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Democrats, heed the lesson of the 2024 election - stop being so weird

Trump's camp effectively uses cultural issues to shift voter sentiment against progressive gender policies.

Bigots rage against Pride poppy pin- but the British Legion aren't backing down

The Royal British Legion's Progress Pride flag poppy brooch has ignited controversy, highlighting ongoing tensions between LGBTQ+ inclusion and traditional symbols of remembrance.

Victoria's Secret tries to mend past and present wrongs with a runway of wings, rhinestones and a touch of inclusivity featuring Cher, Kate Moss and Carla Bruni

Victoria's Secret is trying to reclaim its brand image through nostalgia and pop culture after facing significant criticism and poor public reception.

El dia que Kris Kristofferson respaldo a Sinead O'Connor ante un publico iracundo

Bob Dylan's 30th anniversary concert featured Sinead O'Connor's controversial performance, emphasizing her courage in addressing abuse within the Catholic Church.

How a comedian and actor got canceled and lost out on his dream job - Poynter

The controversy surrounding Hasan Minhaj's storytelling highlights the delicate balance between truth and entertainment in comedy, especially regarding serious cultural narratives.

Basel Will Host Eurovision Song Contest (Unless Its Taxpayers Revolt)

Basel will host the Eurovision Song Contest next year, sparking both celebration and controversy among local lawmakers.
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US tech company pulls Olympics ads after opening ceremony 'mockery of the Last Supper'

Christians offended by Paris Olympics opening ceremony's Last Supper mockery, sponsor drops out.

A French-Malian Singer Is Caught in an Olympic Storm

France in an identity crisis with the upcoming Paris Olympics
Controversy surrounding Aya Nakamura's potential performance at the opening ceremony

US tech company pulls Olympics ads after opening ceremony 'mockery of the Last Supper'

Christians offended by Paris Olympics opening ceremony's Last Supper mockery, sponsor drops out.

A French-Malian Singer Is Caught in an Olympic Storm

France in an identity crisis with the upcoming Paris Olympics
Controversy surrounding Aya Nakamura's potential performance at the opening ceremony
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Cinema vandalised ahead of protest against Israeli film festival

The Phoenix Cinema in East Finchley faced vandalism ahead of a protest against its participation in an Israeli film festival.

Free speech is a facade': how Gaza war has deepened divisions in German arts world

The Berlin senate commissioned a report to investigate antisemitism at a cultural centre following controversial social media posts.
Despite the report finding no antisemitic activity, the Berlin senate decided to withdraw funding from the Oyoun cultural center.

British Museum under fire for sharing 'sexist' TikTok video about Roman exhibition

The British Museum faced accusations of sexism over a deleted TikTok video promoting an exhibition.
The museum defended the video, clarifying it was meant as a joke connected to a 'Roman Empire' trend.

The Future of Censorship Is AI-Generated

Generative AI facing cultural controversy in the U.S.
Impact of guardrails on shaping GenAI ecosystem.

Netflix pulls Indian film after backlash from rightwing Hindu groups

Netflix is facing backlash in India over a film accused of offending religious sentiments.
The film depicts a Brahmin woman cooking and eating meat, going against traditional beliefs and practices.
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