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Youth Identification With LGBTQ Labels Drops, CDC and University Surveys Show
New data from the CDC, Brown University, and FIRE reveal declining rates of nonbinary and bisexual identification among high school and college students after years of increases.
Mexico City's Museum Boom Faces Neighborhood Resistance
Mexico City ranks among the world's highest in museum count, but a plan for new cultural institutions has drawn opposition from residents concerned about construction disruption and gentrification.
Mask Policy Shift at Massachusetts Lesbian Bar Starts Community Backlash
The Last Ditch in Greenfield faced fierce criticism after announcing a weekly mask-optional night to address financial crisis.
Does 'Wokeness' Peak Under Trump? Analysts Split on Culture War Turning Point
With DEI programs shuttering across Washington, some see a cultural tide turning; others warn the backlash itself poses new political risks.
UK Parliament Launches Inquiry Into Eurovision Song Contest Failures
A parliamentary committee will examine Britain's poor recent performances and the selection process used by the BBC to choose its Eurovision entries.
Record 1.8 Million Devotees Overwhelm Jaipur Temple for Marriage Blessing Henna
Viral social media posts drew crowds to the Moti Dungri Ganesh Temple, exhausting 3,500 kilograms of sacred henna in three hours
Ghana's Fantasy Coffins Honor the Dead With Sculptural Tributes
Intricately crafted coffins shaped like guitars, pens and animals mark final journeys in a distinctive tradition among Ga communities around Accra.
Summer Hit Struggles to Break Through in Fragmented Music World
Once a reliable cultural touchstone, the 'song of the summer' faces obstacles in an era of streaming platforms and personalized playlists.
Japanese Films Draw Global Audiences With Emotional Dramas
International viewers connect with poignant stories and restrained performances that have become a signature of Japanese cinema
Chinese City Touts Its Barbecue Heritage
Qiqihar, a northeastern Chinese city of 1.5 million, asserts itself as an international barbecue capital, drawing on culinary traditions shaped by Manchu, Mongolian, and other ethnic groups.
Golf's Bold New Hat Styles Split Traditionalists and Newcomers
Neon, pastel and 'B.U.D.' hats reflect golf's changing demographics, drawing a sharp line between the old guard and a younger, more diverse wave of players.
Tyler, The Creator's 'Chromakopia' Keeps Fan Debates Running a Year After Release
Reddit threads and YouTube videos continue to dissect the rapper's eighth studio album and the fan dynamics surrounding it.
India Pavilion at Venice Biennale Examines Home Through Earth, Thread and Bamboo
Five Indian artists use traditional materials to reflect on memory, migration and belonging at the 61st International Art Exhibition.
Trump Orders Warning Signs at Smithsonian, Fueling Fight Over American History
An executive order directs temporary warning signs outside the National Museum of American History, following a White House report questioning whether the museum has strayed from its founding mission.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe Opens With More Than 4,200 Shows From 71 Countries
The annual arts festival in Scotland's capital opens today, drawing performers from 71 countries to nearly 300 venues across Edinburgh.
Drake Bitcoin Reference Hits Mainstream as BTC Trades at $78,943
Rapper's lyric 'I'm a $BTC crypto big-timer' brings digital asset into pop culture as institutional adoption continues