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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.
I Brooklyn sätter teaterkonstnären Alexx Klein upp absurda föreställningar för att konfrontera New York Citys klimatvulnerabiliteter. Hans projekt 'Flood Futures' simulerar katastrofscenarier för att blanda humor med brådskande varningar om stigande havsnivåer. Genom skratt och mockevakueringar syftar Klein till att lindra klimatångest samtidigt som han utbildar allmänheten.