UK launches new 'Living Heritage' register
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions for a new national 'living heritage' inventory, aiming to safeguard cultural practices for future generations.
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UK Launches 'Living Heritage' Register for Traditions
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions, from cheese-rolling to steel-drumming, for a new national register aimed at safeguarding intangible cultural heritage for future generations.
UK imposes export bar on £280k Hindu paintings
A rare 200-year-old set of 56 Hindu paintings, valued at £280,000, has been barred from leaving the UK. The government aims to keep the 'Devi Mahatmya' series for national study and display. Help save this cultural treasure for the nation.
British Museum ends tobacco sponsorship deal
The British Museum terminates its 15-year partnership with Japan Tobacco International following government pressure and WHO guideline breaches. Discover the implications for cultural funding.
MasterChef Cookbook Cultural Appropriation Storm
A culinary controversy erupts as MasterChef Australia contestant's Middle Eastern cookbook faces cultural appropriation accusations, sparking a bitter copyright dispute with celebrity chef Nigella Lawson leaping to the author's defence.
Venice removes Ezra Pound name over fascist links
The city of Venice has removed American poet Ezra Pound's name from a waterfront courtyard amid controversy over his fascist sympathies and antisemitic propaganda during WWII.
Egypt intensifies pressure for Rosetta Stone return
The British Museum faces mounting pressure as Egypt launches a fresh campaign for the return of the priceless Rosetta Stone, escalating global debates about colonial-era artefacts.
Celebrity Halloween Costumes Spark Fury and Backlash
From blackface controversies to cultural appropriation, discover which celebrity Halloween costumes have triggered widespread outrage and accusations of insensitivity in this exclusive report.
US tourists fly American flag from Quebec hotel, sparking outrage
American visitors to Quebec City have caused a major diplomatic stir after proudly displaying the Stars and Stripes from their hotel window overlooking historic Place d'Armes, sparking local fury and accusations of cultural disrespect.
Fine Gael slams RTÉ over Orange Order broadcast
Fine Gael politicians condemn RTÉ's decision to air Orange Order documentary during sensitive anniversary period, reigniting debates about Irish broadcasting standards and cultural sensitivity.
Katie Price accused of blackface in makeup controversy
Former glamour model Katie Price finds herself at the centre of a social media storm after her latest heavily-tanned appearance draws accusations of 'blackfishing' and inappropriate cultural appropriation from furious followers.
South Korea First Lady's throne room photoshoot sparks outrage
Kim Keon Hee, South Korea's First Lady, faces mounting criticism after conducting a photoshoot in a restored 14th-century throne hall, raising questions about cultural preservation and political judgment.
Birmingham German Market drops German signs in accessibility move
Birmingham's famous Frankfurt Christmas Market faces backlash after displaying English-only signs, raising questions about authenticity and cultural representation during the festive season.
French artist's nude mural censored in Bangkok
French street artist Myrtille Tibayrenc's provocative nude mural in Bangkok faces whitewashing after authorities deem it culturally inappropriate, igniting freedom of expression concerns.
Whitexican restaurant sparks cultural appropriation fury
A New York City restaurant faces fierce backlash over its 'Whitexican' branding and alleged cultural appropriation of Mexican cuisine, with critics calling it tone-deaf and offensive.
Sabrina Carpenter in cultural appropriation storm after SNL remarks
Pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter finds herself at the centre of a cultural appropriation debate after Rina Sawayama's pointed remarks about SNL's casting choices spark online controversy and fan division.
Kash Patel's Diwali Remarks Spark Religious Controversy
Former Trump aide Kash Patel faces backlash after controversial Diwali comments declaring America a 'Christian nation', prompting strong reactions from British Hindu communities and interfaith advocates.
Deadly fire destroys Rio museum in cultural catastrophe
A devastating overnight fire has destroyed Rio de Janeiro's Cultural Centre Mental Health museum, claiming multiple lives and incinerating priceless historical collections in Brazil's latest cultural tragedy.
Missile testing plan threatens Indigenous sacred sites
Controversy erupts as Saab's proposed missile testing range threatens culturally significant Indigenous sites in South Australia, sparking heritage protection concerns.
Swifties Transform Museum Experience with Art Discovery
A German museum's John Everett Millais painting gains viral attention after Taylor Swift fans draw unexpected parallels to the pop star's latest album, creating both excitement and concern among art traditionalists.
London Gallery Moves Millais' Ophelia for Taylor Swift Show
London's prestigious Courtauld Gallery faces criticism for relocating a prized Millais painting to accommodate a Taylor Swift student exhibition, raising questions about art accessibility versus preservation.
Pakistan court case seeks Love Island ban over obscenity
A controversial petition in Pakistan's Lahore High Court seeks to ban the popular reality show Love Island, accusing it of promoting obscene content and threatening cultural values in a landmark media censorship case.
Harry Enfield defends Nelson Mandela blackface sketch
Comedian Harry Enfield addresses controversial 1990s sketch where he portrayed Nelson Mandela as crack dealer, blaming 'cultural imperialism' for the backlash in exclusive interview.
Israel accused of systematic book theft from Gaza libraries
An explosive Guardian investigation reveals how Israeli forces systematically looted thousands of Palestinian books and manuscripts from Gaza, raising urgent questions about cultural destruction in conflict zones.
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o: Language as Cultural Liberation
Nobel Prize-nominated author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o discusses how rejecting colonial languages became an act of cultural survival and political defiance in this compelling Guardian podcast analysis.
Jaguars face backlash over Spanish name change
The Jacksonville Jaguars face criticism after Spanish broadcast rebranding attempt sparks accusations of cultural insensitivity toward Native American communities.
Megyn Kelly slams Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show
Former Fox News anchor Megyn Kelly delivers scathing criticism of Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance, igniting debate about cultural representation and entertainment standards.
Utah Harvey Milk road renaming sparks conservative clash
A controversial proposal to rename a Utah street after gay rights pioneer Harvey Milk has ignited a political firestorm, pitting conservative activists against LGBTQ+ advocates in a bitter cultural battle.
American in Britain: 4 Cultural Shocks Revealed
An American expat shares four unexpected cultural differences between US and UK life, from healthcare surprises to social etiquette quirks that every visitor should know.
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