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manilatimes.networld57 days ago
Artists Withdraw from Venice Biennale Awards Amid Protests
The 61st Venice Biennale opened on May 9, 2026, as dozens of artists withdrew from awards consideration in solidarity with a jury that resigned after refusing to award pavilions from countries charged with crimes against humanity by the International Criminal Court. Protests targ…
The Bbcpolitics60 days ago
Protests Held at Venice Biennale Over Russia's Return
Protests occurred at the Venice Biennale after Russia returned to the event for the first time since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The Russian punk protest group Pussy Riot and Femen staged a demonstration outside the Russian pavilion. The Biennale president defended the in…