Hollywood’s Latest Films Reviewed: Is Cultural Criticism Being Erased?

https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2025/aug/26/movie-reviews-cultural-criticism-erasure

The frequency of media layoffs has reached a point where it’s no longer shocking news. Instead, it’s become a routine occurrence to track which outlets are cutting jobs, conducting mass layoffs, or closing down entirely. However, for those deeply invested in the world of professional film and cultural critique, recent weeks have been particularly brutal … Read more

Trump’s Cuts Devastate Rural Radio: The High Cost of Silence in America’s Heartland

‘Rural America costs a lot of money’: Trump cuts are decimating a radio station at the edge of the world

In the small fishing community of Sand Point, Alaska, located on the Aleutian Islands, the radio spectrum is largely unoccupied. The economic reality makes it impractical for commercial broadcasters to operate in this area with a population of around 600. However, KSDP, the local public radio station, serves as a crucial hub for the community, … Read more

Barbara Hepworth’s Iconic Sculpture Saved! A Masterpiece Preserved for the Nation

https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2025/aug/19/barbara-hepworth-sculpture-with-colour-saved-for-nation

A Unique Wooden Sculpture by Barbara Hepworth Preserved for the Nation A notable wooden sculpture by the acclaimed abstract artist Barbara Hepworth, who is celebrated as a pivotal figure in 20th-century art, has been secured for the UK after a fundraising campaign successfully gathered £3.8 million. Hepworth’s Milestone Piece from 1943 The artwork, titled Sculpture … Read more

Renowned Art Collector Doris Lockhart Saatchi Passes Away: A Look at Her Impact on Modern Art

https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2025/aug/22/doris-lockhart-saatchi-obituary

In 1998, during a charity event aimed at gathering funds, Doris Lockhart Saatchi was requested to assemble her ideal art collection. Her selection notably deviated from expectations, especially considering her association with the Young British Artists (YBAs), a label tied to her and her former spouse, advertising magnate Charles Saatchi. Instead of choosing contemporary pieces … Read more

Stunning Gower Power and Deep-Sea Dances: Discover Art Highlights of the Week!

Gower power, deep-sea dances and a millennial male prayer – the week in art

Highlighted Exhibition Anna Boghiguian: The Sunken Boat: A Glimpse Into Past HistoriesThis installation, featuring deteriorated boats, puppet-like figures, and sand, delves into the historical significance of oceans globally. Turner Contemporary, Margate, until 26 October Currently On Display Emma Critchley: Soundings This installation uses video and sound to explore oceanic conditions, featuring dancers, deep-sea creatures, and … Read more

Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen Redesigns Blackpool Illuminations: A Dazzling New Look Unveiled!

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/aug/25/laurence-llewelyn-bowen-blackpool-illuminations-lights-design

Next weekend, Olly Murs, a renowned pop star, is set to ignite the celebrated Blackpool Illuminations, a tradition that dates back nearly 150 years. This event in the Lancashire seaside town first occurred 146 years ago, predating even Thomas Edison’s patent of the electric light bulb by a year. Although the town has faced its … Read more