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1 day ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - "Los Encuentros" Brings Together 5 Latinx Artists in Group Exhibition @ Ballroom Marfa

The artists of Los Encuentros are dedicated to community collaboration and the representation of Latinx culture to confront the accessibility of art spaces, colonial art histories, the conditions of labor, and lived experience.
Arts
fromIndieWire
1 day ago

Does Iranian Cinema Construct Its Own Cinematic Veil for Women? Pulling Back Hijab in Recent Films

In Iran, hijab constitutes a central part of patriarchal structure, where women are defined through the hijab, reducing them from subjects to objects.
Women
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 days ago

Bank of England's call for banknote design ideas builds on a history of cash as art

Victoria Cleland, the bank's chief cashier, describes the notes-which bear her signature-as "little pieces of art in our pocket." Banknotes serve as a symbolic representation of our collective national identity and an opportunity to celebrate the UK.
UK news
#video-games
fromMail Online
2 days ago

Those who spot the Loch Ness Monster are telling the truth, study says

The study found that only a small number of sightings described the stereotypical looped body of Nessie, suggesting that most witnesses are truthful in their experiences.
Science
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

New downtown San Jose event celebrates Latin American art, culture

MACLA explores Chicano and Latino history through performing and visual arts. Its mission is to make Latinx artists, culture and community visible through art.
Music
#colonialism
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
Arts

Barometers of empire: Klimt, colonial reverie, and the portrait that refuses to be forgotten | amNewYork

fromItsnicethat
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

40Mustaquel's future-facing publications are "skeptical of design boundaries"

fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
Arts

Barometers of empire: Klimt, colonial reverie, and the portrait that refuses to be forgotten | amNewYork

fromItsnicethat
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

40Mustaquel's future-facing publications are "skeptical of design boundaries"

fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

'Stop undervaluing our food.' New Fairfax restaurant showcases Afro-Caribbean fine dining

"I knew how diverse and how flavorful and how impactful this cuisine could be if executed in this modern way that Adrian [Forte] has taken it to."
LA food
#history
#diversity
from48 hills
1 month ago
Independent films

A real San Franciscan tells the city like it is in 'What'chu Mixed With?' - 48 hills

from48 hills
1 month ago
Independent films

A real San Franciscan tells the city like it is in 'What'chu Mixed With?' - 48 hills

#music
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Critics may sniff at Ed Sheeran's Persian fusion hit Azizam but we Iranians love it

Ed Sheeran's song 'Azizam' resonates emotionally with Iranians, celebrating their culture and language.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Critics may sniff at Ed Sheeran's Persian fusion hit Azizam but we Iranians love it

Ed Sheeran's song 'Azizam' resonates emotionally with Iranians, celebrating their culture and language.
fromQNS
3 weeks ago

New York bill sets stage for statewide AANHPI history in public schools - QNS

The AANHPI Education Equity Act seeks to enhance teaching of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history in New York public schools.
NYC politics
#comedy
fromHarvard Gazette
3 weeks ago

From 'joyous' to 'erotically engaged' to 'white-hot angry' - Harvard Gazette

Burt notes that queer lyric poetry reflects the intricate patterns of queer life, showcasing a diverse emotional and stylistic range among poets spanning generations.
SF LGBT
#community-events
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The best US exhibitions and art events for Pride month 2025

Art venues across the U.S. are actively celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride month despite societal pushbacks, showcasing creativity and community support.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The best US exhibitions and art events for Pride month 2025

Art venues across the U.S. are actively celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride month despite societal pushbacks, showcasing creativity and community support.
#gaming
Portland food
fromEater Twin Cities
1 month ago

As an Indigenous Barbecue Restaurant Takes Shape, Owamni's Founder Has Even Bigger Moves on the Horizon

Chef Sean Sherman is launching Šhotá Indigenous BBQ, enhancing Indigenous culinary representation in the Twin Cities.
Portland food
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Disney Has Asian American Culture Hidden in Plain Sight-How to Find the Best Eats, Experiences, and More

Disneyland served as a bridge for my Asian American identity, ultimately fostering cultural connections and inclusivity.
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago

Dexter McLean's series gives voice to the "forgotten" members of Jamaican society

Through the series, Dexter explores an alternative reality - one where he hadn't moved to Britain as a child. "I always heard about School of Hope because if I wasn't in the UK, I would be attending the same school," Dexter explains.
UK news
Social media marketing
fromForbes
1 month ago

Micro-Influencers: The Secret To Engaging Multicultural Audiences

Connecting with multicultural audiences requires tailored messages rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Micro-influencers can be more impactful than larger influencers in engaging multicultural demographics.
Portland food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Seattle Is The Home Of Unapologetically Asian Craft Beers - Tasting Table

Asian-owned breweries represent only 2% of U.S. breweries, yet they are enriching the craft beer scene.
Seattle boasts notable Asian-owned breweries like Lucky Envelope and Ladd and Lass, contributing distinct flavors.
Independent films
fromVanity Fair
1 month ago

Tribeca Goes All In With Docs On Gloria Steinem, Barbara Walters, and Andy Kaufman

Tribeca Film Festival has established itself as a leading platform for documentaries, emphasizing social issues and community representation.
fromTheartnewspaper
1 month ago

A rare dining set by Claude Lalanne and a childhood portrait of the Dalai Lama: our pick of the June auctions

Claude Lalanne's 'Ginkgo' dining suite, the first complete set, is valued between £700,000 to £1.05m and reflects rising auction interest in her work.
Paris food
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

One day I overheard my boss saying: just put it in ChatGPT': the workers who lost their jobs to AI

The introduction of AI hosts at Radio Krakow has raised ethical concerns about representation and the authenticity of human experiences in journalism.
#cambodian-cuisine
fromDaily News
1 month ago
LA food

Cambodian American chefs are finding success and raising their culture's profile. On their terms

fromDaily News
1 month ago
LA food

Cambodian American chefs are finding success and raising their culture's profile. On their terms

#disney
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Not everybody spoke posh' in Jane Austen's era, says top producer

Tranter emphasized that when actors don period costumes, they often revert to speaking in posh accents, ignoring the diversity of voices from that era.
London politics
Relationships
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Mary Calvi talks to author Alexis Daria about her new romance "Along Came Amor"

Daria's latest book concludes a series focused on culturally rich, Bronx-set romance, highlighting personal growth and familial relationships.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Brazilian tribe sues New York Times for allegedly portraying members as porn addicts

The Marubo tribe's lawsuit against the New York Times highlights their portrayal in media as morally and socially declining due to internet exposure, which they claim is defamatory.
Media industry
#san-jose
#identity
Photography
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

A Long, Hard Look at America

The article compares two contrasting artworks representing American culture and conquest, highlighting themes of identity and cultural representation.
Photography
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

A Long, Hard Look at America

The article compares two contrasting artworks representing American culture and conquest, highlighting themes of identity and cultural representation.
Music
fromTheartnewspaper
1 month ago

Out of this world: Artangel concept album celebrates space-bound 12-inch record with new audio-visual works

The Golden Record remains an emblem of humanity's effort to communicate beyond Earth, inspiring modern projects like Earth Rising.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

stupidDOPE now in Urdu! Trending global content, now in your language | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

stupidDOPE is now accessible in over 100 languages, including Urdu, allowing a broader audience to engage with their culturally rich and diverse content.
Social media marketing
fromVulture
1 month ago

The Real Housewives of Atlanta Recap: Mother Knows Best

Seeing any woman, particularly a Black woman, establish herself as independently wealthy without the help of a spouse or parent is admirable... This sentiment is a commonality in virtually every Atlanta Housewife's personal story.
Relationships
Design
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Embassy of the State of Kuwait / Architectkidd

The Kuwait Embassy in Brunei integrates values like cooperation and openness through abstract design, enhancing the space's functionality and public engagement.
#controversy
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

What we should be talking about when we see Snow White | Eva Wiseman

The new Snow White film highlights the horror of aging amidst numerous controversies and debates over casting and cultural representation.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

What we should be talking about when we see Snow White | Eva Wiseman

The new Snow White film highlights the horror of aging amidst numerous controversies and debates over casting and cultural representation.
Women in technology
fromColossal
1 month ago

'Wonder Women' Celebrates the Dazzling Figurative Work of Asian Diasporic Artists

Kathy Huang's Wonder Women exhibitions ambitiously spotlight the work of Asian women and nonbinary artists, addressing racism and underrepresentation.
#art
Arts
fromTheartnewspaper
2 months ago

Tschabalala Self sculpture of two Black lovers will adorn exterior of New Museum when it reopens

Tschabalala Self's 'Art Lovers' sculpture will debut at the New Museum's expansion, depicting a Black couple to symbolize love and community.
fromARTnews.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Why Does Thomas J. Price's Monumental Statue of a Black Woman in Times Square Make People So Mad?

Arts
fromTheartnewspaper
2 months ago

Tschabalala Self sculpture of two Black lovers will adorn exterior of New Museum when it reopens

Tschabalala Self's 'Art Lovers' sculpture will debut at the New Museum's expansion, depicting a Black couple to symbolize love and community.
fromARTnews.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Why Does Thomas J. Price's Monumental Statue of a Black Woman in Times Square Make People So Mad?

fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

4th Annual Gold House Gala celebrates AAPI excellence in Hollywood

"This is my family. We've known each other for so long. There's so many people here, so to see it grow to this level is amazing," said Chu.
Golden State Warriors
fromAdweek
2 months ago

Real Investment in AANHPI Consumers Is a $1.9T Opportunity

AANHPI representation has had fleeting moments, often offensive and inconsistent, displaying biases about who is seen and whose stories are told.
Marketing tech
Black Lives Matter
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

A Beloved, Controversial Book Is Now a Netflix Series. There's a Radical Change.

Judy Blume's Forever is reimagined for a modern Black teen audience in a Netflix adaptation, offering relatable narratives for young people today.
fromVulture
2 months ago

No, Lisa Wasn't Wearing Rosa Parks Underwear at the Met Gala

The figure featured in Lisa's Louis Vuitton look is not Rosa Parks, but one of Henry's neighbors, confirming the personal connections in Taylor's artwork, not historical figures.
Black Lives Matter
#fashion
Fashion & style
fromBustle
2 months ago

Face The Difference: Celebrating Asian Pacific Beauty

The Face the Difference photoshoot celebrates Asian Pacific beauty through storytelling and representation of diverse backgrounds.
This project highlights the importance of cultural identity and personal journeys in defining beauty.
Fashion & style
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Met Gala

2025 Met Gala theme centers on Black style and tailoring, marking a significant focus on menswear since 2003.
Fashion & style
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

What is the 2025 Met Gala theme? "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" explained

The 2025 Met Gala theme celebrates Black style and dandyism, focusing on tailored fashion and its historical significance.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
2 months ago

Face The Difference: Celebrating Asian Pacific Beauty

The Face the Difference photoshoot celebrates Asian Pacific beauty through storytelling and representation of diverse backgrounds.
This project highlights the importance of cultural identity and personal journeys in defining beauty.
Fashion & style
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How this year's Met Gala exhibit explores the history of Black dandyism

The Metropolitan Museum of Art included Brooklyn designer Jacques Agbobly in its exhibit showcasing Black designers for the first time.
Fashion & style
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

New Met Gala exhibit 'Superfine' gives voice to emerging Black designers

The exhibit "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" exclusively highlights Black designers, marking a significant moment in fashion history and representation.
Fashion & style
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

K-pop stars rocked the Met Gala red carpet. One of them did something distinctly different with his outfit.

S.Coups showcased national pride by wearing a modern hanbok-inspired outfit at the 2025 Met Gala.
Fashion & style
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Met Gala

2025 Met Gala theme centers on Black style and tailoring, marking a significant focus on menswear since 2003.
Fashion & style
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

What is the 2025 Met Gala theme? "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" explained

The 2025 Met Gala theme celebrates Black style and dandyism, focusing on tailored fashion and its historical significance.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Dinah Jane Said She Was Encouraged To "Tuck" Her Ethnicity "Away" During Her Fifth Harmony Days

Coming from a girl group, we're all super ethnic; we range from all over.
Music production
Independent films
from48 hills
2 months ago

CAAMFest 2025 spotlights 'Boat People,' 'Yellowface,' 'Chinatown Cha Cha' - 48 hills

CAAMFest 2025 showcases Asian American stories in response to rising anti-Asian hate and political exclusion.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

What stereotypical MEN around the world look like, according to AI

If you were asked to visualize a stereotypical British man, what would you think of? According to AI, the answer is an overweight man wearing a football shirt.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Helena Bell obituary

Helena Bell believed that all theatre should be political, dedicating her life to unearthing stories from silenced writers, regardless of class, race, gender or sexuality.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Paris-based thriller offers fresh inside take on French-Tamil community

Lawrence Valin aims to portray a new representation of the Tamil community in France, moving away from stereotypes of migrants to present new role models for youth.
France politics
#television
Independent films
fromItsnicethat
2 months ago

Suzy Chan's handwritten film titles channel emotional tone through delicate, calligraphic forms

Suzy emphasizes respect and empathy in portraying Somali culture in her film design.
Independent films
fromVulture
2 months ago

Sinners Is Bold, Ambitious, and Just Misses Greatness

The South is integral to America's identity, often misrepresented, especially regarding its Black communities and history.
fromDeep House London
2 months ago

South Asian Electronic Music Collective Indo Warehouse's Historic Debut Rewrites the Coachella Script | News | Deep House London

"Indo Warehouse made its highly anticipated and historic debut as the first-ever South Asian electronic music collective to perform at Coachella, showcasing a groundbreaking cultural movement."
Fashion & style
Miami Heat
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

The 44 Percent: WNBA draft, Black dandyism, NAACP lawsuit and more

The WNBA draft needs better promotion to elevate women's stories and increase viewership.
Film
fromVulture
2 months ago

Fatma Hassona, Palestinian Protagonist of Cannes Film, Killed in Missile Strike

Fatma Hassona, a young photojournalist in Gaza, was killed shortly before the premiere of the documentary that highlighted her life.
Sepideh Farsi's documentary on Palestinian life in war had a tragic turn when her collaborator was killed.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Warfare Review: Bad Memories

“Films about the Vietnam War encapsulated American angst, showcasing disillusionment through narratives like Apocalypse Now and The Deer Hunter, from both personal and societal perspectives.”},{
Film
Film
fromKqed
2 months ago

The Elders Are the Real Heroes in New Dramedy 'The Wedding Banquet'

The modern remake of The Wedding Banquet explores the challenges faced by same-sex couples navigating identity and relationships against societal expectations.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Molly Ringwald calls 'The Breakfast Club' 'very white': It 'doesn't represent our world today'

"I personally don't believe in remaking that movie, because I think this movie is very much of its time."
Film
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Bed-Stuy artist designs FIFA poster for NY/NJ

Rich Tu designed the 2026 FIFA World Cup poster featuring iconic NYC symbols and cultural references.
The poster design includes the Statue of Liberty and sampaguitas, celebrating local and Filipino heritage.
Video games
fromVG247
2 months ago

It's heartbreak for the haters as Assassin's Creed Shadows revealed as second best-selling game in US behind Monster Hunter Wilds

Assassin's Creed Shadows is a commercial success, defying pre-release criticism and achieving strong sales in the US.
Despite prior challenges, Ubisoft has rekindled economic viability with Assassin's Creed Shadows.
#contemporary-art
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

New Medieval Books: Cinema Medievalia - Medievalists.net

The book explores modern portrayals of the Middle Ages in cinema through a collection of essays examining numerous films.
fromArchitectural Digest
3 months ago

Studio KO and Beni Rugs Are a Match Made in Heaven

In our collaboration with Beni, we aimed to showcase how Western aesthetics can harmoniously intersect with Morocco's rich artisanal heritage, emphasizing cultural dialogue.
Arts
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 months ago

Oregon Shakespeare Festival strikes gold with a pair of plays about Black life * Oregon ArtsWatch

Mabry's performance as Juicy re-envisions muscularity to make room for questions that are often avoided for fear of looking weak, but that only the strong can face.
SF LGBT
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

I spent six years just repeating dots and lines': the great painter Arpita Singh on a lifetime in art

Arpita Singh's exhibition at Serpentine is a notable first but she prioritizes her art over public accolades.
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