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Harem work removed from show at Qatar's Arab Museum of Modern Art

Artistic freedom is challenged when government authorities intervene in exhibitions, as seen in the case of İnci Eviner's Harem.
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Where the US presidential candidates stand on the arts

The next US president may deprioritize support for the arts due to pressing national issues.
Federal involvement in the arts remains critical despite political challenges.

Can Germany still pay for arts funding? DW 12/03/2024

Germany is cutting arts funding, raising concerns about the cultural landscape.
The German Culture Council declares the end of a prosperous era for the arts.

Arts Commission weighs sizes of grants to aid underserved groups - Austin Monitor

The Arts Commission is concerned that the Thrive grant program may favor established organizations over newcomers, hindering diversity in arts funding.

Where the US presidential candidates stand on the arts

The next US president may deprioritize support for the arts due to pressing national issues.
Federal involvement in the arts remains critical despite political challenges.

Can Germany still pay for arts funding? DW 12/03/2024

Germany is cutting arts funding, raising concerns about the cultural landscape.
The German Culture Council declares the end of a prosperous era for the arts.

Arts Commission weighs sizes of grants to aid underserved groups - Austin Monitor

The Arts Commission is concerned that the Thrive grant program may favor established organizations over newcomers, hindering diversity in arts funding.
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TV licence fee to rise by 5 to 174.50 in 2025

The cost of a TV licence will rise by £5 to £174.50 in 2025 while a government review of the BBC's funding model is underway.
#france

French parliamentary elections 2024: candidates outline plans for arts and culture

France's culture sector faces imminent transformation due to snap legislative elections.

UK minister hits out at French proposals to charge Britons more to see the Mona Lisa

UK galleries remain free to visitors while France considers charging non-EU tourists for entry.

French parliamentary elections 2024: candidates outline plans for arts and culture

France's culture sector faces imminent transformation due to snap legislative elections.

UK minister hits out at French proposals to charge Britons more to see the Mona Lisa

UK galleries remain free to visitors while France considers charging non-EU tourists for entry.
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Iceland plans national gallery overhaul

Iceland plans to construct a new National Gallery space to improve art presentation and address severe deficiencies in current exhibition and storage conditions.
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How the UK can be a cultural superpower: think tank puts forward arts policies for new Labour government

The Fabian Society calls for increased focus on arts in schools to enhance cultural education and opportunities for children.

Sonia Boyce and John Akomfrah among 4,000 arts professionals urging UK government to stand up for culture

Artists urge UK government for support in the visual arts sector through a collective manifesto and letter.

Emmanuel Macron: France Will 'Fight Hard' to Bring Emily Back to Paris

French President Macron emphasizes the positive impact of 'Emily in Paris' on France's attractiveness, advocating for the show's return to Paris.

How the UK can be a cultural superpower: think tank puts forward arts policies for new Labour government

The Fabian Society calls for increased focus on arts in schools to enhance cultural education and opportunities for children.

Sonia Boyce and John Akomfrah among 4,000 arts professionals urging UK government to stand up for culture

Artists urge UK government for support in the visual arts sector through a collective manifesto and letter.

Emmanuel Macron: France Will 'Fight Hard' to Bring Emily Back to Paris

French President Macron emphasizes the positive impact of 'Emily in Paris' on France's attractiveness, advocating for the show's return to Paris.
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Lisa Nandy absolutely determined' to ensure access to arts for every child' in UK

Access to arts must be a reality for every child in the UK, ensuring equal opportunities in culture.

Lisa Nandy: 'We want to get the nation's great artworks out of the basement and into our communities'

Lisa Nandy pledged to reintegrate arts education into schools and increase community access to the government's art collection.

The far right can't take away our hopes and memories. Culture is our weapon

The erosion of core democratic values in Europe, highlighted by the rise of far-right parties, signals a potential regression from the ideals of the French Revolution.
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Slovakia targets wealthy' book buyers with steep VAT rise

Slovakia's government plans a significant VAT increase on books, facing backlash for targeting a cultural sector seen as vital to democracy.

Protests against Slovakia's authoritarian government DW 08/18/2024

Public discontent in Slovakia is escalating due to political corruption and government control over cultural institutions.

Slovakia targets wealthy' book buyers with steep VAT rise

Slovakia's government plans a significant VAT increase on books, facing backlash for targeting a cultural sector seen as vital to democracy.

Protests against Slovakia's authoritarian government DW 08/18/2024

Public discontent in Slovakia is escalating due to political corruption and government control over cultural institutions.
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Italy names new culture minister following appointments scandal

Alessandro Giuli's appointment as culture minister signals a shift in Italy's cultural policy and aims for continuity with public demand for change.

The Godfather of French Contemporary Dance Passes the Torch

Montanari's retirement signifies a pivotal change for Montpellier Danse, ending a 41-year association that has shaped contemporary dance in France.

UK arts bodies urge incoming government to stand up for the culture sector

Visual arts organisations in the UK call for government support post-election.
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