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'Our artists are lights in the dark': as war rages in Lebanon, Beirut's galleries find refuge at Frieze

Lebanese galleries participating in Frieze London highlight art's role as a platform for expression amid ongoing conflict in Lebanon.

'As long as we can work, we will': Lebanon galleries re-open following Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

Two galleries in Lebanon have re-opened after a ceasefire, signaling a cautious return of cultural activities amid ongoing tensions.

In Lebanon, many galleries have closed, and staff and artists have fled-but others are carrying on

Lebanon's art scene continues to strive for survival and creativity amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.

'Our artists are lights in the dark': as war rages in Lebanon, Beirut's galleries find refuge at Frieze

Lebanese galleries participating in Frieze London highlight art's role as a platform for expression amid ongoing conflict in Lebanon.

'As long as we can work, we will': Lebanon galleries re-open following Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

Two galleries in Lebanon have re-opened after a ceasefire, signaling a cautious return of cultural activities amid ongoing tensions.

In Lebanon, many galleries have closed, and staff and artists have fled-but others are carrying on

Lebanon's art scene continues to strive for survival and creativity amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
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Soft medium, hard truths - National Endowment for the Arts recognizes a Navajo quilter

Susan Hudson's quilt 'Standing Strong In The Face of Genocide' addresses the historical trauma of Native American children in boarding schools.

Native American Museum Cafes Preserve Tradition, Embrace Innovation

Indigenous food serves as a vital connection to history, reflecting both resilience and the complexities of contemporary Indigenous identity.

Indigenous people speak out against Thanksgiving 'myth' at Day of Mourning in Plymouth

The National Day of Mourning reflects Indigenous perspectives on Thanksgiving, emphasizing grief over the historical injustices faced by Native people.

Portland's Most Exciting New Restaurants in 2024

Portland's food scene is experiencing a revival, marked by innovation and resilience amidst uncertainty.

Redline Redefined: Launch Party + Concert (Oakland)

The Redline Redefined project showcases the impact of redlining through the work of eight Bay Area artists.

Women need to be kept safe from the your body, my choice' peddlers. Here's how | Van Badham

Women are strategizing to build resilience in a troubling neo-Trumpian global landscape.
#ukraine

Despite Relentless Russian Attack, Life in Kharkiv Endures Underground

Despite the war in Ukraine, Kharkiv's opera house has found a way to continue its artistic endeavors underground.

Yesterday a missile hit. Tonight, we have poetry': the writers drawing crowds on Ukraine's frontlines

Ukrainians maintain cultural practices like poetry readings as essential solace amidst ongoing conflict.

Volta New York champions Ukrainian artists

The Ukrainian Pavilion at Volta New York highlights resilience and ongoing creativity in Ukraine amidst conflict.

Art helps us imagine a future we wish to remember': the photographer finding art in a war zone

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has led to an increase in interest and appreciation of Ukrainian culture worldwide.
A photographer and film-maker, Daoud Sarhandi-Williams, documented the street art in Kyiv during the war, resulting in a new book showcasing the vibrant visual culture of the city.

Despite Relentless Russian Attack, Life in Kharkiv Endures Underground

Despite the war in Ukraine, Kharkiv's opera house has found a way to continue its artistic endeavors underground.

Yesterday a missile hit. Tonight, we have poetry': the writers drawing crowds on Ukraine's frontlines

Ukrainians maintain cultural practices like poetry readings as essential solace amidst ongoing conflict.

Volta New York champions Ukrainian artists

The Ukrainian Pavilion at Volta New York highlights resilience and ongoing creativity in Ukraine amidst conflict.

Art helps us imagine a future we wish to remember': the photographer finding art in a war zone

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has led to an increase in interest and appreciation of Ukrainian culture worldwide.
A photographer and film-maker, Daoud Sarhandi-Williams, documented the street art in Kyiv during the war, resulting in a new book showcasing the vibrant visual culture of the city.
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Juxtapoz Magazine - American Sunrise: Indigenous Art @ Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

The exhibition highlights the beauty of Indigenous art, showcasing themes of resilience, kinship, and relationships to the land through various artistic expressions.

The new season of 'The Bachelor' in Ukraine shows the scars of war

The war in Ukraine has deeply influenced societal norms, even altering popular culture and entertainment formats like 'The Bachelor.'

Lily Gladstone produced documentary 'Sugarcane' is a tribute to Native resilience

The documentary 'Sugarcane' explores Native American resilience amidst intergenerational trauma and is relevant in light of President Biden's recent apology for boarding school injustices.

Ukrainian ballet dancers tour the U.S. and bring attention to the war back home

The National Ballet of Ukraine showcases cultural resilience during its U.S. tour, despite ongoing harassment from Russian attacks.

How one Afro-Colombian community honors their ancestry

The Yurumangui River community celebrates the Manacillos festival as an act of cultural resilience, highlighting their African heritage amidst challenges like displacement and armed conflict.

No Need For Radio / We Are The News: An Interview with the Gaza Poet Mosab Abu Toha

Mosab Abu Toha uses his poetry to grieve and keep memories alive amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

'This year is particularly special': art prize exhibition delayed by Russian invasion opens in Kyiv

The Future Generation Art Prize has been rescheduled to October 2024 due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, symbolizing resilience amid adversity.

Live Shots: Hometown crowd helps La Dona kick off national tour at Cafe du Nord - 48 hills

La Doña's concert reflected San Francisco's cultural pride and the community's support for artistic expression during challenging times.
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Despite rain, Brooklyn Book Festival makes a splash

The Brooklyn Book Festival adapted to rain by moving stages indoors, maintaining its status as a key cultural event.

In 2017, Cardiff's music scene was collapsing. What's the secret of its amazing revival?

Cardiff Music City festival highlights the city's vibrant and diverse music scene, showcasing local talents and cultural resilience through community efforts.

Despite rain, Brooklyn Book Festival makes a splash

The Brooklyn Book Festival adapted to rain by moving stages indoors, maintaining its status as a key cultural event.

In 2017, Cardiff's music scene was collapsing. What's the secret of its amazing revival?

Cardiff Music City festival highlights the city's vibrant and diverse music scene, showcasing local talents and cultural resilience through community efforts.
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A Film Festival Founded in a War Zone, Still Going Strong

The Sarajevo Film Festival symbolizes resilience and cultural solidarity born from the adversity of war during the city's siege.
#gentrification

Brooklyn? Bah. Manhattan? Meh. A New Book Calls the Bronx the City's Best Borough.

Paradise Bronx illustrates the borough's dynamic history and cultural evolution, from glacial beginnings to modern day resurgence, challenging longstanding stereotypes.

Atlanta's Resilience Takes Pride of Place at New FORTH Hotel

Atlanta evolved post-Civil War into a modern city, embracing industrial growth and enduring transformation, particularly through its urban renewal initiatives.

Brooklyn? Bah. Manhattan? Meh. A New Book Calls the Bronx the City's Best Borough.

Paradise Bronx illustrates the borough's dynamic history and cultural evolution, from glacial beginnings to modern day resurgence, challenging longstanding stereotypes.

Atlanta's Resilience Takes Pride of Place at New FORTH Hotel

Atlanta evolved post-Civil War into a modern city, embracing industrial growth and enduring transformation, particularly through its urban renewal initiatives.
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