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Black Culture, White Face: How the Internet Helped Hijack Our Culture
Source: We see the great white heist that is continuing to happen in the White House, but we missed another hijacking right at our fingertips. Black culture hasn’t just set the tone; it’s the creator of it. From fashion to food, music to memes,...
Announcing Culture Night 2025
Published: Sat 14 Jun 2025, 11:39 AM Cavan County Council is inviting artists, performers, cultural organisations, and community groups to express their interest in participating in Culture Night 2025, which takes place on Friday, September 19,...

London needs culture to be at the heart of our EU reset
Academy of St Martin in the Fields (United Archives GmbH / Alamy Stock Photo) 4 min read1 hr London is a city built on culture and culture is built on connection From ancient Roman walls that still trace the boundaries of the city to the Baroque...

WinMart unveils “Russia Corner” – a unique destination for culture and shopping
WinMart unveils “Russia Corner” – a unique destination for culture and shopping WinCommerce, a member of Masan Group, in collaboration with Magnit Group and leading distributors, launched Russia Corner at WinMart Royal City in Hanoi on June 12....

Explore Chicago uncovered: Cultural journey from Lincoln Park to beyond
Travel News Cultural hotspots to discover in Chicago (Photo credit: Instagrma) New Delhi: Chicago’s 77 diverse neighbourhoods and community areas are a testament to the city’s impactful cultural and architectural heritage, attracting travellers...

P.Ramlee: A cultural icon whose legacy continues to unite Malaysians
GEORGE TOWN: The late legendary artiste Tan Sri P. Ramlee was more than just a cultural icon; he was also a symbol of national unity whose legacy continues to unify Malaysians regardless of race, religion, or ethnicity, said Deputy National Unity...

Canada Post Stamp Pays Tribute to Inuit Cultural Guardian Julia Haogak Ogina
Canada Post is honouring Inuit cultural leader Julia Haogak Ogina with a new commemorative stamp, recognizing her lifelong commitment to preserving Inuit language, stories, and traditions. The stamp is part of the Indigenous Leaders series and...

Jia CURATED 2025: Celebrating evolving perspectives in design, art and culture
Set against Bali’s rich cultural landscape, Jia CURATED is once again preparing to showcase the breadth and diversity of Indonesia’s art and design sector. Following a well-received 2024 edition that attracted over 6,000 visitors, this year’s...
OneTime Muimbi speaks about music, faith and cultural pride
Tshivenda artist OneTime Muimbi. Photo supplied. Entertainment Date: 14 June 2025 In a music industry often dominated by trendy beats and fleeting fame, Tshivenda artist OneTime Muimbi stands apart — rooted in culture, driven by faith, and...
Tea-themed cultural salon held in Cairo, Egypt
By huaxia (Xinhua) 15:32, June 14, 2025 Liao Liqiang, the Chinese Ambassador to Egypt, speaks at a tea-themed cultural salon in Cairo, Egypt, June 12, 2025. A tea-themed cultural salon, accompanied by a tourism promotion ceremony for east China's...

Al-Koni discusses economic cooperation and cultural exchange with Spanish Ambassador
Spanish Ambassador to Libya, Javier Soria, has met with Presidential Council member Musa Al-Koni to discuss strengthening economic and trade cooperation between Libya and Spain, as well as promoting cultural exchange. According to a statement...
China grassroots football league kicks off cultural tourism boom
Players of Yangzhou team greet supporters after winning the 3rd round match between Changzhou team and Yangzhou team at the 2025 Jiangsu Football City League (JSCL) in Changzhou, east China's Jiangsu Province, May 31, 2025. (Xinhua) NANJING, June...

Sigi's Lake Lindu Festival returns to elevate local culture, economy
Sigi (ANTARA) - The Sigi District Government in Central Sulawesi has announced that the 2025 Lake Lindu Festival (FDL) is one of the efforts to preserve the region's local culture. Sigi District Head Moh Rizal Intjenae announced that the Lake...
Here’s How Maltina Celebrated Culture and Connection at Ojude Oba
Over the years, Ojude Oba (i.e., “the king’s forecourt”) has made a name for itself as one of Nigeria’s most storied festivals, attracting both local and international attention for its elegantly dressed regberegbe age groups, proud indigenes...

Glastonbury weekend festival in Woolwich to celebrate arts and culture
The Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair is celebrating its 10th anniversary with The Summer Edition, a new event at Woolwich Works, running from Friday, June 27 to Sunday, June 29. The celebration aims to attract a diverse crowd, including new...

#MeToo isn’t over: workplace culture still needs our attention
Opinion The headlines may have moved on, but the work of reckoning with toxic workplace cultures is far from over. Last month’s news of a $9.5 million settlement paid to 155 women who worked at the City of Leduc, Alta., over the past two decades...

Hindustani vocalist makes a cultural statement with his labour of love
Mangaluru: In a musical homage to the late playback legend S.P. Balasubrahmanyam (SPB), a singer from Mangaluru has etched his name into the Golden Book of World Records by rendering SPB’s iconic songs for a full 24 hours without a break—well,...

Meet Ghana’s fantasy coffin makers: A glimpse into a joy-filled funeral culture
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Sri Sri Ravi Shankar called Bollywood a haven for ‘drugs and alcohol’, accused film industry of ‘attacking culture of the country’
Bollywood has always been a polarising industry. While several people have criticsed the ‘dark side’ of the film industry, many who earn their livelihoods from the movies have mounted a defence. The spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, who has...

'Storybook' for summer: Seattle's Moira Macdonald mixes romance, comedy and pop culture in perfect vacation read
If You Go If You Go Moira Macdonald What: The author of “Storybook Ending” in Northwest Passages conversation with Jamie Ford When: 7 p.m. June 24 Where: Gonzaga University, Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center Recital Hall, 211 E. Desmet Ave....