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13 Mar 2026

New Russian law restricts films seen as against traditional values

A law that began on 1 March 2026 lets the Ministry of Culture block films that it says discredit traditional Russian spiritual and moral values. The rules cover cinemas, streaming services and social media.

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10 Mar 2026

Why the Oscars still matter

The 98th Academy Awards are on March 15. Viewership is much lower than before, but experts say Oscars still shape careers and the Academy is changing to reach new audiences.

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15 Feb 2026

Rose-shaped toy in Trinidad Carnival causes debate

A Carnival band put a rose-shaped adult toy in goody bags for women, and unboxing videos went viral. A church leader criticised the gift and others defended Carnival culture, sparking a wide debate about gender and regulation.

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12 Feb 2026

How romantic films shape relationship expectations

Virginia Tech experts say romantic movies—from childhood fairy tales to Hallmark-style films—can shape what people expect from real relationships. They warn these films often show idealised love and may omit real-life difficulties and diversity.

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25 Jan 2026

African fashion finds its own voice

Designers across Africa are gaining global recognition. A media platform founded by Ramata Diallo highlights craftsmanship, ethical production and how visibility at shows and in media brings orders and supports brands.

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21 Jan 2026

Family Makes Yanbian Water Tofu (tsodibi)

On December 28, 2025, a visitor joined the Lee family in Helan village, Yanbian, to make tsodibi, a local water tofu also called sundubu. The article describes the traditional, multi-step process and the family ritual around it.

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20 Jan 2026

Stephen “Cat” Coore, Third World founder, dies

Stephen “Cat” Coore, founder and long-time musical director of the reggae band Third World, died on January 18, 2026. Musicians, political leaders and fans in Jamaica and abroad paid tribute.

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20 Jan 2026

Chef Filip Ondrušek: food, memory and tradition

Filip Ondrušek is an Austrian‑Slavic chef and ecologist based in São Paulo. He connects cooking with national history, works with biodynamic seasonal ingredients and has cooked in many top restaurants worldwide.

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8 Jan 2026

Melis Buyruk and Her Porcelain Sculptures

Turkish artist Melis Buyruk entered 2025 with two internationally noticed exhibitions. She makes precise porcelain sculptures that translate myth and memory into imagined forms and plans to expand her series and global shows.

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30 Dec 2025

Caribbean year of tensions, culture and climate

The Caribbean saw political tensions between the United States and Venezuela, major cultural wins and environmental challenges. Hurricanes and renewable energy plans shaped the year, while sport successes and political debates marked regional headlines.

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30 Dec 2025

Culturally Wise Programs Help Women in Niger

A University of Michigan study published in PNAS finds that programs matching local values help women in rural Niger more than Western-style interventions. The research says social and psychological factors affect people’s ability to improve their lives.

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29 Dec 2025

Sexual images in Japan's public spaces

Sexual images are visible across Japan's public spaces and many people worry about the effects on children and gender roles. Petitions and store decisions have brought debates about magazines, online adverts and sex education.

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24 Dec 2025

How village rain stories shape climate action

Emily Wanja Nderitu brings African village stories about rain and farming to global climate talks. She works with storytellers, scientists and policymakers to make local knowledge count after conferences end.

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