Pablo Larrain's 'Important Women' Trilogy Adds a Fundamental Layer to Our Historical Dialogue
Pablo Larraín's 'Important Women' trilogy explores the complexities of women's lives often overshadowed by tragedy or public persona.
Yellow Hair: George Armstrong Custer
Histories are shaped by both winners and losers, influencing narratives around figures like Custer, who is viewed controversially today.
Daily briefing: First DNA from Pompeii body casts illuminates who victims were
Investigations into Vesuvius victims have corrected historical assumptions about their identities, showcasing the value of scientific evidence in archaeology.
American sculpture: race and racism, Warsaw's Museum of Modern Art, Jusepe de Ribera in Paris - podcast
The Shape of Power exhibition challenges traditional narratives in American sculpture through a racial lens, highlighting activism and historical context.
During the American Revolution, Brits weren't just facing off against white Protestant Christians US patriots are diverse and have been since Day 1
The American Revolution was a diverse movement with significant Jewish contributions, challenging the notion of it being a solely Christian event.
Afghanistan: A Forgotten Medieval Kingdom - Medievalists.net
Afghanistan's medieval history includes a lost Kurdish kingdom that resisted Mongol control, revealing complexities often overlooked in historical narratives.
NYS Board of Regents' latest assault on education
The State Education Department's DEI initiative for America's 250th anniversary emphasizes revisionist history rather than traditional educational values, raising concerns about historical accuracy.
Is Holocaust Education Making Anti-Semitism Worse?
The growing anti-Semitism in America manifests in both overt violence and everyday humiliations experienced by Jewish individuals.
Historical exploitation of Jewish narratives undermines the struggles of current living Jews, exacerbating their sense of dread.
We retraced Captain Cook's journey along the east coast of Australia, seeking the other side of history. It was life changing
The journey revealed First Nations perspectives on Captain Cook, emphasizing truth telling and the complexity of historical narratives.
Trump's Asylum Rhetoric Is Rooted in the Mariel Boatlift
Trump's rhetoric on migrants reflects longstanding biases, linking asylum seekers with mental instability and drawing from historical immigration narratives.
When Losers Write History: Unveiling Medieval Perspectives - Medievalists.net
Incorporating the voices of the defeated enriches our understanding of history, providing a nuanced perspective beyond the narratives of the victors.
Film composed of 1,500 paintings depicting ancient Jewish civil war struggles to find an audience outside Israel
An epic Israeli film, Legend of Destruction, visualized through 1,500 oil paintings, faces challenges in gaining international attention due to political controversies surrounding Israel.
Cocktail Spotlight: The Martinez
Historical cocktail origins can be convoluted and contradictory, leading to uncertainty about the true beginnings of classic drinks like the Martinez.
Beyonce's love for the American flag raises questions for Black people
Beyonce combines Americana theme in Cowboy Carter, addressing cultural and historical narratives.
The Sympathizer', Park Chan-wook's rewrite of the Vietnam War with a touch of black comedy
Public opinion played a crucial role in shaping the narrative and outcome of the Vietnam War.
SHAHZIA SIKANDER
Shahzia Sikander's exhibition 'Collective Behavior' delves into cultural complexity and historical narratives, aiming to disrupt dominant ways of seeing and destabilize binary thinking.
egyptian pavilion chronicles an anti-colonial uprising through film at venice art biennale
Wael Shawky's Drama 1882 at the Venice Art Biennale delves into the Urabi uprising, using film and sculpture to depict historical narratives.
Inside France: Cakes, trains and restoring EU freedom of movement for Brits
EU proposing 'youth mobility scheme' for UK and EU young people, but implementation uncertain.
BWA Wrocaw: EUROPA II by Yuriy Biley - KALTBLUT Magazine
Yuriy Biley's exhibition explores historical narratives of Ukraine, Poland, and Germany through unique perspectives and themes.
Biley challenges conventional notions of geographical borders and examines shifts in political influences over three decades.
The dark side of the French Resistance: four graves in the forest
Acknowledgement of varied narratives in French Resistance history.
Importance of recognizing the involvement of different groups in fighting against Nazis.
What a Mughal Princess Can Teach Us About Feminist History
Feminist history aims to uncover marginalized experiences and challenge traditional narratives.
Feminist historians seek to excavate erased subjects and diversify historical perspectives.
In My Mother's Archive | David A. Bell
Mother's life before birth more complex than thought
Female perspective often overlooked in historical narratives
10 New Children's and YA Books with Indigenous Representation
Indigenous life depicted in picture, middle grade, and YA books through various lenses.
Stories exploring ancestral land, cultural significance, and historical connections.
They didn't dwell on it they felt so many had suffered more': Mishal Husain on her family history and the partition of India
Mishal Husain's unparalleled professional preparedness and personal warmth shine through, making complex historical narratives accessible.
Remembrance exhibition for the women of fought against the Nazis
Highlighting women's resistance roles in WWII through art
The 10 Books You Should Be Reading This July
July book recommendations cover rich historical narratives and diverse genres.
We're writing history': Spanish women tackle Wikipedia's gender gap
Wikipedia content gender gap is being addressed by groups dedicated to publishing content focused on women.