Culture
Insights into cultural phenomena, social trends, and the evolving landscape of modern society.
MoMA Explores 'Universal Westerns' in New Series
MoMA, a bastion of modern art, is dedicating a new retrospective to 'Universal Westerns' in 2026, featuring films like 'Cowboy Heaven' ( The New Yorker ).
Tucson's Arts Scene Explores Summer Savings and Youth Contest
For just $3, Tucson families can visit Reid Park Zoo on Tuesdays this summer, an accessible entry point to the city's vibrant cultural landscape.
Trump's Name Faces Removal From Public Spaces
A federal judge ordered the John F.
NBA Now Verifies Player Heights, Ending Shoeless Measurement Debates
On their high school senior night, a New Yorker author, five feet nine, was listed as six feet in the basketball team's pamphlet, a common exaggeration now systematically dismantled in the NBA, accord
Book traces how dance shaped New York City's history
The Jerome Robbins Dance Division's catalog alone contains nearly 240,000 bibliographic entries, a testament to New York City's unparalleled dance legacy.
HBO Confirms Euphoria Season 3 as Series Finale
HBO's 'Euphoria', the most-tweeted-about TV series of the decade, is officially concluding with its third season, a decision confirmed by creator Sam Levinson and NBC Los Angeles .
Is God Is Explores Heretical Energy and Radical Command
'Make your daddy dead,' commands Ruby to her daughters, launching a revenge parable that shatters expectations of familial redemption.
Hanover Supervisors Reject Data Center Project on Mountain Road
Hanover supervisors voted 4-3 to reject the massive Mountain Road data center project on June 1, 2026, after months of heated public hearings.
Ambassadors Clubhouse Brings Punjabi Fine Dining to NYC
New York City's NoMad neighborhood now hosts the city's sole coal-burning tandoor, a distinctive feature brought by London's Michelin-starred Ambassadors Clubhouse.
Obsession, Backrooms: Indie success vs. viral bets
At just 20, Kane Parsons directs a feature film adaptation of his 'Backrooms' YouTube series, making him A24's youngest director.
2026 Nostalgia: The Paperboy's Unsettling Cinematic Evolution
An authentic 'Paperboy' Sega Genesis cartridge, a relic of 1990s childhood, recently sold for $18.
UNESCO NGO Forum Africa Week 2026 Highlights Civil Society's Peace Role
For the first time in its history, UNESCO's Africa Week 2026 opened its doors to the NGO Forum, directly integrating civil society into its high-level peace agenda.
Mark Ulriksen's Kings of New York Art Captures Brunson's Rise
Just hours after Mark Ulriksen's 'Kings of New York' cover for The New Yorker was revealed, an art print of the piece went on sale, its discount expiring in six hours.
New Lewis and Clark History Reveals Expedition Insights
In 1951, the Beinecke Library at Yale received a donation of 83 manuscript maps from the Lewis and Clark expedition, many drawn by William Clark himself.
Kardashian Empire's Strategic Vulnerability
Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand, Skims, recently achieved a $5 billion valuation, positioning her as a titan of industry.
Sam Campbell's Edinburgh Comedy Award Win Fuels Superstar Rise
In 2022, Australian comedian Sam Campbell's unconventional humor captivated international critics, earning him the prestigious Edinburgh comedy award.
Raghu Rai Photography Captures India's Transition Through His Lens
In December 1984, Raghu Rai captured the haunting image of a dead infant, a stark symbol of the Bhopal gas tragedy's immediate devastation, a moment that defined his unflinching lens.
Ordinary life's challenges test society's pursuit of excellence
Amanda chose death, overwhelmed by a deteriorating condition and mounting financial distress.
Othello Play Explores Fear Driving Modern Doubt and Uncertainty
Maggie's husband, Marv, was hailed as a hero after his death in a community college shooting.
Sketchy AI Shadow Market Booms as Anthropic Rejects Unapproved Share Sales
A venture capitalist boasted on X about brokering an Anthropic secondary deal that made her more money than her entire net worth from working in her 20s, according to The New Yorker .
Rediscovery ignites redemption of Samuel Barber's opera 'Vanessa'
Heartbeat Opera's current production of Samuel Barber's 'Vanessa' has become the fastest-selling show in the company's 12-year history, according to The New Yorker .
Ancient Discovery Rewrites History of Scientific Method
In Eldoria's Kaelen Valley, archaeologists unearthed inscribed Zylos Tablets in 2026, dating to 1200 BCE.
National Museum to Honor Opal Lee at 2026 Juneteenth Celebration
At 97 years old, Opal Lee, the 'Grandmother of Juneteenth,' will be honored at the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) in 2026.
2026 Harlem Culture Crawl Celebrates Local Art and Music May 16-17
For the 2026 Harlem Culture Crawl, a free guided walking tour at the historic Morris-Jumel Mansion on Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 noon requires an RSVP, demanding early planning to access popular eve
US Festivals and Centers Celebrate Vibrant AAPI Culture
Milwaukee held its first official Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration on Friday, May 1, according to Milwaukee Independent .
US communities celebrate heritage months and festivals nationwide
Lafayette's Festivals Acadiens et Créoles, a beacon of Bayou culture, is now partnering with the Smithsonian for a national project connecting 40 festivals across the U.
Páshx̣apa Powwow celebrates heritage; scholars' honor postponed
The first graduating class of Šináata Scholars, Aiden Wolf and Lindsey Pasena-Littlesky, faced a postponed blanketing ceremony at the Pášx̣apa Powwow.
US community cultural celebrations foster stronger local bonds
In Topeka, a Cinco de Mayo celebration recently transformed Evergy Plaza into a vibrant hub of music and dance, echoing a nationwide trend of communities reconnecting through shared cultural experienc
Andong Prepares for East Asian Cultural City Debut
Performing troupes at the 2026 Andong International Maskdance Festival will deliver precise 14 to 17-minute stage performances, according to Eaff Eu , as Andong prepares to debut as an East Asia Cultu
US local celebrations foster civic engagement and community growth
Actor and director Ben McKenzie observed Austin's transformation, noting 'a few more Cybertrucks' and 'a few more of the bros' than in his youth, KUT reports.