Spears files restraining order

Britney Spears filed a restraining order against paparazzi ex-boyfriend Adnan Ghalib and one-time manager Sam Lutfi. more »

Italy's glass art under threat

Murano glass is admired around the world for its refined beauty, but the credit crisis is threatening to shatter the fading Italian craft industry. more »

Another side to Afghanistan

The European Commission Representation in Ireland is currently hosting a photo exhibition entitled Another side to Afghanistan. This remarkable display gives an insight into what life is really like for Afghans living in rural areas. more »

Linz and Vilnius - European Capitals of Culture in 2009

This year Lithuania's capital Vilnius and the Austrian city of Linz are the official “European Capitals of Culture”. more »

Czech artwork ruffles Brussels

Czech artist has created a provocative installation of contemporary art named «Entropy» using stereotypes to depict each of the EU's 27 members. more »

Making it big abroad – Border Breakers awards celebrate new stars

Ten new stars will share the limelight at this year’s European Border Breakers awards. more »

Fashion Rio kicks off in Brazil

Designers unveil their 2009 fall and winter collections at Fashion Rio in Brazil. more »

Cities kick off year-long culture fest

At midnight on 31 December, thousands of couples in the Austrian city of Linz began whirling to the sound of a Viennese waltz. more »

Creativity versus crisis: European Year of Creativity and Innovation

Encouraging people to be as creative and innovative as possible in education, employment and cultural activities are three main aims of the European Year of Creativity and Innovation launched Wednesday. more »

Micro-artist hits the big-time

Artist Anatoly Konenko is making a big name for himself in the Russian art world with his work barely visible to the naked eye. more »