US Supreme Court lets broader copyright ruling stand in Vetter’s case

The US Supreme Court has let the Fifth Circuit’s broader interpretation of creators’ ability to reclaim copyrights stand in Cyril Vetter’s case, without establishing a nationwide rule. Bavaria’s interior minister says the state intends to restore the Eagle’s Nest after police reported that fire engulfed the landmark. France’s Culture Ministry plans to close four Paris museums during demonstrations under security measures it says aim to protect visitors, staff and artworks.

Culture weekly25 October 2026, covering 19–25 OctoberPublished 26 October 2026By AveNews SI desk4 minCulture

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Music

US Supreme Court leaves songwriter Cyril Vetter’s copyright win intact

Copyright termination previously let creators recover US rights while publishers kept overseas rights. The Supreme Court leaves the Fifth Circuit’s broader interpretation intact in Vetter’s case without establishing a nationwide rule, allowing other appeals courts to reach their own conclusions.

Film & TV

Bavarian police report major fire at the Eagle’s Nest

Bavarian police reported that fire engulfed the Eagle’s Nest on 23 October. Bavaria’s interior minister Joachim Herrmann says the state intends to restore the landmark after discussions with local officials, historians and conservators.

France’s Culture Ministry to close four Paris museums on October 24

France’s Culture Ministry plans to close four Paris museums on October 24, following unrest on the sidelines of the previous weekend’s protests. It says the security measures, coordinated with the Paris Police Prefecture, aim to protect visitors, staff and artworks during Saturday’s demonstrations.

Taliesin West stays closed after fatal roof accident

Taliesin West remains closed following the October 16 visitor death. Its managing foundation had been developing plans to replace ageing acrylic roofs, but the cause of the detachment remains unconfirmed. Authorities continue to investigate the fatal accident.

Colombian judge restricts further National Museum removals

A Colombian judge has ordered the National Museum to preserve removed works and temporarily barred further content-based removals without formal justification. The Art Newspaper reported on 20 October that more than 30 objects remained off display as the underlying rights case awaited a ruling.

Neon joins NAZA’s release to expand its audience

Neon has joined NAZA’s release after the documentary opened independently in US theaters. The Hollywood Reporter reports that the distributor will handle theater bookings and provide publicity and advertising funds to support a wider release.

Books

Gaza blockade stalls manuscript transfers to Armenia, Hetq reports

Hetq reports that Gaza’s blockade, war and logistical barriers have prevented manuscripts or other artifacts from reaching Armenia under its safeguarding offer. It relays UNESCO’s count of more than 160 damaged cultural sites and describes local efforts to clean, photograph and digitally archive surviving artifacts.

Gaming

UK’s Games Rating Authority raises some loot-box games’ age rating to 16

The Games Rating Authority says it is moving selected digital-only games rated PEGI 3, 7 or 12 to “PEGI 16 – Paid random items.” The rollout covers both PEGI Classic and International Age Rating Coalition classifications, with updates scheduled to continue throughout October.

Game Developers Choice Awards makes 2027 submissions mandatory

The awards previously relied on nominations through an invitation-only industry panel. The 2027 edition adds Best Game Launch and Best Gaming Tech, with winners due to be announced on March 2, 2027.

Modern Warfare 4 drew early campaign praise in October

Modern Warfare 4 earned strong early campaign approval from digital-preorder players. Launch reviews reported on 23 October extend the praise to multiplayer, while identifying rushed storytelling and uneven combat; they offer favourable assessments of early-access DMZ. The Guardian’s Stuart says DMZ’s success will depend on attracting and retaining players.

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