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Trump Fan Tries To Start DADDY TRUMP! DADDY TRUMP!' Chant On Rally Line Is Left Hanging

Crowd dynamics at Trump rallies can shift significantly with media engagement, showcasing the power of encouragement in rallying supporter chants.

From Form's Amsterdam Museum Night campaign is a portal to another dimension

The campaign's visuals emphasize human movement, inspired by historical photographic techniques but executed with modern technology.
The use of stop-motion allowed for creative flexibility in presenting movement.

Haegue Yang review a must-see show if the slats of venetian blinds make you cry

Haegue Yang's retrospective challenges the viewer to find meaning in chaos and questions the relevance of grand narratives in today's complex world.
#fashion

Is This What Female Strength Looks Like?

Fashion shows reveal evolving interpretations of female strength and power
Exploration of women's empowerment through traditional masculine garments
The role of myth and sports in shaping contemporary fashion narratives

Will Rebecca Ferguson Win the Met Gala Mother'-Off?

Met Gala stands apart from standard fashion events due to its unique and extravagant nature.

Is This What Female Strength Looks Like?

Fashion shows reveal evolving interpretations of female strength and power
Exploration of women's empowerment through traditional masculine garments
The role of myth and sports in shaping contemporary fashion narratives

Will Rebecca Ferguson Win the Met Gala Mother'-Off?

Met Gala stands apart from standard fashion events due to its unique and extravagant nature.
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#generational-differences

How You Finish These Song Lyrics Says SO MUCH About Your Age

Cultural references shaped by age influence responses to song lyrics, showcasing generational differences in music nostalgia.

To watch is to yearn for a different world: how The West Wing made politics feel glorious

Rose's unexpected reference to The West Wing highlights generational gaps in cultural touchstones amidst a tense family apocalypse scenario.

How You Finish These Song Lyrics Says SO MUCH About Your Age

Cultural references shaped by age influence responses to song lyrics, showcasing generational differences in music nostalgia.

To watch is to yearn for a different world: how The West Wing made politics feel glorious

Rose's unexpected reference to The West Wing highlights generational gaps in cultural touchstones amidst a tense family apocalypse scenario.
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Would you row across the Atlantic with someone like me? I certainly wouldn't | Adrian Chiles

Humorous figures of speech effectively illustrate the competency and quirks of footballers, blending insight with entertainment.

WHY AM I SO SINGLE? Garrick Theatre

Marlow and Moss capture Gen Z's spirit in musical theatre with their engaging production, blending self-referential humor and emotional performances.
#nostalgia

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Is Too Much Nostalgia And Too Little Substance

Nostalgia drives movie trends, but sequels struggle to renew the emotional engagement of original films. Beetlejuice's sequel exemplifies this challenge.

Martin Mull (RIP) Satirically Interviews a Young Tom Waits on Fernwood 2 Night (1977)

References to 70s television need contextualization for younger generations as iconic shows and characters may fade from memory.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Is Too Much Nostalgia And Too Little Substance

Nostalgia drives movie trends, but sequels struggle to renew the emotional engagement of original films. Beetlejuice's sequel exemplifies this challenge.

Martin Mull (RIP) Satirically Interviews a Young Tom Waits on Fernwood 2 Night (1977)

References to 70s television need contextualization for younger generations as iconic shows and characters may fade from memory.
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#history

The Good Life visits Denham Station

Denham Station, featured in The Good Life, retains much of its original charm despite modern updates, bridging past and present.

Which announcement was inspired by Elvis's refusal to do encores? The Saturday quiz

Kaiser Wilhelm II was Queen Victoria's eldest grandchild, significantly impacting European history during the early 20th century.

The Good Life visits Denham Station

Denham Station, featured in The Good Life, retains much of its original charm despite modern updates, bridging past and present.

Which announcement was inspired by Elvis's refusal to do encores? The Saturday quiz

Kaiser Wilhelm II was Queen Victoria's eldest grandchild, significantly impacting European history during the early 20th century.
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The overlooked virtues of a crowded world

Techno-humanism champions human flourishing and reveres human accomplishments, contrasting sharply with today's anti-humanist sentiments.

Donald now promises "Every day will be filled with opportunity, hope, and joy," because undercoating

Trump's rallies evoke nostalgic 1980s culture, clashing with current political themes of hope and joy against a backdrop of anger and fear.

Adam by Gboyega Odubanjo review in memory of the missing

A debut collection by Gboyega Odubanjo, completed posthumously, explores a powerful and distorted version of Genesis using the tragic story of Adam found in the Thames.

The Highs, Low, and Whoas of the 2024 Olympic Opening Ceremony

The 2024 Paris Olympics are highlighted by Simone Biles' dominance, Sha'Carri Richardson's expected excellence, and intriguing moments like the Opening Ceremony's unique storyline.

natural sheep wool soundproofs multipurpose felt screen by uderbekov daniyar

Uderbekov Daniyar introduces soundproofing wool felt screen.

Shahzia Sikander transforms time into a medium

The artist Shahzia Sikander merges past, present, and possible in her visual language, challenging societal perceptions and reflecting global historic influences.

petrit halilaj's doodle sculptures evoke childhood memories at the MET museum rooftop

Childhood drawings inspire metal sculptures at the MET by Petrit Halilaj.

Five of the best science fiction and fantasy books of 2023

Conquest is a detective story with elements of science fiction, conspiracy theories, and various cultural references.
Him is a historical fiction novel that also incorporates science fiction and explores the concept of the multiverse.

MaXXXine Is a Limp Close to Ti West's Trilogy of Terror: Review

Ti West's new slasher film 'MaXXXine' explores the challenges faced by a former porn star navigating the Hollywood scene in the 1980s.
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