Culture news Which European nations are cracking down on their cultural sectors? These governments are accused of stifling freedom of expression or using their influence to interfere in cultural institutions. 12/01/2022
Culture news Maya Angelou to appear on US quarters in historic first The poet and activist is set to appear of the US currency as part of a program showing how women have shaped American history. 11/01/2022
Culture news Member of Pussy Riot named on list of 'foreign agents' by Kremlin Putin claims the 'foreign agents' list is used to stop interference from abroad in domestic issues but critics say it is used to silence dissent. 31/12/2021
Culture news German men charged for million euro heist on Dresden museum The men will stand trial in January for stealing precious jewellery of historical note from one of Europe's oldest museums. 30/12/2021
Culture news Greek government bans music on New Year's Eve The spread of the omicron measurement has prompted the measure, the latest in a raft of restrictions introduced across Europe this winter. 30/12/2021
Culture news The good, the bad, and the overdue: The celebrity apologies of 2021 They're at it again, which celebrities have apologised for transgressions past and present this year? 29/12/2021
Culture news In Memoriam 2021: The stars and icons who passed away this year Sadly many talented actors, authors and writers passed away this year; let's take a look at some of the great names who bowed out in 2021. 26/12/2021
Culture news Whirling Dervishes: inside the mystic ceremony of Jalaladdin Rumi This centuries-old tradition has survived many iterations of the Turkish state and celebrates the 'union with God' of Sufi mystic Jalaladdin Rumi. 22/12/2021
Culture news What were 2021's highest grossing films worldwide? 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' is already the sixth highest grossing film of 2021 after just a week on our screens. Who else is keeping it company? 21/12/2021
Green News Should European governments ban cigarettes? Cigarette manufacture uses large amounts of water, farmland and released C02, should we put a stop to it? 21/12/2021
Culture news Melania Trump latest celebrity to cash in on NFTs The former First Lady will sell the non-fungible tokens on her website with some proceeds going to support children in foster-care, but charity bosses have warned this could be a "huge red flag". 20/12/2021
Art Can 'artwashing' survive the social media age? As museums and galleries distance themselves from the Sacklers, we ask whether the age-old practice of artwashing will stand-up under today's scrutiny. 19/12/2021
Design Hungarian design studio highlights Roma culture as an act of defiance Romani Design was started by the Varga sisters when they feared their traditions were disappearing after centuries of oppression. 17/12/2021
Culture news Alec Baldwin's phone to be searched in shooting investigation The announcement is part of an ongoing investigation into where the live rounds that killed Halyna Hutchins came from. 17/12/2021
Culture news Feminism in Miss France: Do pageants and politics mix? As Miss France declares she is a feminist, we ask whether pageants have ever been apolitical? 15/12/2021
Culture news Former Netflix executive jailed for taking bribes from tech companies Michael Kail is behind bars for two and a half years after taking almost half a million in 'kickbacks' whilst overseeing operations at the streaming platform. 15/12/2021
Culture news Golden Globes announces nominees after year plagued by controversy The Hollywood Foreign Press Association are pressing on with their 2022 awards, despite criticisms on a lack of diversity and unethical selection practices that they claim to have addressed. 14/12/2021
Culture news Why Elon Musk was named Time magazine's 'Person of the Year' The entrepreneur courted consistent controversy in 2021 but received the ambiguous honour for his public prominence and financial success. 14/12/2021
Culture news Garry Kasparov leads new NFT auction of star collectibles Starting with chess champion Garry Kasparov, 1Kind will foster a relationship between stars and their fans using blockchain tech to make unique collectibles. They gave Euronews Culture an exclusive look at what's on sale. 14/12/2021
Culture news What is Romuva? Inside the ancient religion's bid for state approval Followers of Romuva have been attacked by the Catholic church, Teutonic Knights and the Soviets, but they've just been given a massive break. 12/12/2021