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www.nytimes.com
4 days ago
France politics

Macron Adds a Personal Touch to His Diplomacy With China

The French President, Emmanuel Macron, prioritizes personal touches in diplomacy, showcasing his childhood mountain views to President Xi Jinping, despite adverse weather [ more ]
Frenchly
4 months ago
France politics

Japonisme: Why is Japanese Culture so Popular in France? - Frenchly

France and Japan have a unique history of cultural exchange dating back to the 19th century.
The influx of Japanese art and culture in the late 19th century led to a movement called japonisme in France. [ more ]
Wine Enthusiast
1 week ago
Writing

In Paris, Happy Hour Is Taking a Bite Out of French Apero Culture

Parisians embrace American happy hour culture in bars, reflecting a shift towards more cocktail-friendly establishments. [ more ]
The Paris Review
1 week ago
Writing

Emma's Last Night - The Paris Review

Perception can be misleading - a serious individual engaged in cheerful, unexpected actions can redefine their image. [ more ]
The Wire Magazine - Adventures In Modern Music
4 months ago
Writing

Read an extract from Too Much Too Young: The 2 Tone Records Story by Daniel Rachel - The Wire

Punk and reggae were initially thought to be opposing genres, but in 1977, white musicians began incorporating reggae rhythms into their music.
Reggae provided a balm to the high-energy punk scene and created a more mixed atmosphere at concerts. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Europe politics

Shutting the door on free movement of young people is a mistake | Letters

The rejection of the EU's offer for free movement for young people has negative implications for cultural exchange and opportunities for British youth in continental Europe. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
World news

The US and China talk past each other on most issues, but at least they're still talking

Music is a universal connector, symbolizing cultural exchange, but also highlighting enduring divisions between the US and China. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
World news

As Leaders Meet, Musicians from Philadelphia Orchestra Tour China

President Biden and China's leader, Xi Jinping, have found common ground in the cultural sphere, highlighting the role of music in easing tensions.
Both leaders praised the visit by a delegation of Philadelphia Orchestra musicians to China, marking the 50th anniversary of the orchestra's 1973 visit to Beijing.
Cultural exchange can build connections between China and the United States and help refute political caricatures, but there are limits due to the heated rhetoric and intense rivalry between the two countries. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
3 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani & Hideo Nomo Featured In New Baseball Hall Of Fame Museum Exhibit

New exhibit at National Baseball Hall of Fame explores the historic ties between Japan and the United States in baseball. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Film

Moving pictures: travelling cinema takes stories of departures and dreams' to Senegal

Bringing cinema to remote areas in Africa can raise awareness about migration risks and inspire cultural exchange. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Design

Match Made in Venice: Tadao Ando and Zeng Fanzhi

The Venice Biennale is a platform where unique collaborations between artists and architects result in stunning exhibitions. [ more ]
designboom | architecture & design magazine
1 month ago
Design

a glimpse into the best of art dubai week 2024

Art as a universal positive force
Dubai as a hub for creativity and innovation [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
Design

Behind the curtain: Art Dubai looks at the Middle Eastern artists who forged links with the Soviet Union

The Soviet Union's cultural links with the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia are explored at Art Dubai Modern.
Artists from diverse backgrounds share common experiences and aspirations due to their time in the Soviet context. [ more ]
Vulture
2 months ago
Design

The Met's Tremendous Harlem Renaissance Show Redefines Modernism

Exhibition correcting historical wrongs
Reevaluating modernism through Harlem Renaissance lens [ more ]
designboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago
Design

riyadh's tuwaiq sculpture carves dimensions of movement in local granite

Annual Tuwaiq Sculpture symposium in Riyadh fosters cultural exchange through public art
30 artists from 20 countries carve sculptures from locally sourced granite, focusing on heritage, innovation, and sustainability
Exhibition theme Dimensions of Movement inspires diverse interpretations connecting artists' cultural backgrounds with the kingdom. [ more ]
Washingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 months ago
DevOps

Barbados and Panama Win DC's Embassy Chef Challenge

Embassy Chef Challenge promotes culinary diplomacy between nations.
Underdog countries Barbados and Panama won top awards with their exemplary cuisines. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Everyday cooking

How to host apero: drinks, great chat and a French cheese puff recipe

The French concept of 'apero' is a mix between pre-dinner drinks and all-night grazing.
Apero involves an evening of drinks, endless platters of food, and conversation. [ more ]
www.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
Education

Walnut Creek families set to host exchange students from Italy, Hungary

Students from Walnut Creek will meet counterparts from Italy and Hungary in March through the Sister Cities International program.
The Youth Ambassador Exchange program allows eighth-graders to visit Walnut Creek's sister cities in Italy and Hungary, fostering cultural exchange. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Europe news

Ukrainian caregivers in Italy feel affects of war from afar

Italy had a large community of Ukrainian citizens pre-2022.
Photographer Chiara Negrello documents the lives of Ukrainian caregivers in Italy. [ more ]
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