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Sweden’s Crown Princess arrived in Jakarta for a diplomatic visit, where she praised Indonesia’s commitment to religious harmony and toured the National Monument. The trip underscores strengthening bilateral ties between Sweden and Indonesia amid growing regional cooperation.
Restoration work on the National Monument (Tugu Negara) in Kuala Lumpur will commence shortly, with completion targeted for August of next year to preserve its historical significance.
Participants from Milpa Alta and the Central de Abastos competed in a traditional cactus spine removal competition held at a major national monument in Mexico City.
Popular tourist destinations in the Turrialba region, including Turrialba Volcano National Park and Guayabo National Monument, have reopened after being temporarily closed due to heavy rainfall and safety concerns.
The National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM) has begun the process to declare Government College Umuahia (GCU) a national monument in Nigeria. This initiative, supported by the Abia Assembly and the state government, aims to secure the college's place on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List.
A national monument dedicated to the LGBTQ community, named Thunderhead, is set to open on Friday in Ottawa, memorializing historical discrimination against LGBTQ people in Canada, including during the LGBT Purge.
The national monument in Apeldoorn, Netherlands, dedicated to victims of violence in youth care, has been significantly damaged by vandals just two months after its unveiling, leaving the community feeling powerless.
Donald Trump issued a 'last chance' warning to Iran for a deal, claiming they are begging for negotiations despite their denials, and also criticized oil companies for excessive profits. Separately, he expressed disappointment in Jeanine Pirro for her handling of a Reflecting Pool vandalism case.
Torres Vedras has initiated a requalification project for its 14th-century medieval aqueduct, a national monument since 1910, as sections of the structure are at risk of collapse.
The Chairman of the BiH Presidency, Denis Bećirović, has appealed to the Constitutional Court regarding Željka Cvijanović's veto on the appointment of new members to the Commission for the Preservation of National Monuments.
The Historical Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina has appealed to authorities, expressing serious concern for the safety of its building due to ongoing construction of the Ars Aevi Museum.
Donald Trump signed an executive order drastically reducing the size of Grand Staircase-Escalante and Bears Ears national monuments in Utah by 90%, from 3 million acres to 300,000, removing drilling protections.
In Consdorf, Luxembourg, the local community is opposing plans to protect the centuries-old Sankt-Bartholomäus-Kirche, a prominent feature of the town's landscape, as a national monument.
The National Assembly of Republika Srpska has supported the veto by Bosnia and Herzegovina Presidency member Željka Cvijanović on a decision concerning the Commission for National Monuments.
A man has been found guilty of defacing the National Monument on Dam Square during a Palestine protest, but received no punishment. The court acknowledged his guilt in the act of vandalism.
Bosnian officials are engaged in a debate regarding appointments to the Commission for National Monuments, with some accusing others of undermining sovereignty. The discussion centers on the roles of various political figures in the selection process.
Željka Cvijanović, the Serb member of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, initiated a veto on the decision to appoint the Commission for the Protection of National Monuments. The Serbian Democratic Party (SDS) has announced its support for Cvijanović's veto, with Ognjen Bodiroga stating that foreign interference turns BiH into a protectorate.
Željka Cvijanović walked out of a BiH Presidency session, announcing a move before the National Assembly of Republika Srpska. Her departure was prompted by the appointment of members to the Commission for National Monuments.
The Church of Ermida, a National Monument and one of Portugal's oldest, was built by order of French monks near the Paiva River. They were rewarded with land by Afonso Henriques for their assistance during the Reconquista.
Dutch Prime Minister Jetten is scheduled to deliver a speech at the unveiling of a national monument for Moluccans in Rotterdam, with the possibility of an apology being extended.
An initiative in Romania called 'Ambulanța pentru monumente' has successfully saved 125 national monuments over seven years. The project has also won the European Heritage Awards' public prize four times.
Cyprus and Cypriot Hellenism are acquiring a central national monument for the Pontic Greek Genocide in Paralimni, with the unveiling ceremony scheduled for May 19 by N. Christodoulides, connecting historical memory and ongoing struggle.
The restored complex of the Dugalića Mosque and clock tower, a national monument of cultural and religious heritage, was ceremonially opened in Nevesinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina, as part of the 'Days of Waqf' event.
Iran plans to observe International Monuments Day, honoring restorers and raising awareness about heritage concerns.
Public museums and archaeological sites in Greece will offer free admission on Saturday, April 18, in observance of International Monuments Day.
The Sarajevo City Hall, a national monument, will commemorate its 130th anniversary with a special exhibition featuring the works of artist Safet Zec.
In this building in Madrid, declared a National Monument, Pablo Neruda and Severo Ochoa lived.
Five additional natural relics located in Zanjan, Iran, have been officially registered as national monuments, preserving their cultural and historical significance.
A unique resort developed around a historic railway station in Colorado has officially been incorporated into a nearby national monument, highlighting the area's cultural and transportation heritage.
Outdoor apparel retailer Patagonia has joined a legal challenge against President Trump’s executive order shrinking the boundaries of Utah’s Bears Ears and other national monuments. The company argues the reduction threatens tribal heritage sites and protected public lands.
Denis Bećirović, Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, toured the Stari Grad municipality to discuss municipal development projects and emphasize the importance of the Commission for the Preservation of National Monuments.
The city of Jajce in Bosnia and Herzegovina, known as an open-air museum, attracts tourists globally with its waterfalls, historic fortress, and 30 national monuments.
Roxanne Quimby, co-founder of Burt's Bees, donated 87,500 acres of Maine land to the US in 2016, which has now been designated as a national monument a decade later.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's Finance Minister, Srđan Amidžić, announced he found a way to pay salaries to dismissed members of the Commission for the Preservation of National Monuments, prompting his deputy, Muhamed Hasanović, to demand an explanation.
The city of Sarajevo has completed maintenance work on the 'Eternal Flame' monument, one of the most recognizable symbols and a national monument of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Two men have been arrested and remain in custody after the National Monument on Dam Square in Amsterdam was defaced with graffiti. The incident sparked public concern and a police investigation.
Mani Matter, a Swiss singer-songwriter and jurist, has become a national monument through his songs. On what would have been his 90th birthday, the article reflects on his political engagement where he rejected ideological thinking.
Denis Bećirović, Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, has submitted a request to the Constitutional Court of BiH to assess the constitutionality of the National Assembly of Republika Srpska's decision regarding the Commission for National Monuments.
The Trump administration announced a new attack on the International Criminal Court, with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo threatening to 'cripple' it. Concurrently, President Trump drastically reduced the size of two national monuments in Utah, Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante, a move that has drawn criticism from environmental groups and Native American tribes.
Members of The Corrs and The Mary Wallopers are among the objectors to a large-scale housing development in Dundalk, which is located close to a national monument.
The National Assembly of Republika Srpska supported Željka Cvijanović's veto on a decision concerning the work of the Commission for National Monuments, with the matter now potentially heading to the Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The National Assembly of Republika Srpska (NSRS) has supported Željka Cvijanović's veto on a decision by the BiH Presidency regarding the Commission for National Monuments, prompting Denis Bećirović to announce an appeal to the Constitutional Court of BiH.
The Sagrada Família basilica, despite attracting five million tourists annually, maintains an intense and often unseen religious activity as a parish, combining its international monument status with a vibrant spiritual life.
The Municipality of Stari Grad Sarajevo has welcomed the decision by the BiH Presidency to appoint members to the Commission for the Preservation of National Monuments, calling it an important step towards its re-establishment.
Bosnian Serb leaders, including Stanivuković and Borenović, have expressed support for Željka Cvijanović's veto, which aims to prevent the return of foreign judges to the Commission for National Monuments. They argue that local experts are better suited to determine historical heritage than foreign nationals.
The BiH Presidency held a regular session where conditions were created to unblock the work of the Commission for Preserving National Monuments of BiH, allowing for the appointment of its members.
The historic Sumela Monastery in Trabzon, Pontus, is experiencing a rapid increase in tourist traffic, setting a new historical record for visitors and boosting Turkey's coffers, confirming its status as a significant national monument.
The national monument, the Menhir of Outeiro da Barrada in Monsaraz, was vandalized with an inscription reading 'Muito obrigado dotora'. The message was apparently left by someone thanking for the installation of a bench near the menhir.
The Commission for the Preservation of National Monuments in Bosnia and Herzegovina is facing issues as the deadline for appointing foreign experts has passed, despite a new Presidency decision to reinstate them.
The National Monument on Dam Square in Amsterdam was defaced with red paint just hours before the annual Remembrance Day commemoration. Police are searching for three suspects, and politicians have condemned the act.
Jakarta has illuminated the National Monument as a symbol of its commitment to promoting world peace.
The Acropolis and other archaeological sites in Greece experienced a significant influx of visitors due to free entry offered on International Monuments Day. Thousands flocked to the historic landmarks to take advantage of the special occasion.
A judge has accepted a settlement that permanently restores the Pride flag at Stonewall National Monument, concluding a two-month legal battle over its removal during the Trump administration.
President John Mahama led a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the African Burial Ground National Monument in New York, honouring the memory and enduring legacy of enslaved Africans.
Conservation groups have sued Trump officials for allegedly attempting to 'erase history and science' in national parks, including the removal of a rainbow Pride flag from the Stonewall national monument.
The Trump administration has taken several actions impacting environmental regulations and energy policy, including opening a marine monument to fishing, delaying renewable energy projects, and mandating military coal purchases.
The Fórum Cidadania Lx association criticized the municipal decision to replace the historic Glória elevator, calling the move hasty, lacking proper justification, and inappropriate for a national monument.
A travel feature highlights the striking geological formations and fossil-rich terrain of Utah's Dinosaur National Monument.
Viral footage circulating online claiming to show a mass protest at Jakarta’s National Monument on August 27 actually depicts celebrations for Indonesia’s 81st Independence Day on August 17, 2026.
A national monument dedicated to marking injustice against the LGBTQ community has been unveiled in Ottawa, Canada. The project was funded through a class-action lawsuit settlement involving 719 individuals who were purged from their positions by the Canadian government due to their sexual orientation or gender identity.
A dispute has arisen in Bosnia and Herzegovina regarding the status and payment of Anđelina Ošap Gaćanović, a member of the Commission for the Preservation of National Monuments, with the Deputy Finance Minister questioning her salary.
Prospectors are reportedly staking mining claims on land that was previously part of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments in Utah, following reductions to their protected boundaries.
Mangarh Dham in Rajasthan, previously promised national monument status, has reportedly not been granted the designation.
The National Monument on Dam Square in Amsterdam has been defaced with yellow and blue graffiti, including various texts and a skull, prompting police to cordon off the area.
The government's recognition of the importance of lands like Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante predates almost any other managed area, yet Trump's administration has moved to cut their protected status, continuing a century-old pattern of such actions.
Denis Bećirović, Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, has officially filed an appeal with the Constitutional Court of BiH, challenging a decision by the National Assembly of Republika Srpska concerning the Commission for National Monuments.
President Trump announced the US would "take over" the Strait of Hormuz and reimpose a naval blockade, demanding compensation from allies for protection. This declaration followed recent tanker strikes and intensified US-Iran tensions, causing oil prices to jump.
President Trump has announced a significant reduction in the size of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in Utah, a move that has drawn both support and criticism.
Damir Arnaut, legal expert and current Ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina to Germany, asserts that the BiH Presidency's decision to reinstate foreign members to the Commission for the Preservation of National Monuments has come into force.
A student who defaced the National Monument on Amsterdam's Dam Square during a pro-Palestinian protest in August has avoided punishment.
Igor Crnadak, President of the Party of Democratic Progress of Republika Srpska, has called for the resignation of BiH Presidency member Željka Cvijanović regarding the Commission for the Preservation of National Monuments of BiH.
Draško Stanivuković, president of the Secure Srpska Movement (PSS), has publicly challenged Željka Cvijanović, a member of the BiH Presidency. He called on her to answer three questions regarding her alleged failure to timely defend the interests of Republika Srpska concerning the Commission for the Preservation of National Monuments.
Member of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Željka Cvijanović requested the protection of vital national interest due to the appointment of members of the Commission for National Monuments, and SNSD president Milorad...
The Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina has adopted a decision to appoint new members to the Commission for the Preservation of National Monuments, reinstating foreign experts after a decade, which is expected to unblock the Commission's work.
The UNESCO World Heritage site Mont-Saint-Michel will now be managed exclusively by the public industrial and commercial establishment (EPIC), following a months-long standoff between operators.
The "De Erkenning" National Youth Care Monument has been unveiled in Zuiderpark, Apeldoorn, serving as the first national memorial for individuals who experienced abuse or mistreatment during their time in youth care.
Political figures are calling for the recognition and justice for the Pontic Genocide, emphasizing the importance of remembering the historical event. The National Monument of the Genocide in Paralimni is highlighted as a symbol of the fraternal relationship with the Greeks of Pontus.
The National Monument on Dam Square in Amsterdam was defaced with red paint in the lead-up to National Remembrance Day, sparking concern.
A facade collapsed from a building in Sarajevo's Ferhadija street, which has been declared a national monument. A potential tragedy was narrowly avoided as the debris fell.
Senate Democrats successfully blocked a Republican-led initiative to defund and abolish the Cesar Chavez National Monument, despite recent child sexual abuse allegations against Chavez.
The Trump administration has agreed to reverse its ban, allowing the Pride flag to fly once again at the Stonewall National Monument in New York.
"Part of the wall of the Ínsua Fort has collapsed and the lower part is also becoming hollow. We are very concerned that a national monument could collapse," says Liliana Silva, mayor of Caminha.
The Trump administration removed the Pride flag the at Stonewall National Monument earlier this month following an internal memo at the Department of Interior.