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Conde Nast Traveler
1 week ago
Design

The New Generation of Entrepreneurs Giving Kolkata's Heritage Buildings a Fresh Start

Old estates in South Kolkata are being repurposed into trendy spaces, preserving historic splendor. [ more ]
BOOOOOOOM!
4 days ago
Design

Photographer Spotlight: Anna Ottum

Anna Ottum's photography explores the concept of the American West by focusing on elements such as rodeo and cultural identity. [ more ]
Juxtapoz
3 weeks ago
Design

Juxtapoz Magazine - Preview: Bianca Nemelc "Sing a Lovely Flower" @ Taipei Dangdai

Artists explore merging human and nonhuman worlds in gardens, challenging anthropocentric perspectives. [ more ]
99% Invisible
1 month ago
Design

The Society of Ambiance Makers and Elegant Persons - 99% Invisible

Sapeurs from Brazzaville and Kinshasa are known for their flamboyant style incorporating technicolored suits and extravagant accessories.
Sapeurs have gained global recognition, featuring in music videos and inspiring fashion lines, presenting a colorful and joyful twist on classic menswear. [ more ]
KALTBLUT Magazine
2 months ago
Design

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. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
Design

13 shows to see in and around Los Angeles during Frieze

Tim Blum's gallery, Blum & Poe, celebrates its 30th anniversary by showcasing Japanese contemporary art with a personal touch.
Contemporary Sikh Art exhibition explores notions of home and resilience within the Sikh community. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
5 days ago
Writing

Where's the best place to raise a small child: NYC, or literally anywhere else?

The author reflects on raising a child outside of their New York City cultural upbringing and the challenges of adapting to different environments. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
3 weeks ago
Writing

A Salvadoran cookbook from a major publisher is finally here. Why did it take so long?

Family stories intertwined with food can serve as a crucial link to one's cultural identity and heritage. [ more ]
The Wire Magazine - Adventures In Modern Music
1 month ago
Writing

Breath tradition: Clive Bell on shakuhachi and Shabaka - The Wire

The Japanese shakuhachi is a key focus on Shabaka Hutchings' upcoming album.
The shakuhachi has gained popularity outside Japan and is associated with strong national identity in Japan. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

The best recent poetry review roundup

Nam Le's poetry collection explores themes of anti-Asian racism, war trauma, and Vietnamese diasporic identity.
K Patrick's poetry collection touches on queer love, desire, joy, and melancholia with a Woolfian stream of consciousness style. [ more ]
Forbes
2 weeks ago
Marketing

New TikTok Study: Bicultural Consumers Expect Bicultural & Bilingual Messages On Social Media

Marketers should recognize young Hispanics as bicultural consumers and tailor messages to reflect their unique cultural identity. [ more ]
Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
2 weeks ago
Online Community Development

Advancing Culturally Competent Care for the AANHPI Community - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The diverse AANHPI community in the US faces historical discrimination and a lack of policies supporting their health and wellbeing. [ more ]
Funcheap
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

Heritage Happy Hour: Zeitgeist (SF)

Heritage Happy Hour gathers heritage professionals to safeguard San Francisco's cultural identity. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Everyday cooking

Devil prawns and cheese broth: Karla Zazueta's traditional recipes from northern Mexico

Preserving cultural identity through food and traditions despite relocation. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Everyday cooking

No rules' and riotous flavour': how to cook and eat like you're on holiday in the Philippines

Food can be a gateway to appreciating one's culture.
Filipino cuisine is often customizable and includes a variety of dipping sauces. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
Chicago

Expo Chicago aims to retain identity under new ownership

Expo Chicago remains under Frieze ownership with core attributes intact, featuring international exhibitors and a commitment to serving the Midwest art market.
Both Expo Chicago and The Armory Show maintain their unique identities with Frieze aiming for evolution, not revolution, in their enhancement. [ more ]
Eater Chicago
2 months ago
Chicago

A Mexican American-Owned Bakery in Pilsen Gets Hit With Anti-Gentrification Graffiti

Gentrification debate impacts Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Pilsen
Community rallying behind Bittersweet after vandalism incident [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Freemasons, rodeo riders and praise dancers: Black lives in the US south in pictures

Hardtack reflects personal and documentary history intertwined with love for the American South.
Fortune's photography captures the narratives of Black communities, migration, and regional identities. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Meet 4 Black academics with 4 degrees each inspiring a new generation of learners | CBC News

Representation matters in academic leadership
Believing in oneself and having a support system are crucial for success [ more ]
Truthout
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Black Existentialism Brings Philosophy to Bear on Our White Supremacist World

Black history is a constantly evolving tapestry of agency, expression, suffering, resistance, and imaginative futures.
Black existentialism is a crucial philosophical approach that offers unique insights shaped by social and historical conditions. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

A century on from Rhapsody in Blue, debates about cultural theft' rage still | Kenan Malik

Negro melodies as the foundation of American music
Debates on the relationship between high art and popular art in music [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Our world in photos: April 2

Brooklyn has nearly 2.6 million residents, making it the fourth largest city in the US if it were independent.
Brooklyn has maintained its cool and hip reputation while also being home to long-time residents and community builders. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Our world in photos: March 19

Brooklyn has nearly 2.6 million residents, making it the fourth largest city in the U.S.
Brooklyn has always been a vibrant community, not just a recent 'cool and hip' phenomenon. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
5 months ago
Brooklyn

Professor Aaron Twerski challenges NY State's alleged inequitable education policies toward yeshivas

Professor Aaron Twerski is leading a challenge against the NYS Education Department over perceived double standards in educational regulations.
The issue revolves around regulations requiring private schools to demonstrate that their secular education matches that of public schools, with yeshivas being disproportionately affected. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Education

The world's largest Maori and Pacific Island school cultural festival in pictures

Polyfest celebrates cultural identity and brings communities together.
The event attracts thousands of participants and spectators showcasing diverse cultures. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
2 months ago
Education

How did hair become part of school dress codes? Some students see vestiges of racism

School dress codes can impact cultural and religious identities.
Strict dress codes disproportionately affect students of color and disrupt learning. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Arts funding has collapsed under 14 years of Tory rule. Here are three ways Labour can fix it | Charlotte Higgins

Investment in the arts is crucial for the quality of life and economic stimulation.
Inequality in access to the arts is creating social and educational disparity. [ more ]
The New Yorker
2 months ago
Books

Who Are Latino Americans Today?

Latinos' historical presence in the US is not recent. The book aims to challenge stereotypes about Latinos. [ more ]
Mission Local
2 months ago
Mission District

A Cultural Mission visits Asian American jazz outpost

Exploring Asian-American jazz movement in unexpected venues like vegan café
Conversation-like instrumental performance with Filipino-American identity expression [ more ]
WhoWhatWear
2 months ago
Fashion & style

Our Editors Test Out the Latest Denim Looks Inspired by 3 Fashion Trends

Fashion is a significant part of culture and self-expression.
Current U.S. fashion trends include normcore, coastal cowgirl, and modern romantic styles with denim at the forefront. [ more ]
London Jazz News
2 months ago
London music

Mondays With Morgan: Rodrigo Recabarren, Pablo Menares, and Yago Vazquez - new album 'Familia'

The album Familia by Rodrigo Recabarren, Yago Vazquez, and Pablo Menares represents a blend of pan-Latin sounds and the importance of identity.
The trio's music is a genuine reflection of their friendship and shared cultural backgrounds. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
Parenting

I thought I was prepared to adopt a child - but the one thing I didn't know was the most important

Transracial parenting can create knowledge gaps in hair care for children of different racial backgrounds.
Celebrating cultural differences can help children develop a strong sense of identity, benefiting them psychologically, academically, and socially. [ more ]
BBC News
3 months ago
Music

Bollywood meets Beyonce: 'Brown artists can be mainstream too'

South Asian music struggles to make mainstream impact despite popularity
British Asian artists face challenges breaking into music charts [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Germany news

From Kaiser Wilhelm Spitze to Uhuru Peak: Why names matter DW 02/15/2024

Colonial impact on indigenous names
Significance of renaming landmarks [ more ]
KALTBLUT Magazine
3 months ago
Design

Diablada - KALTBLUT Magazine

Lucho Dávila is a London-based photographer, visual artist, and entrepreneur with a focus on exploring cultural identity.
Fanesca is an ongoing body of work that examines how styling influences identity in Ecuadorian society, using traditional elements and syncretism as its concept. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Dining

British Court Answers an Eternal Question: How Much Potato Does a Crisp Contain?

The British tax appeals court ruled that Walkers Sensations Poppadoms are considered the same as potato crisps.
Food debates like these have moral implications and can evoke strong cultural identities. [ more ]
PUNCH
4 months ago
Cocktails

The Chirulin Is Peru's Original Pisco Cocktail

Peruvian Black communities preserve their heritage through food, music, dance, and religion.
The Chirulín cocktail, made with pomelo, pisco, cinnamon tea, and sugar syrup, is a traditional Afro-descendant drink in El Ingenio. [ more ]
Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
4 months ago
Silicon Valley

Dauood Naimyar in Sunnyvale | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Dauood Naimyar's comedy act tackles the experience of growing up between two worlds
Naimyar uses humor to comfort the audience about the unknown while tricking them in a funny way [ more ]
Itsnicethat
5 months ago
Design

Sabah Foster's collages leave a longing for the good old days

London-based artist Sabah Foster has a passion for collage and collecting imagery.
She uses cut-and-paste techniques to create visually striking collages.
Her work explores cultural identity and incorporates bold and colorful aesthetics. [ more ]
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