Culture

Explore the intersection of American culture, media, arts, and societal values. This section examines cultural shifts, social justice movements, and the diverse voices that influence how the U.S. sees itself and the world.

https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2025/jun/24/artwork-ruined-selfie-tourist-florence-uffizi-gallery

Disaster at Uffizi: Priceless Artwork Damaged by Tourist’s Selfie Attempt

Once again, the season arrives when bustling tourists create a spectacle reminiscent of comedic skits in the iconic streets and ...

Ironheart review – the small screen can barely contain the energy of this Black Panther spinoff

Ironheart Unleashed: Black Panther Spinoff Explodes on TV with Uncontainable Energy

Ironheart Makes Its Debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe The Marvel Cinematic Universe, a hub for fervent fandoms and spirited ...

Kiefer/Van Gogh review – Anselm puts the nightmare into Vincent’s sunflower visions

Anselm Kiefer Transforms Van Gogh’s Sunny Scenes into Dark Dreams: An Artistic Clash Explored

Vincent van Gogh entered the world in 1853, during the relatively tranquil times of the 19th century. Had he not ...

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2025/jun/25/ca7riel-and-paco-amoroso-interview-glastonbury

CA7RIEL and Paco Amoroso Exclusive: Insights from Their Glastonbury Experience

With a backdrop of polished jazz-funk beats and vibrant Latin rhythms, a man adorned in a plush blue trapper hat ...

https://www.theguardian.com/books/2025/jun/25/the-original-by-nell-stevens-review-queering-the-victorians

Exploring Victorian Queerness: A Fresh Take on Nell Stevens’ ‘The Original’

The Essence of Imitation Imitation shapes who we are, whether through respectful mimicry or bold appropriation. In Nell Stevens’ latest ...

‘Excessively wasteful and giving off Swarovski vibes’: our critic on the ‘tiara bridge’ for the late queen

Lavish and Luxurious: Critic Slams ‘Tiara Bridge’ Honoring Late Queen for Opulence

Should a £46m glass tiara be the chosen memorial for the late UK queen? This is the opinion of the ...

‘We thought we were being naughty!’ The thrilling show by Black and Asian women that rocked the art world

Shattering Stereotypes: How Black and Asian Women Artists Took the Art World by Storm!

In November 1985, a corridor within the Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) in London was transformed into an important scene ...

Joyous junkyard beauties: how Leilah Babirye fled death to create towering works of togetherness

Sculpting Survival: Leilah Babirye’s Escape from Death Inspires Monumental Art of Unity

In the year 2022, a pair of impressive wooden sculptures graced the banks of Brooklyn’s river. These statues, featuring multi-headed ...

‘Chipmunks were obsessed with my mics’: the man who recorded a tree for a year

Unbelievable Discovery: Man Records Tree for a Year, Attracts Chipmunk Fans!

How does a landscape express itself when no one is there to hear it? This intriguing thought prompted Joshua Bonnetta, ...

https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/apr/28/rust-joel-souza-alec-baldwin-halyna-hutchins-shooting

Alec Baldwin Film Tragedy: Director Joel Souza Breaks Silence on Fatal Shooting

Joel Souza’s Discomfort with Firearms Joel Souza, a 51-year-old filmmaker with grey hair, expressed his discomfort with firearms from his ...