national endowment for the arts

Alice Walton revolutionised art philanthropy by establishing Crystal Bridges in Arkansas, bringing world-class art to everyday Americans. Her initiative, Art Bridges, now partners with over 300 institutions nationwide, subsidising loans of masterpieces to regional museums. This ensures art's accessibility, transforming cultural engagement beyond traditional coastal hubs and fostering local programming.

Joan Kroc's monumental donation, recognized by Guinness World Records, funded the construction of numerous community centers across the US. These Kroc Centers offer vital recreational, educational, and social services, becoming hubs for community life and fostering social interaction. The legacy ensures sustainable operation, making her gift a tangible and lasting impact on countless lives.

A federal judge criticized the Pentagon's designation of AI firm Anthropic as a "supply chain risk," suggesting it aims to "cripple" the company rather than address national security. This move, unprecedented for a US firm, restricts government contracts and technology use, following a broad ban order from former President Trump.

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon from labeling AI giant Anthropic a "national security risk." The ruling halts a presidential directive and a defense secretary's designation, allowing Anthropic to continue business with defense contractors. The judge criticized the government's actions as an "attempt to cripple Anthropic" rather than a direct response to security concerns.

Set to enchant audiences, 'The Great Shamsuddin Family,' a delightful family comedy-drama from Mumbai, will grace the closing night of the 24th Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles on April 26. Helmed by the talented Anusha Rizvi, this film, which made its debut on JioHotstar last December, stars an impressive ensemble cast.

US President Barack Obama today nominated Indian-American Renee Ramaswamy, a Bharatanatayam exponent, to the prestigious National Council of the Arts for a five year term.

US President Barack Obama on Friday nominated Indian-American Renee Ramaswamy, a Bharatanatayam exponent, to the prestigious National Council of the Arts for a five year term.

On tabla maestro Zakir Hussain's 75th birth anniversary, Shankar Mahadevan fondly recalled their 25-year musical bond, calling his journey incomplete without the legendary percussionist. Hussain, a Grammy winner and celebrated artist, passed away in December 2024. Mahadevan, known for his fusion music and Bollywood hits, expressed his deep gratitude for Hussain's influence.

A two-member team from the UK visited the International Centre for Free and Open Source Software (ICFOSS) campus in Technopark.

Well known Hindi poet, critic and cultural activist Ashok Vajapeyi will deliver the annual James and Shobha Mendonca Endowment lecture on poetry, hosted by Kavita Trust, at the SDM College of Business Management auditorium on July 13 at 6 pm.

Donald Trump is actively reshaping the Kennedy Center, appointing loyalists to the board and criticizing past programming as "woke." He aims to overhaul the national arts scene, slashing federal funding and advocating for content that promotes American culture. Upcoming performances include popular musicals, but controversies arise from canceled LGBTQ+ events and artist boycotts.

KOLKATA: A two-member team of the National Council for Teachers' Education (NCTE) will visit Calcutta University on February 1 to assess whether the institute's Bachelor of Edu-cation (B.Ed) and Master of Education (M.Ed) programmes merit national recognition.

Hindi poet, critic and cultural activist Ashok Vajpeyi will deliver the annual James and Shobha Mendonca Endowment lecture on poetry at SDM College of Business Management Auditorium on July 13 at 6 pm.

Heritage activists on Wednesday criticised the move by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments to cover the mural paintings inside the Putridam Kondan Sannidhi in Tiruvarur by using wooden frames and glass panes.

US-based famous danseuse and a prominent alumnus of M S University’s Faculty of Performing Arts, Anjani Ambegaokar, who was instrumental in spreading the art of Kathak in Los Angeles, passed away on Saturday in the USA.

St Andre MLA Vishnu Wagh inaugurated the national artists' camp at the Pilar theological college, Pilar on Monday, by drawing a picture of Mother Teresa.

Varanasi's International Dance Festival showcased a vibrant tapestry of global cultures. Columbian artists energized the audience, while Sri Lankan dancers depicted rural life. A local troupe celebrated the Ganga's descent. The second day featured Slovakian traditions and Iraqi narratives through dance. A captivating Kathak-Bharatnatyam fusion honored Lord Shiva and the Mahakumbh, adding an Indian touch to this international celebration.

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed that seven mosques in Mohamed bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, be named after the seven Emirates to mark the 54th Eid Al Etihad. Covering 12,000 square metres and accommodating 6,000 worshippers, these modern mosques blend Islamic heritage with contemporary design and are set to open in January, promoting unity and community engagement.

With the Kurupam Market gateway reduced to rubble much to the horror of heritage-lovers in the city, the next big question haunting them is what did the authorities do with the clock and the plaque on which the donor's name was etched?

The University of Hyderabad will be converting the heritage complex of Golden Threshold in the city into a cultural and literary hub by creating a 100-capacity indoor space to be called Rajkumari Indira Devi Hall.

Washington University in St. Louis has laid off 316 staff and cut 198 unfilled roles amid rising costs, reduced US federal research funding, and a projected $37 million endowment tax bill. Chancellor Andrew Martin cited the need for long-term financial sustainability. The university’s operating surplus fell by 58% between fiscal 2022 and 2024, while expenses rose by nearly $1 billion. Additional cost-saving measures include pausing construction projects and freezing merit pay increases for 2026.

"Queen of the Blues" Koko Taylor has died, aged 80.

The National Crafts Mela continues to be dominated by different artistes from the South Indian states at Kalagram over the weekend. People from the Tricity and the neighboring towns thronged the venue in big numbers and moved around the stalls--decorated and displayed with the theme-based items from the temple states.

The National Institute of Technology, Jamshedpur is likely to get a Rs 10-crore funds boost from Power Grid Corporation of India to support its expansion plan.

The world of music lost a gem with the demise of Ustad Zakir Hussain. The renowned tabla player passed away due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in San Francisco, California at the age of 73. The late musician rendered new dimensions to Indian music as he took the culture and the humility associated with our music, across the world.

India-born poet Vijay Seshadri has won the prestigious 2014 Pulitzer Prize in the poetry category for his collection of poems "3 Sections."