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fromBoston.com
7 hours ago

Trump's latest demand: Washington football and Cleveland baseball teams should change names back

President Donald Trump demands Washington's football team and Cleveland's baseball team revert to their old names, citing public support for the change.
US news
#immigration
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers tried to stop Spanish-sung US national anthem before SF Giants game

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers tried to stop Spanish-sung US national anthem before SF Giants game

fromSlate Magazine
18 hours ago

Carl Hiaasen Explains the Florida Mediocrity Problem

Carl Hiaasen emphasizes that the peculiarities of Florida, embodied by figures like Matt Gaetz, are no longer confined to the state but have begun influencing national politics, suggesting a concerning spread of Florida's unique brand of political culture to the rest of America.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

All those posh apartments. It's a playground for the rich': is Manchester turning into London?

Arriving in Manchester after moving up from London in 2013, I spotted something I took as a sign of how different my new life would be.
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

As I fear for my ancestral homeland Iran, I find solace in Persian music | Dellaram Vreeland

The music of the duo Zoj, featuring Gelareh Pour, has provided solace amidst the bleakness of the world, contrasting with the pain conveyed by social media algorithms.
Music
fromstupiddope.com
1 day ago

Everything You Need to Know About the Gen Z Stare and Why It's a Cultural Signal | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

The Gen Z Stare isn't just a viral trend; it's a quiet, defiant signal of generational identity. Characterized by a blank, often unblinking expression, this gaze represents both performance and social commentary.
Digital life
#art-exhibition
fromJuxtapoz
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Juxtapoz Magazine - America (Soy Yo!): Curated by Ever Velasquez @ Charlie James Gallery, Los Angeles

fromJuxtapoz
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Juxtapoz Magazine - America (Soy Yo!): Curated by Ever Velasquez @ Charlie James Gallery, Los Angeles

#new-york-city
fromForbes
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Photographer Thomas Holton Shares Intimate Narrative Of New York City Family Life To Inaugurate New Space For Baxter St At The Camera Club Of New York

fromForbes
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Photographer Thomas Holton Shares Intimate Narrative Of New York City Family Life To Inaugurate New Space For Baxter St At The Camera Club Of New York

fromSan Francisco Bay Times
4 days ago

Heritage, Evolved: When Innovation and Cultural Identity Collide - San Francisco Bay Times

Food has always meant more than just sustenance to me. It's a language, a bridge, and often, a place of belonging, especially for those of us who grew up with one foot in two worlds.
East Bay food
#bad-bunny
#linguistics
fromArchDaily
5 days ago

The Korean Hanok: Exploring Traditional Architecture's Environmental Principles

Vernacular architecture significantly addresses contemporary design challenges by utilizing locally sourced materials and construction practices that have been refined over centuries, promising sustainable solutions.
Renovation
#personal-journey
from48 hills
5 days ago
SF music

With mixed-media vibrancy, Julia LaChica conjures the collective journey - 48 hills

from48 hills
5 days ago
SF music

With mixed-media vibrancy, Julia LaChica conjures the collective journey - 48 hills

#personal-transformation
#language-policy
#urban-development
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago
Renovation

From Milan to Chicago: Architecture Now and the Leading Practices of Herzog & de Meuron, Gensler, and Heatherwick

fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago
Renovation

From Milan to Chicago: Architecture Now and the Leading Practices of Herzog & de Meuron, Gensler, and Heatherwick

fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Of Blackpink, Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters," and Assimilation

KPop Demon Hunters offers a storyline about a K-pop girl band that also acts as demon slayers, providing depth and cultural nuance that's enjoyable for families.
Los Angeles
#community
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
6 days ago

Amid crackdowns on dissent, Russia's beleaguered private museums fight to survive

Fifteen years ago, Russian billionaires contributed to international museum boards while Russia's cultural elite engaged globally. Now, private museums are struggling to survive.
Europe news
#personal-growth
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Food & drink

The one change that worked: I was such a fussy eater, it limited me now I try one new dish a week to reduce my food fear

fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Food & drink

The one change that worked: I was such a fussy eater, it limited me now I try one new dish a week to reduce my food fear

fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

Letters from Our Readers

A recent edition of the Post devoted thirty-three pages to sports, reflecting its cultural significance in New York, covering everything from the Knicks’ performance to the Subway Series.
New York City
#irish-culture
fromIndependent
1 week ago
London music

Naoise Dolan: No, I am not enjoying the 'lovely weather' - but like most Irish, I do love a good whinge about it

fromIndependent
1 week ago
London music

Naoise Dolan: No, I am not enjoying the 'lovely weather' - but like most Irish, I do love a good whinge about it

fromIndependent
1 week ago

Allison Morris: As a child, the Twelfth meant trips to Donegal, but as a reporter it has given me scars and stories to last a lifetime

The Twelfth fortnight can evoke contrasting experiences, particularly between the unionist and nationalist communities. For nationalists, it often meant holidays, while unionists participated in celebratory marches.
UK politics
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
1 week ago

snhetta & benthem crouwel reveal undulating design for house of culture in the netherlands

"The House of Culture and Governance in Delfzijl will bring together a theater, library, and town hall under one roof, conceived to respond directly to its urban context."
Renovation
#architecture
fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Renovation

From Thessaloniki to Augsburg: Architecture Now and New Project Announcements by Populous, HENN, SLA, and More

fromArchDaily
1 month ago
London startup

Lesley Lokko Launches Nomadic African Studio to Lead Architecture Workshops Across Africa

fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Renovation

From Thessaloniki to Augsburg: Architecture Now and New Project Announcements by Populous, HENN, SLA, and More

fromArchDaily
1 month ago
London startup

Lesley Lokko Launches Nomadic African Studio to Lead Architecture Workshops Across Africa

fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Made in Palestine

The Hirbawi textile factory, operating since 1961, is the last producer of the traditional Palestinian keffiyeh in Hebron, serving as a vital part of local heritage.
Film
fromVulture
1 week ago

To a Land Unknown's Destination Is Heartbreak

Director Mahdi Fleifel's film portrays the lives of Palestinian refugees, highlighting their ongoing struggle with poverty and the tenuousness of ethnic bonds amidst desperation.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I've started strutting like Liam Gallagher and the power is great indeed | Adrian Chiles

The atmosphere outside Cardiff Central was filled with anticipation as fans flocked for the Oasis reunion concert, wearing age-inappropriate clothing yet reconnecting with their youthful selves.
London music
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 week ago

Between Worlds: Christian Ruiz Berman's Art Defy Boundaries | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Ruiz Berman's paintings aren't about creating a foreground that dominates the eye, but rather about relationships-how each visual element interacts with the others to form meaning.
Arts
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

The World Chaim Grade Lost

Chaim Grade described his internal conflict, stating, "The writer inside me is a thoroughly ancient Jew, while the man inside me wants to be thoroughly modern. This is my calamity, plain and simple, a struggle I cannot win." This reflects his complex struggle between traditionalism and modernity, rooted in his observant Lithuanian upbringing and later literary aspirations.
Books
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

In 'The Last Sweet Bite,' Michael Shaikh looks at how food changes in conflict zones

When you're in the midst of seeing people going through generations of war, the lengths they will go to, to keep their food cultures alive.
Food & drink
#contemporary-art
fromAeon
1 week ago
philosophy

From rebuild to replica, architecture has a double life | Aeon Essays

The reconstruction of the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour signifies a resurgence of ideologies and reclaims sacred space in Moscow.
#feminism
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

The Spirit of Atlanta's Futuristic Era Is Back

Rich Kidz's bright melodies and boy band vibe, Yung L.A.'s slurred whisper-sing, and Young Dro's country club fashion created an upbeat, yet fantastical portrayal of life that felt unique to the Atlanta scene.
Music
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Paris museum sued for dropping Tibet references: legal documents

Four pro-Tibetan groups in France have lodged a legal complaint against the Musée Guimet, accusing it of wanting to "erase the existence of Tibet." They argue the museum's renaming of its Nepal-Tibet room to "Himalayan world" is misleading and politically charged, as it undermines Tibet's cultural identity amid ongoing tensions with Beijing over the region.
France news
#art
fromColossal
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

In a Baltimore Exhibition, the Transformative Potential of Today's Griots Emerges

fromColossal
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

In a Baltimore Exhibition, the Transformative Potential of Today's Griots Emerges

fromEater Chicago
2 weeks ago

A Downtown Taqueria Brings Mexico City Vibes to the Loop

Momento seeks to emulate Mexico's taco stands, where customers order items one at a time, allowing them to set the pace of how much they want to eat.
LA food
#travel
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Integration to emigration: Why do migrants leave Germany? DW 07/01/2025

Giannis N. felt that despite his integration, he was always seen as 'the Greek', facing stereotypes that made life in Germany toxic for him.
Germany news
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Souvankham Thammavongsa Reads Samanta Schweblin

Souvankham Thammavongsa reads and discusses "The Size of Things" by Samanta Schweblin, exploring themes and narratives within the story.
Books
#iranian-americans
fromThe Conversation
3 weeks ago

Jews were barred from Spain's New World colonies but that didn't stop Jewish and converso writers from describing the Americas

The widespread tale of Columbus being Jewish distracts from the complex, true story of Spanish Jews who engaged with the New World from the very beginning.
philosophy
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

16 Summer Books For Kids Trending On Goodreads Right Now

"Federico and the Wolf is a cute take on Little Red Riding Hood where the main character is a little boy with a red hoodie, offering rhythmic text and a smattering of Spanish words that engage young readers."
SF parents
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

The Appliance as an Expression of Material Culture

The evolution of household appliances reflects the transformation of domestic life, showcasing how modern design enhances both functionality and aesthetic experience in our homes.
Gadgets
fromAnOther
8 years ago

AnOther Read: Jonathan Anderson's Most Influential Books

Irish literature is second to none, and for me that's quite a proud thing. The writers I've chosen for Document - Samuel Beckett, James Joyce, Seamus Heaney, William Butler Yeats, Flann O'Brien and Bram Stoker - are titans of literature and they each changed literature in their own way.
London politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

My dad's death led me to China. Living in Shanghai helped me heal.

My Shanghainese father met my Mexican mother near Los Angeles in the 1970s, and I grew up speaking English and Spanish. I even chose Spanish as my minor in college.
SF parents
fromMedievalists.net
3 weeks ago

Romeyka, a parallel branch of Greek surviving in northeastern Turkey, with Ioanna Sitaridou - Medievalists.net

"The resilience of Romeyka highlights how language can survive despite external pressures, offering a window into ancient Greek structures that are otherwise lost in modern dialects."
History
fromMonotype
3 weeks ago

Human Types

In the Human Types series, leading creatives like Matthieu Salvaggio and Matteo Bologna argue that typography transcends technology, reflecting deep cultural identities and human emotions.
Graphic design
#dance
Film
fromAnOther
1 month ago

This Poetic New Film Is a Surreal Adventure Through the Tuscan Landscape

Things and Other Things creatively explores post-industrial landscapes through a dance-driven narrative of exploration and imagination.
Director Riccardo Vannuccini blends visual storytelling with dance to evoke deep emotional and cultural themes.
Film
fromAnOther
1 month ago

This Poetic New Film Is a Surreal Adventure Through the Tuscan Landscape

Things and Other Things creatively explores post-industrial landscapes through a dance-driven narrative of exploration and imagination.
Director Riccardo Vannuccini blends visual storytelling with dance to evoke deep emotional and cultural themes.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

French artist Thieb Delaporte-Richard sees World Cup poster as a love letter to L.A.

Every city, everywhere, you can see the sunset. But here, it's so unique - with no clouds and those colors.
Los Angeles
#protests
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

What the foreign flags at the LA protests really mean

Trump's military deployment in Los Angeles was prompted by protesters waving foreign flags, which he perceives as a threat.
Protesters express pride in their heritage, not allegiance to foreign nations.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

What the foreign flags at the LA protests really mean

Trump's military deployment in Los Angeles was prompted by protesters waving foreign flags, which he perceives as a threat.
Protesters express pride in their heritage, not allegiance to foreign nations.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Jackson Wang and BBC Reunite for "Life Is a Race" Capsule | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

While the collection may read like another sleek streetwear release on the surface, there's more at play beneath its carefully crafted pieces.
Fashion & style
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Adi Shankar on Castlevania, Devil May Cry, and Transforming American Animation

Season 1 is about how we all lost something as children, and we spend the rest of our lives trying to reclaim it or find it or heal from it.
Video games
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

'Labubu' is a plush toy that is causing a frenzy. Here's its origin story

Labubus are not just toys; they've become symbols of fashion trends and cultural identity, as showcased by their presence in protests and parades.
US news
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

What Makes a Boston Movie a Boston Movie?

Boston's unique cultural identity has fostered a distinct subgenre of films that portray its social complexities and locales.
Boston food
fromDeep House London
1 month ago

Kahani Brings Ghazal Poetry to the Dancefloor with 'Akhri Raat' via Indo Warehouse | Music | Deep House London

Akhri Raat merges traditional Indian vocals with electronic production, creating a haunting yet danceable experience through Sickflip's original and Kahani's emotionally rich remix.
Music
fromEater
1 month ago

Dive Into This Conch in Sauce Souskaye, the Perfect Summer Seafood Recipe

"This dish celebrates our beautiful seafood and the bright, earthy souskaye sauce is a fantastic way to enjoy conch," she says.
LA food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The play that changed my life: Daniel Kaluuya winked at me and my mum and said he acted better for us'

The visceral experience of live theatre, portrayed in Sucker Punch, was deeply impactful, making the audience feel as though they could step into the characters' roles.
London music
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
1 month ago

House of disarray

In our ambition, we attempt to alienate ourselves from our origins. Yet, the past cannot be unbound from us and we become beings of anachronism.
Fashion & style
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Outsider in an Age of Obedience

Belonging unfolds in stages from bonding instinct in infancy to complex cultural identities, but fitting in can lead to sacrificing individuality.
Relationships
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Nezza says she sang national anthem in Spanish at Dodger Stadium against team's wishes

In a video Nezza posted, she defied Dodgers' wishes, singing the anthem in Spanish during a game, emphasizing her cultural identity and the current unrest in LA.
LA Dodgers
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Brooklyn Public Library honors young writers at 2025 Teen Writing Contest & 10th Annual Ned Vizzini Teen Writing Prize

The Brooklyn Public Library celebrated the 10th Annual Ned Vizzini Teen Writing Prize, honoring talented young writers who reflect unique themes relevant to teens.
NYC parents
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago
Graphic design

For a rural arts festival, Untitled Macao takes the pastoral from pastel to kaleidoscopic

The design embraces locality while transforming rural elements into modern symbols.
It balances tradition and modernity to challenge perceptions of rural life.
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