News about Culture
Moldovan freestyle wrestler Alexander Gaidarli, a native of Copceac village (ATU Gagauzia), won a gold medal at the European Youth Olympic Wrestling Championships (U-23), held in Zrenjanin (Serbia), reports Logos Press.
As the military conflict over Iran intensifies, it is curious to take a look at the country’s national treasury, with its collection of royal relics and jewels formed over 2,500 years, Logos Press reported.
The General Directorate of Education, Youth and Sports of Chisinau (DGETS) announced the launch of a municipal program of co-financing sports projects and activities in 2026, Logos Press reports.
The modern world is literally filled with calls to “get out of your comfort zone” if you want to achieve success. Bloggers, coaches and personal growth coaches convince us that it is only through discomfort and stress that we can realize our ambitions. However, this idea is far from the truth and often does more harm than good.
Amazon founder and one of the richest people in the world Jeff Bezos, along with Lauren Sanchez, has been appointed honorary co-chair of the Met Gala-2026, an event that annually brings together the world’s political, cultural and business elite in New York. Experts believe that the tech billionaire’s participation reflects the growing influence of IT capital on the art and fashion industries.
Moldovan grandmaster Ivan Scicco won the “SET Freestyle Cup 2026” Fischer Chess tournament, organized by the SET Real Estate Agency with the support of the Moldovan Chess Federation, Logos Press reports.
The Judo Federation has agreed with the International Judo Federation (IJF) to organize in Moldova the world championship among cadets (U-18) in 2027, reports Logos Press.
Hundreds of people took to the streets of the capital to declare violence against women unacceptable. In 2026, the slogan of the event is: “Women are safe, justice is in the courts”.
Moldova ranked 128th in the world (out of 193) in the soft power ranking, with 31 points.
The Chisinau-based club Clic Media has secured its third consecutive championship in the Moldovan Futsal Super League, Logos Press reported.
The ancient amphitheater in Verona, Italy, hosted the opening ceremony of the 14th Winter Paralympic Games, which are being held in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo from March 7-15, Logos Press reported.
The International Judo Federation (IJF) has published an updated ranking with 14 Moldovan athletes in TOP-50, Logos Press reported.
The Vancouver Whitecaps (Canada) and Major League Soccer in the United States and Canada (MLS) will pay $347,000 for the absence of Inter Miami (USA) Argentine striker Lionel Messi in a match despite announcements of his appearance on the field, according to Logos Press.
Booking.com, one of the largest online accommodation booking services, has announced the winners of its 14th annual Traveller Review Awards. The awards are based on 370 million traveler reviews and reflect the level of service and hospitality of partners around the world, according to Logos Press.
Jack Daniel’s continues its collaboration with McLaren Formula 1 Team and releases a new limited edition bottle – 2026 McLaren Mastercard F1 Team x Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey. The special feature of the release is the increased strength: the whiskey was bottled at 86 proof, while the standard version of the brand usually has 80 proof.
Interpreters of ancient katrens claim that the enigmatic 16th century lines may hint at modern military technology and the possible escalation of global conflicts.
The city of St. Petersberg (Florida) is preparing one of the largest renovations in the history of the museum dedicated to the works of Salvador Dali. The management of the institution announced a $65 million expansion project, which is scheduled to be completed by 2028. The new stage of the museum’s development should transform it from a traditional exhibition space into a modern center of digital and immersive art.
Para-judoka Ion Basoc has been recognized as the best Paralympian of 2025 for the second year in a row, as it became known at the Gala of the Paralympic Committee of Moldova (PCM), Logos Press reports.
In the heart of Berlin, one of the most iconic cinemas of the Cold War era, the legendary Kino International, has been re-lit. After a year and a half of restoration, the historic cinema, located on Karl-Marx-Allee, officially opened its doors on February 26, 2026, combining the aesthetics of socialist modernism with the cutting-edge technology of the 21st century.
In Paris is preparing an event that could shake up the art market: March 26 auction house Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr will auction the largest work ever created by Salvador Dalí. It is about grandiose scenery for the ballet “Bacchanale” (“Bacchanale”) – a work that combines painting, theater and the manifesto of surrealism in one monumental project.
