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TUM Takes Historic Step: Removing Nazi-Era Names and Honors

(IN BRIEF) In a profound move towards historical accountability, the Technical University of Munich (TUM) announces the removal of names associated with Nazi history from its buildings and rooms, alongside distancing itself from honorary titles awarded during the Nazi era. … Read the full press release

ARTE MUSEUM DUBAI Unveils ‘ETERNAL NATURE’: A Digital Art Experience Like No Other

(IN BRIEF) ARTE MUSEUM, the renowned digital art venue by d’strict, has made its debut in the Middle East with the opening of ARTE MUSEUM DUBAI at Dubai Mall. Spanning 30,000 square feet, the museum invites visitors to explore ‘ETERNAL … Read the full press release

Artistic Expression and Empathy: UEA’s Refugee Week Art Displays Illuminate Stories of Sanctuary Seekers

(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia (UEA) is hosting Refugee Week from March 1st to 8th, featuring two collaborative art exhibitions: “Finding Home in Education” and “Families Beyond Boundaries.” The first exhibition showcases posters created by sanctuary seekers exploring … Read the full press release

Art Meets Technology: Volkswagen Group Elevates Dialogue on Digitalization and AI in Art with Two-Year Partnership

(IN BRIEF) The Volkswagen Group has partnered with the KW Institute for Contemporary Art in Berlin for a two-year project called “KW Digital: Poetics of Encryption.” This initiative explores the impact of digitalization and artificial intelligence on art and society. … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce Unveils ‘Year of the Dragon’ Bespoke Commissions Celebrating Chinese Culture

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has revealed four exclusive ‘Year of the Dragon’ Bespoke commissions to commemorate the Lunar New Year, commencing on February 10, 2024. These handcrafted creations include three Phantom Extended models and one Cullinan, all designed and … Read the full press release

Roskilde’s Viking Ship Museum Project Welcomes NIRAS for Heritage Conservation

(IN BRIEF) Roskilde, Denmark, is set to build a new Viking Ship Museum to preserve historic vessels from extreme weather conditions and transform the old ship hall into a functional space. The project aims to protect Denmark’s Viking heritage amid … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Marks One-Year Milestone of Art4All Initiative, Providing Free Access to Neue Nationalgalerie

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen celebrates one year of its Volkswagen Group Art4All initiative, which offers free access to the Neue Nationalgalerie in Berlin every Thursday between 4 and 8 p.m. The initiative aims to make art and culture accessible to a wide … Read the full press release

Azerbaijani Furniture Maker Foriella Grows and Innovates with EBRD Support

(IN BRIEF) In Azerbaijan, furniture manufacturer Foriella, led by Owner and Director Farman Islamli, is harnessing innovation and quality craftsmanship to expand its presence in domestic and international markets. Seeking assistance from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), … Read the full press release

AFRY Chosen as General Designer for Prague’s Savarin Palace Redevelopment Project

(IN BRIEF) Crestyl Group has selected AFRY as the general designer for the Savarin Palace complex, a prominent urban development endeavor in the heart of Prague, Czech Republic. This project involves the revitalization of a historical area and has been … Read the full press release

Promoting Diversity: Volkswagen Group Symposium on Cultural Engagement

(IN BRIEF) The Volkswagen Group is hosting a public panel discussion in Berlin titled “Engage: Culture for Everyone.” This symposium focuses on cultural education and participation for a diverse audience, promoting openness, inspiration, and diversity in the cultural sphere. Distinguished … Read the full press release

CASA SEAT’s Magic Days Offer a Whimsical Christmas Experience for Families

(IN BRIEF) CASA SEAT has transformed into a festive Christmas village for its Magic Days event, offering a holiday experience for families. The display includes intricate decorations made from sweets and pastries by pastry chef Christian Escribà, a virtual reality … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Deepens Holocaust Remembrance with ‘Flashes of Memory’ Exhibition Visits

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen reaffirms its commitment to Holocaust remembrance by inviting its employees and trainees to visit the “Flashes of Memory: Photography during the Holocaust” exhibition at the Museum für Fotografie in Berlin. This initiative aligns with Volkswagen’s corporate culture … Read the full press release

University Choir’s Festive Musical Extravaganza at Cope Auditorium on December 6

(IN BRIEF) Join the University Choir and LSU Classical musicians for a festive evening of music at Cope Auditorium on December 6th at 7:30 pm. The concert, conducted by Eleanor Graff-Baker and featuring Handel’s ‘Messiah (Part One)’, Britten’s ‘A Ceremony … Read the full press release

Unique Fusion of Science and Music Sells Out Arlington Baths Club in Glasgow

(IN BRIEF) The “Swimming with Gravitational Waves” event, held at Glasgow’s Arlington Baths Club, achieved a sold-out success as all 180 tickets for the unique fusion of science and music were purchased in advance. Organized in collaboration with physicists from … Read the full press release

Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) Partners with AFRY to Design Prague’s New Vltava Philharmonic Hall

(IN BRIEF) The renowned Danish architectural firm, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), has selected AFRY as the general designer and local architect for the upcoming Prague concert building, known as the Vltava Philharmonic Hall. BIG’s design, which triumphed in an international … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Joins Liverpool Arts and Culture Race Equality Manifesto to Promote Inclusion and Diversity

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has officially signed the Liverpool Arts and Culture Race Equality Manifesto, an initiative aimed at fostering inclusion and equality within the arts and culture sector in the Liverpool City Region. The manifesto, developed by … Read the full press release

Alstom Collaborates with Helwan University’s Faculty of Fine Arts to Envision Egypt’s Future Mobility Through Art

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility solutions, is partnering with the Faculty of Fine Arts at Helwan University as part of its participation in the TransMEA Expo. This innovative collaboration merges artistry and public engagement to imagine … Read the full press release

Sir Lenny Henry Inspires Over a Thousand Artists to Set New Guinness World Record in Portrait Painting Event

(IN BRIEF) Sir Lenny Henry posed for over a thousand artists during a live portrait painting event, setting a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most people painting online and in a single venue simultaneously. The event, hosted by … Read the full press release

CASA SEAT’s November Agenda Spotlights Female Talent in Photography, Music, and Literature

(IN BRIEF) CASA SEAT, a cultural space in Barcelona, has announced its cultural agenda for November, with a focus on female talent. The lineup includes talks, performances, and events covering photography, music, literature, and technology. Highlights include a talk by … Read the full press release

Leica Geosystems Preserves 17th Century Citadelle de Besançon with Advanced Reality Capture Technology

(IN BRIEF) Leica Geosystems, a part of Hexagon, is utilizing cutting-edge reality capture technology to digitally preserve the Citadelle de Besançon, a 17th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site in France. In collaboration with Capture4Cad and the French Government, laser scanners from … Read the full press release

Romans Were Environmental Pioneers: Study Uncovers Ancient Recycling of Silver Coins

(IN BRIEF) New research conducted by the University of Liverpool and the University of Warwick reveals that the Romans were early practitioners of recycling. The study, published in the journal Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences, examined the presence of gold impurities … Read the full press release

Enea Donates Historic E-mail Terminal to Stockholm Museum for Milestone Anniversary

(IN BRIEF) To mark the 40th anniversary of the first e-mail in Sweden, technology company Enea is donating the Digital DECwriter III terminal used for the historic message to the Museum of Science and Technology in Stockholm, symbolizing Sweden’s digital … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Collaborates with Mönchehaus Museum to Showcase Kaiserring Awardees Yuri Albert and Vadim Zakharov’s Influential Artwork

(IN BRIEF) The Volkswagen Group is proud to support the annual Kaiserring exhibition in Goslar, featuring the works of the 2023 Kaiserring awardees, Yuri Albert and Vadim Zakharov. This collaboration underscores Volkswagen’s commitment to promoting culture and the arts in … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Business School’s Global Festival Returns with Diverse Program of Fun and Inclusivity

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter Business School is set to host its Global Festival, celebrating cultural diversity and inclusivity within the school’s community. Following the success of last year’s festival, this year’s program includes a range of family-friendly activities … Read the full press release

Diverse Voices Recognized: EBRD Literature Prize 2024 Announced

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the launch of the EBRD Literature Prize 2024. This prestigious literary award recognizes works of fiction originally published in a language from a country where the EBRD invests, … Read the full press release

CUPRA Opens Stylish City Garage in Berlin’s Vibrant Am Tacheles District

(IN BRIEF) CUPRA, the Spanish automotive brand, has expanded its global presence by opening a new CUPRA City Garage in Berlin’s lively Am Tacheles district. The launch event celebrated the connection between Berlin and Barcelona, two cities known for their … Read the full press release

CASA SEAT’s October Lineup: A Month of Festivities, Music, and Cultural Events

(IN BRIEF) CASA SEAT in Barcelona has unveiled a diverse lineup of cultural events for October. Festivities kick off with Oktoberfest celebrations, followed by participation in the 48H Open House Barcelona architecture festival. The month concludes with a Halloween event … Read the full press release

Bentley Unveils ‘Belonging Bentayga’: Hand-Painted Luxury Car Celebrating Global Diversity

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors introduces the ‘Belonging Bentayga,’ a hand-painted Alpine Green Bentayga Hybrid featuring skylines and landmarks from various cities worldwide, each side representing a different continent. This artistic masterpiece was created by Stephen Wiltshire MBE, an autistic savant … Read the full press release

Продюсер Михаил Пелег, как сообщается, работает над новым сериалом с участием крупной голливудской актрисы

CТАТЬЯ НЕДАВНО ОПУБЛИКОВАННАЯ ИЗДАНИЕМ SEEN & HEARD MEDIA РАСКРЫЛА ЭКСКЛЮЗИВНЫЕ ПОДРОБНОСТИ О НОВОМ ПРОЕКТЕ МИХАИЛА ПЕЛЕГА – СЕРИАЛЕ ПОД НАЗВАНИЕМ “CHRONOVERSE.” (ВКРАТЦЕ) Издание Seen & Heard Media опубликовало эксклюзивные детали о новом телевизионном проекте под названием “ChronoVerse,” который разрабатывается с … Read the full press release

Newcastle University Academic’s Insights Illuminate Belsay Hall’s Greek Revival Origins

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Susanna Phillippo, a Senior Lecturer in Classics at Newcastle University, has collaborated with English Heritage on a comprehensive interpretative resource aimed at providing visitors to Belsay Hall, Castle, and Gardens with insights into the historical and architectural … Read the full press release

Liverpool Literary Festival 2023: A Diverse Lineup of Authors, Conversations, and Cultural Enrichment

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s English Department is set to host the eighth annual Liverpool Literary Festival from October 6 to October 8. Led by Festival Director Professor Greg Lynall, the event promises a dynamic roster of authors, discussions, … Read the full press release

Astrologia pode dar pistas sobre a separação de Sophie Turner e Joe Jonas

(NOTÍCIA EM BREVE) A notícia trata do divórcio de Joe Jonas e Sophie Turner, destacando a análise astrológica de seu relacionamento. Segundo o Astrolink, eles têm uma boa compatibilidade nos aspectos lunares, mas pouca afinidade nos signos solares, venusianos e … Read the full press release

Creative Fusion: Art and Fragrance Collide in Symrise Perfumery School’s Workshop

(IN BRIEF) Symrise Perfumery School has introduced an innovative approach to trainee perfumer education through a two-day watercolor workshop titled “Forest. City. Fragrance.” Trainees visited Berlin and, guided by artists, translated their experiences of nature and urban environments into watercolor … Read the full press release

La astrología puede señalar las razones de la separación de Sophie Turner y Joe Jonas

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) La noticia informa sobre el sorprendente divorcio de Joe Jonas y Sophie Turner. Aunque la pareja tenía una buena compatibilidad en aspectos lunares, su sinastria amorosa mostró poca afinidad en signos solares, venusianos y mercurianos. Sophie es … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Expanded Printing Blanket Technology Portfolio at LabelExpo Europe 2023

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s ContiTech group sector is showcasing its expanded printing blanket technology portfolio at LabelExpo Europe 2023, which is being held in Brussels from September 11 to 14. The portfolio includes system solutions for label and packaging printing processes. … Read the full press release

University of Dundee Representatives Embrace Educational and Cultural Exchange at SWUFE in China

(IN BRIEF) Representatives from the University of Dundee attended Southwestern University of Finance and Economics (SWUFE) in China, engaging in a two-week program involving lectures on business, finance, economics, and broader topics like international trade, cultural differences, and COVID recovery. … Read the full press release

Reviving Forgotten History: University of York Research Illuminates Flourishing Medieval Jewish Community and Interfaith Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the University of York’s Heritage360 Streetlife project have uncovered new evidence shedding light on the medieval Jewish community in York. Contrary to the overshadowing memory of the 1190 massacre of York’s Jews, this research highlights a … Read the full press release

Bentley and The Little Car Company Unveil Road-Legal ‘Blower Jnr’: A Sophisticated 85% Scale Replica of the 1929 Bentley Supercharged Team Car

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors and The Little Car Company have introduced a road-legal, 85% scale replica of the renowned 1929 4½-litre Supercharged Team Car No. 2 from Bentley’s Heritage Collection. Named ‘Blower Jnr’, the recreation is powered by a 48V … Read the full press release

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