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The Spirit of Christmas in a Word

The names associated with Christmas reflect a rich linguistic and cultural evolution influenced by Old Norse, Old French, and Latin.
#fashion

AlphaStyle's "United Society" Collection: A Fusion of Fashion, Unity, and Sustainability | stupidDOPE

AlphaStyle's 'United Society' collection merges fashion with values of inclusivity and sustainability.
The brand connects diverse cultural influences to create a shared narrative in fashion.

From Dopamine Dressing to Shaking Up the System: Emma Slade Edmondson & Nicole Ocran Share Their Style Journeys

The launch of The Half of It marks a successful collaboration exploring the mixed-race experience through a podcast and a book.

AlphaStyle's "United Society" Collection: A Fusion of Fashion, Unity, and Sustainability | stupidDOPE

AlphaStyle's 'United Society' collection merges fashion with values of inclusivity and sustainability.
The brand connects diverse cultural influences to create a shared narrative in fashion.

From Dopamine Dressing to Shaking Up the System: Emma Slade Edmondson & Nicole Ocran Share Their Style Journeys

The launch of The Half of It marks a successful collaboration exploring the mixed-race experience through a podcast and a book.
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#art-exhibitions

Jean-Michel Basquiat's love of the Alps celebrated in new exhibition

Basquiat's connections to the Engadin region reveal important yet hidden aspects of his artistic journey and cultural influences.

15 exhibitions to see in New York this spring

First museum retrospective of Pacita Abad, known for 'trapunto' paintings with quilt-like textures. Amalia Mesa-Bains creates altars-influenced work.

Jean-Michel Basquiat's love of the Alps celebrated in new exhibition

Basquiat's connections to the Engadin region reveal important yet hidden aspects of his artistic journey and cultural influences.

15 exhibitions to see in New York this spring

First museum retrospective of Pacita Abad, known for 'trapunto' paintings with quilt-like textures. Amalia Mesa-Bains creates altars-influenced work.
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Ambika survived years of her brother's abuse. That her parents turned a blind eye remains a source of great pain | Ahona Guha

Sibling-to-sibling abuse is common yet often overlooked, requiring more awareness and research, especially in cultural contexts.
#brooklyn

The Best Dessert Shops in Brooklyn - Brooklyn Magazine

Celebrating life's moments often involves indulging in sweet treats, especially around festive occasions like Thanksgiving.

Five Fits With: Rapper and Menswear Aficionado Goya Gumbani

Goya Gumbani reflects on his musical journey from Brooklyn to London, emphasizing the impact of environment and community on his artistry.

The Best Dessert Shops in Brooklyn - Brooklyn Magazine

Celebrating life's moments often involves indulging in sweet treats, especially around festive occasions like Thanksgiving.

Five Fits With: Rapper and Menswear Aficionado Goya Gumbani

Goya Gumbani reflects on his musical journey from Brooklyn to London, emphasizing the impact of environment and community on his artistry.
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#new-york-city

Nine design-foward restaurant interiors in New York City

New restaurants in NYC are redefining dining spaces with innovative designs and cultural influences post-pandemic.
The resurgence of NYC's restaurant scene emphasizes unique architectural facets that enhance the dining experience.

Cowboy Hats and Koi Fish Photos? There's a Reason.

Andrew Torrey transformed his New York apartment into a Western wonderland reminiscent of his rural Kansas upbringing.

Nine design-foward restaurant interiors in New York City

New restaurants in NYC are redefining dining spaces with innovative designs and cultural influences post-pandemic.
The resurgence of NYC's restaurant scene emphasizes unique architectural facets that enhance the dining experience.

Cowboy Hats and Koi Fish Photos? There's a Reason.

Andrew Torrey transformed his New York apartment into a Western wonderland reminiscent of his rural Kansas upbringing.
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Empathy in Teens: Unraveling the Adolescent Brain's Emotions

Teen brains show lower empathy but higher activation, suggesting compensatory mechanisms.
Cultural influences shape empathic responses in adolescents.
Understanding teen empathy development helps parents and educators support emotional growth.
Future research may lead to targeted interventions for improving social skills.

Kids made fun of my unusual name growing up. It shaped my personality, and I've embraced it.

My unexpected birth led to a unique name choice amidst familial dynamics.
The struggle over my name reflected broader themes of individuality versus conformity, influenced by my family's perspectives.

Inside the warm and fuzzy animated world of Juan R Lage

Juan R Lage's animations blend traditional drawing with digital art, exploring themes of movement, fantasy, and everyday objects.

Discovery of lost Oscar Wilde books hailed a 'miracle'

The discovery of three previously lost books owned by Oscar Wilde provides vital insights into LGBTQ+ history and the author's influences.

Anitta Mesmerizes the Weeknd, and 8 More New Songs

The Weeknd's latest song merges Brazilian funk elements with emotional lyrics, featuring strong contributions from Anitta and Naisha Bhargabi.

I have plenty of rhythm when I rap, but not so much when I have sex': Professor Green's honest playlist

Music can evoke strong emotions and memories, shaping our experiences throughout life.

These Are the Most Painful Women's Beauty Customs in History

Cultural beauty standards have often led to harmful practices that jeopardize women's health.
Historical beauty practices reveal the extent of societal pressures on women's appearances.

Via Munch, Van Gogh and Durer, this Helsinki exhibition captures the enduring power of the Gothic imagination

Gothic influences pervade modern culture, evident in art and media, reflecting a continuous dialogue with the Medieval past.

What Makes Oklahoma-Style Chili Unique? - Tasting Table

Oklahoma chili is characterized by a lack of a standard recipe, showcasing diversity and personal preference in its preparation.

SAVAGE LOVE: Top Five

The complexity of relationships, especially with someone facing societal and personal pressures, can challenge one's patience and emotional well-being.

What's the best Star Wars game that isn't even a Star Wars game? You may have played it years ago...

The podcast explores the essence of Star Wars by discussing non-Star Wars games that embody similar themes.
Debate around 'the best Star Wars game that isn't a Star Wars game' is a central theme.

It's Above Par: Revelry Brings Inspiration from Around to Tablescapes and Spaces

Purvi Padia blends her Indian roots and global travel experiences to create inviting environments that transform gatherings into familial experiences.

I'm from Poland. Why does Europe still make me feel like a second-class citizen? | Olga Mecking

A personal reflection on European identity and cultural influences.
#food-culture

New York Pizza Is an Evolution in Four Acts

New York's pizza evolution reflects cultural influences and city dynamics.

I Returned to My Hometown of Houston - and Discovered Some of the Country's Best Restaurants

Returning to one's hometown can reveal deep connections to identity and creativity rooted in upbringing.
Exploring a diverse food scene involves appreciating traditional and contemporary aspects in balancing cultural influences.

New York Pizza Is an Evolution in Four Acts

New York's pizza evolution reflects cultural influences and city dynamics.

I Returned to My Hometown of Houston - and Discovered Some of the Country's Best Restaurants

Returning to one's hometown can reveal deep connections to identity and creativity rooted in upbringing.
Exploring a diverse food scene involves appreciating traditional and contemporary aspects in balancing cultural influences.
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New York Pizza Is an Evolution in Four Acts

New York pizza has evolved due to Italian immigration, cultural influences, and technological advancements.

The challenges of Asian women in STEM and how to meet them (opinion)

Mentors of Asian descent play a crucial role in the career development of students in academia.

Palestinian-Chilean singer Elyanna: I'm passionate about my culture'

Elyanna, a Palestinian-Chilean singer, blends Arab pop, EDM, jazz, and Latin rhythms to create mesmerizing music with strong cultural influences.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Yoshitomo Nara Receives Massive Retrospective @ Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

Yoshitomo Nara is a celebrated artist known for his bold, cartoon-like images of children that reflect his inner thoughts and emotions.

There are lots of us who hover on margins, who are not quickly definable': my life as a so-called stealth Jew'

It is a complicated time to be a British Jew or a Jew of the global diaspora, with diverse and sometimes conflicting cultural influences and identities.
#inspiration

Juxtapoz Magazine - Katherine Bernhardt: Everlasting Butter

Katherine Bernhardt's art punctuates scenes with effervescent freshness, drawing inspiration from worldwide cultures and everyday objects like butter and Dutch wax prints.

The 'Gentle Geometry' Of Wood Reflecting Cultures Through Sculptures By Aleph Geddis - Yanko Design

Aleph Geddis' work blends traditional craftsmanship, modernist aesthetics, and a fascination with fundamental structures.
His sculptures merge influences from different cultures and artistic traditions, resulting in a global and timeless aesthetic.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Katherine Bernhardt: Everlasting Butter

Katherine Bernhardt's art punctuates scenes with effervescent freshness, drawing inspiration from worldwide cultures and everyday objects like butter and Dutch wax prints.

The 'Gentle Geometry' Of Wood Reflecting Cultures Through Sculptures By Aleph Geddis - Yanko Design

Aleph Geddis' work blends traditional craftsmanship, modernist aesthetics, and a fascination with fundamental structures.
His sculptures merge influences from different cultures and artistic traditions, resulting in a global and timeless aesthetic.
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Dead Poets Society' Has Some Distinctly Australian Relevance

Discovering Australian director Peter Weir's influence on iconic American films like Dead Poets Society emphasizes the interconnectedness and cultural nuances between nations.

Midweek Distractions 4/10/24: A French History of the Buffet - Frenchly

Buffets are regaining popularity in France, interestingly run by Chinese-French restaurateurs, inspired by King Louis XIV's accidental invention of buffet-style dining.

How France (and Quebec, and Haiti) Built New Orleans - Frenchly

New Orleans was greatly influenced by French colonization in the late 1600s, with Quebecois settlers playing a significant role.
The French influence in New Orleans can be seen in various aspects, from street names to cultural celebrations like Mardi Gras.

soaring sculpture and banyan tree pierce oculi of sugarhouse's miami fashion store

The flagship store in Miami's Design District blends historical and cultural influences to create a unique retail space for Cult Gaia.
The store features bespoke details like a Tree of Life mural, domes inspired by the Pantheon, and sculptures that embody the brand's ethos of fantasy and timelessness.

'turning tides' traces 75 years of brazilian design at carpenters workshop gallery

Brazilian design evolution from 1940s to present showcased in exhibition
Influences of rapid economic growth, industrialization, and modernism on Brazilian design

In pictures: meet Frieze Los Angeles's menagerie of animal sculptures

Animals feature prominently in artworks at Frieze Los Angeles this year.
Artworks blend cultural influences and spiritual significance, priced at thousands of dollars.

New York's Penn Station gets "glow up" with art installation by Rico Gatson

A new art installation called 'Collective Light Transfer' has been unveiled at Penn Station
The installation was created by Brooklyn artist Rico Gatson and incorporates hard edge geometry and cultural influences

The Moving Story Behind Alvaro Barrington's Monumental Tate Installation

Akinkugbe's column 'Black Gazes' explores Black perspectives in art, like Barrington's work inspired by family and cultural touchpoints.

A look inside town centre's new south Asian restaurant

GOAT restaurant, standing for Greatest of All Taste, opens in former Halifax in Upminster, emphasizing South Asian cuisine influence.
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Megan Thee Stallion: MEGAN

MEGAN showcases Megan Thee Stallion's struggle to cater to all types of fans, resulting in an uneven and crowdsourced album.

Dia de San Juan Salsa Fest in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The MACLA and San Jose Jazz outdoor festival celebrates Puerto Rican music with dancing encouraged.

A Peruvian Chef Who Tasted Success in New York Unveils a Chicago Restaurant

Kayao, a Peruvian restaurant in Chicago, pays tribute to Peru's diverse cultural influences, breaking taboos in Peruvian cuisine.
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