like the Queen's coronation, mass immigration, James Bond, and the music of the Specials, revealing the realities of these historical events.

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