#identity

#identity

The cast of 'I Kissed a Girl' have conversations about their sexuality, discussing bisexuality and the misconceptions surrounding it. [ more ]

R.O. Kwon's forthcoming novel Exhibit explores hidden desires and taboo topics with intense prose, delving into considerations of sexuality and cultural expectations. [ more ]

Backlash against DEI in American higher education with laws restricting DEI initiatives.

Utah's H.B. 261 law aims to balance protecting academic freedom while reducing excessive focus on identity in higher education. [ more ]

The Old City of East Jerusalem symbolizes co-existence among various religious groups.

Palestinians express their diverse identities and quest for freedom and justice under occupation. [ more ]

UC Berkeley unveiled a new 'B' logo in a serif font for use in small spaces as part of rebranding efforts to distinguish itself from the confusion with Cal. [ more ]

Brands have a significant impact on personal identity and culture in the absence of traditional communities. [ more ]

Skittles embraced a nonsensical brand revamp, infusing the new design with playful colors and a touch of silliness to appeal to Gen Z. [ more ]

Relevance and legacy are essential for brand refreshes

Setting trends rather than following them is crucial for brand evolution [ more ]

The early days of the anti-Briggs campaign exposed divisions within the gay community, leading to openness about identity amid financial struggles. [ more ]

Capturing the essence of Chinatown over fifty years through a documentarian's lens. [ more ]

Hunter Schafer feels a sense of responsibility towards the transgender community but does not want her trans identity to define her career.

She actively avoids taking on transgender roles and discussing her trans identity in interviews to prevent being labeled solely as a 'trans' actress. [ more ]

Eunnuri Lee lost her art studio in a fire but has recreated her work, showcasing new pieces with acrylics, collages, and personal themes. [ more ]

Exploring Andy Warhol's intimate and introspective works beyond his public persona. [ more ]

Photography book 'Malparaíso' explores a labyrinth of interconnected paths through landscapes and human experiences, reflecting on themes of paradise, identity, and human complexity. [ more ]

Lebohang Kganye won the prestigious Deutsche Borse Photography Foundation Prize for her work merging photography, text, performance, and film animation, exploring themes of home, heritage, and identity. [ more ]

Photographing life in Missouri during the Gaza war acts as a form of protest against erasure. [ more ]

Gordon Parks's iconic photo American Gothic captured the story and humanity of a cleaning woman in Washington, D.C. [ more ]

The exhibition showcases early works by Peter Hujar and explores his struggle to find his identity as a Ukrainian American photographer in the queer avant-garde counterculture. [ more ]

An eclectic approach is taken in using illustration and photography interchangeably to avoid stock imagery and represent the identity of Rog. [ more ]

Marie Kondo's 'spark joy' principle inspires artist Rachel Chinouriri's music, reflecting personal growth and British pop influences. [ more ]

Language immersion can deeply affect identity and behavior, blurring boundaries between languages and cultures. [ more ]

Understanding buried family history through archiving and exploration. [ more ]

Thirty NBCC finalists make a great reading list

Books explore identity, family history, resilience [ more ]

Lil Nas X's journey from rising to fame with Old Town Road to releasing Montero and completing his first worldwide tour. [ more ]

A cheesy late '90s bubblegum pop song unexpectedly saved the author's life during a difficult day at school. [ more ]

Trans misogyny is a structural form of violence that predominantly affects marginalized women, including trans women. [ more ]

The pivotal role of Bayard Rustin in organizing the March on Washington has been overlooked for decades due to his sexuality.

The release of the Netflix biopic 'Rustin' in 2023 helped raise awareness about Rustin as a civil rights icon. [ more ]

Pasoori by Ali Sethi is a multi-dimensional song blending language, culture, and music genres to convey various themes and messages. [ more ]

Swift's music initially alienated some listeners, but later resonated with them as they navigated growing up and societal pressures. [ more ]

Sinkane mixes Afrobeat, rock, and pop influences in his music, exploring both his African and American identities in his latest album. [ more ]

Berhana's last song, 'Going Home,' was the first completed for his latest album, focusing on themes of loss, grief, and hope.

His visit to Ethiopia, his mother's home country, deeply impacted his perspective on identity and connection to his roots. [ more ]

Elyanna's performance on The Late Show with a keffiyeh symbolizes support for Palestinians amid conflict, representing her culturally rich music. [ more ]

St Vincent transitions from using alter egos to portraying raw emotions in her music in All Born Screaming. [ more ]

Questioning communication with different realms - Lord, dead, dying, living, self, and world. [ more ]

Lucy Sante transitioned at 66 after repressing her desire to be a woman.

Sante is known for her writing, including the memoir, cultural history, and criticism. [ more ]

Queer cinema highlights the enduring themes of community and unity over the years.

1976's film 'The Ritz' captures shared queer identity through humor and wit. [ more ]

Two wheels symbolize freedom and autonomy for the author from her upbringing in rural Canada.

The author's journey from Canada to California was influenced by her passion for motorcycles and the desire to find a community of like-minded riders. [ more ]

Brooklyn has nearly 2.6 million residents, making it the fourth largest city in the US if it were independent.

Brooklyn has always been a significant and vibrant place for residents, not just a recent trend of being 'cool and hip'. [ more ]