Artes e Cultura
India announces Padma Awards for 2026
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Ahead of Republic Day, the Indian government announced the Padma Awards for 2026, honouring contributors from diverse fields. Bollywood legend Dharmendra received the Padma Vibhushan posthumously, while neonatologist Dr Armida Fernandez was awarded the Padma Shri. These awards recognize excellence in social service, arts, science, and public affairs.
Rising temperatures are increasingly affecting folk artists in Tamil Nadu, making performances during summer temple festivals more endurance-testing. Artistes face heat stress from long hours outdoors, inadequate rest facilities, and warm nights, exacerbating health issues amid shrinking patronage. Government efforts aim to provide health support, but broader climate resilience measures are needed.
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In the Philippines, February's National Arts Month highlights arts and culture, but appreciation often feels temporary. After the celebrations, enthusiasm fades, as focus remains on big festivals rather than daily creation. This prompts calls to integrate arts as an essential part of society year-round.
Em Brooklyn, o artista de teatro Alexx Klein encena performances absurdas para confrontar as vulnerabilidades climáticas de Nova York. Seu projeto 'Flood Futures' simula cenários de desastres para misturar humor com alertas urgentes sobre o aumento do nível do mar. Através de risadas e evacuações simuladas, Klein visa aliviar a ansiedade climática enquanto educa o público.