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Русские эмигранты усиливают призывы «Я хочу, чтобы вы жили» через искусство

(КОРОТКО) Русские эмигранты, выступающие против войны, собрались в художественной резиденции «Искусство мира» при поддержке Campaigns for Humanity. Инициатива облегчает связи между художниками, пострадавшими от конфликта, и предоставляет платформу для выражения антивоенных настроений. Известные проекты включают «Дорожные знаки», кампанию уличного искусства … Read the full press release

Škoda Revs Up for 20th Sachsen Classic Rally with a Fleet of Iconic Vintage Models

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Classic team is participating in the 20th Sachsen Classic rally with seven iconic Škoda vehicles built between 1948 and 1988. The rally, known for its focus on regularity and precision rather than speed, starts in Zwickau on … Read the full press release

Russian Emigrés Amplify Pleas of “I Want You to Live” through Art

(IN BRIEF) Russian emigrants opposing war have come together in the “Art of Peace” artist residency, backed by Campaigns for Humanity. This initiative facilitates connections among conflict-affected artists, providing a platform for expressing anti-war sentiments. Notable projects include “Road Signs,” … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Renews Commitment as Official Partner of Prague Pride Festival, Championing Diversity and Equality

(IN BRIEF) Czech car manufacturer Škoda Auto continues its partnership as the official sponsor of Prague Pride Festival for the second year, reaffirming its commitment to diversity and equal rights for the LGBT+ community. The festival showcased over 100 events … Read the full press release

Terna’s ‘Driving Energy Award 2023’ Utilizes Innovative Technology for Immersive Art Experience

(IN BRIEF) Terna, the operator of the Italian National Transmission Grid, is utilizing its digital technology for the “Driving Energy Award 2023 – Contemporary Photography,” a competition aimed at promoting Italy’s energy culture and supporting artists in the sector. The … Read the full press release

Exhibition ‘Flashes of Memory. Photography during the Holocaust’ Extended in Berlin with Volkswagen Group’s Continued Educational Partnership

(IN BRIEF) The exhibition ‘Flashes of Memory. Photography during the Holocaust,’ originally scheduled to run from March 24 to August 20, 2023, at the ‘Museum für Fotografie’ in Berlin, will be extended to January 28, 2024, due to overwhelming visitor … Read the full press release

Ancient Marine Reptile’s Fossil Unveils Ancient Use of Whale-Like Filter Feeding

(IN BRIEF) Recent fossil discovery in China sheds light on a remarkable aspect of prehistoric marine life – the use of whale-like filter feeding by a group of reptiles over 250 million years ago. Researchers from China and the UK … Read the full press release

Vivendi Sponsors Venice International Film Festival and Showcases Original Series

(IN BRIEF) Vivendi will sponsor the 80th Venice International Film Festival, and Canal+ original series “D’Argent et de Sang” will premiere at the event. Vivendi and Canal+ Group will partner with Screens of Tomorrow to promote inclusive and sustainable storytelling. … Read the full press release

Martijn Snoep Appointed to Van Gogh Museum’s Supervisory Board on Its 50th Anniversary

(IN BRIEF) Martijn Snoep, the Chair of the Board of the Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) and former lawyer at De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek, has been appointed to the Supervisory Board of the Van Gogh Museum. The museum is … Read the full press release

Terna’s Driving Energy Award 2023 Sees Record Participation in Contemporary Photography

(IN BRIEF) Terna’s Driving Energy Award 2023 – Contemporary Photography has received a record number of participants, with 2,800 photographs submitted from all regions and provinces of Italy. The second edition of the award focuses on the theme “In praise … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Celebrates Cultural Diversity in Merseyside

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s School of Architecture is hosting an event celebrating the diverse cultural mix on Merseyside. The event will showcase the evolving cultural practices that have emerged from interactions between different communities in the region. Musical … Read the full press release

“Art Is Our Weapon”: Artists in Exile Deploy Their Talents in Support of Peace, Justice for Ukraine

Russian Anti-War Activists Unleash Creative Crusade Against War (IN BRIEF) A group of Russian activists living in exile has formed an artistic resistance movement within the Russian diaspora to oppose war. These activists, who are working artists with diverse specialties, … Read the full press release

National Trust Inspires Immersive Sound Story ‘Riverlandia’ at British Library

(IN BRIEF) The National Trust’s river restoration project on an Exmoor river valley has inspired an immersive fictional sound story called “Riverlandia,” which will be launched as an installation at the British Library. The story is narrated by ten different … Read the full press release

Reviving Coventry’s Automotive Heritage: University of Warwick Empowers Students through Museum Takeover

Reviving Coventry's Automotive Heritage: University of Warwick Empowers Students through Museum Takeover

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick is organizing a Transport Museum Takeover in Coventry to empower future innovators and revitalize the city’s automotive legacy. Academics from the university will welcome 100 students from local schools for an interactive day at … Read the full press release

Bianca Bellová and Translator Alex Zucker Receive EBRD Literature Prize for ‘The Lake’

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the winner of the EBRD Literature Prize 2023. “The Lake” by Bianca Bellová, translated from Czech into English by Alex Zucker and published by Parthian Books, emerged as … Read the full press release

CASA SEAT Celebrates Three Years as Barcelona’s Premier Venue for Art, Music, and Ideas

(IN BRIEF) CASA SEAT, a prominent cultural hub in Barcelona, celebrated its third anniversary with a special event attended by notable guests from various sectors. Over the past three years, CASA SEAT has hosted around 700 events, including exhibitions, concerts, … Read the full press release

Почему интерактивная «Карта мира» собрала ключевые антивоенные сообщества россиян по всему миру и становится для них важнейшим инструментом

«Карта мира» — это онлайн-платформа, которая помогает русскоязычным антивоенным активистам, объединяя их инициативы в одном месте, что усиливает организационные возможности глобального движения Сейчас на платформе зарегистрировано 144 инициатив и их число быстро растет. Организаторы проекта убеждены, что влияние антивоенной русской … Read the full press release

Hajj Minister meets EU ambassadors to Saudi Arabia

Within the framework of the “Bridges” initiative, the Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Tawfiq Al Rabiah, met with ambassadors from EU countries in Saudi Arabia (IN BRIEF) The Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Tawfiq Al Rabiah, held a … Read the full press release

Axel Springer Freedom Foundation Brings Replica of Pillar of Shame to Berlin for Public Art Installation

(IN BRIEF) The Axel Springer Freedom Foundation and Danish artist Jens Galschiøt have installed a replica of the Pillar of Shame in Berlin to commemorate the victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Massacre in China. The monument, which originally stood outside … Read the full press release

Illustrators Compete to Design Cover of CASA SEAT 2024 Book

(IN BRIEF) CASA SEAT has announced the opening of a new art exhibition featuring 30 illustrations created by emerging artists from Barcelona. The exhibit is a collaboration with The Barcelonian, a collective illustration project paying tribute to The New Yorker … Read the full press release

ABP opens dedicated history floor at Immingham Museum

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) has officially opened the ABP Room, a floor dedicated to the history of the Port of Immingham at Immingham Museum in the Humber. The room, located on the museum’s first floor, was made possible … Read the full press release

Cultural diversity celebrated as EBRD announces Literature Prize 2023 finalists

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the finalists for the EBRD Literature Prize 2023, which celebrates literary expression and cultural diversity in countries where the Bank operates. The three shortlisted works are Mister N … Read the full press release

Notre-Dame restoration to receive equipment and expertise from Schneider Electric

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has signed a sponsorship agreement with the public institution in charge of rebuilding Notre-Dame de Paris to contribute to the restoration of the cathedral through in-kind donations and the transfer of skills. The company will provide … Read the full press release

Bertelsmann to transfer “Hitler diaries” to Federal Archives for historical purposes

(IN BRIEF) Bertelsmann, an international media, services, and education company, has announced it will hand over the forged “Hitler diaries” to Germany’s Federal Archives. The diaries were published in G+J’s “Stern” magazine in 1983 and triggered one of the biggest … Read the full press release

Groupe BPCE and Paris Musées sign partnership agreement for Petit Palais during Paris 2024 Games

(IN BRIEF) Groupe BPCE and Paris Musées have signed a three-year partnership agreement to create the “Petit Palais du Sport” venue for the company during the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The partnership will fund the restoration of the … Read the full press release

Eni unterstreicht das Engagement für Null-Emissionen mit einer interaktiven Kunstinstallation in Mailand

(IN KÜRZE) Eni, ein italienisches Energieunternehmen, hat im Rahmen der Ausstellung Design Re-Evolution für den FuoriSalone 2023 im Brera Botanical Garden in Mailand eine interaktive Installation mit dem Titel „Walk the Talk – Energy in Motion“ gestartet. Die Installation soll … Read the full press release

Eni highlights commitment to zero emissions with interactive art installation in Milan

(IN BRIEF) Eni, an Italian energy company, has launched an interactive installation called “Walk the Talk – Energy in Motion” at the Brera Botanical Garden in Milan as part of the Design Re-Evolution exhibition for FuoriSalone 2023. The installation is … Read the full press release

Interactive Art Installation ‘The Hungriest Eye’ Opens at Venice’s Procuratie Vecchie

(IN BRIEF) The Art Studio at Venice’s Procuratie Vecchie in St. Mark’s Square is displaying ‘The Hungriest Eye – The Blossoming of Potential’ by Arthur Duff from April 15, 2023, until March 10, 2024. The artwork is an interactive representation … Read the full press release

Enel sells Peruvian energy units to China Southern Power Grid for $2.9bn

(IN BRIEF) Enel Perú S.A.C., a subsidiary of Enel S.p.A., has signed an agreement to sell its entire equity stakes in Enel Distribución Perú S.A.A., a power distribution and supply company, and Enel X Perú S.A.C., a company that provides … Read the full press release

Swiss Museum of Transport y Empa colaboran en “Experience Energy!” exhibición

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) El Museo Suizo del Transporte ha inaugurado una nueva exposición, “¡Experimenta la energía!” en su “Casa de la Energía” especialmente diseñada en Lucerna. La exposición tiene como objetivo promover el diálogo intergeneracional sobre la Estrategia Energética 2050 … Read the full press release

Swiss Museum of Transport and Empa collaborate on “Experience Energy!” exhibition

(IN BRIEF) The Swiss Museum of Transport has opened a new exhibition, “Experience Energy!” at its purpose-built “House of Energy” in Lucerne. The exhibition aims to promote cross-generational dialogue on the Energy Strategy 2050 and has been created in collaboration … Read the full press release

Mariama Attah joins Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation as Associate Curator

(IN BRIEF) The Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation has appointed Mariama Attah as the Associate Curator for the Art Collection Deutsche Börse. Attah, who is the Head of Exhibitions at Open Eye Gallery in Liverpool, will advise the Deutsche Börse Photography … Read the full press release

El campus Streatham de Exeter obtendrá el nuevo edificio Al Qasimi con el compromiso filantrópico de Su Alteza el Jeque Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) La Universidad de Exeter recibió una promesa filantrópica de Su Alteza el Jeque Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, el Gobernante de Sharjah, para cofinanciar la construcción de un nuevo desarrollo en el campus Streatham de Exeter. … Read the full press release

Exeter’s Streatham Campus to Get New Al Qasimi Building with Philanthropic Pledge from His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has received a philanthropic pledge from His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, to co-fund the construction of a new development on Exeter’s Streatham campus. The proposed Al … Read the full press release

International conference explores the human cost of coastal heritage loss from climate change

(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia will hold a conference discussing the loss of coastal heritage due to climate change, and how it can be addressed in policy. Despite the growing realisation that heritage losses due to climate change … Read the full press release

Newcastle University partners with New Writing North to sponsor Gordon Burn Prize

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University has partnered with New Writing North to sponsor the Gordon Burn Prize for three years. The prize, which recognizes and celebrates bold writing that often finds its readers outside the mainstream, was launched in 2012 by … Read the full press release

Sustainability software firm IntegrityNext secures €100m investment from EQT Growth

(IN BRIEF) Private equity firm EQT Growth has invested €100m ($114m) in German supply chain sustainability platform IntegrityNext. The Munich-based firm provides a cloud-based service that enables large companies to assess risk and monitor their supply chains for environmental, social … Read the full press release

International Automotive Photography Awards returns for third edition with Bentley as sponsor

(IN BRIEF) Bentley is set to sponsor the third edition of the International Automotive Photography (IAP) Awards, which seeks to highlight the best in automotive photography. The competition is open to professionals, amateurs, and enthusiasts alike and has six categories. … Read the full press release

New research project explores sports arenas as sites of cultural dynamics and relations

(IN BRIEF) The University of Freiburg is leading a German-French research project on the significance of sport arenas as spaces for cultural dynamics and relations, as well as socioeconomic and political conditions. The project involves six researchers from the fields … Read the full press release

Arkema launches “ChemArt Green Innovation Class” to support sustainability in China

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has announced its plans to enhance its corporate social responsibility (CSR) brand in China, under a new theme – “Green Life for a Sustainable Future”. The company aims to broaden stakeholders’ outreach and promote local CSR efforts. … Read the full press release