Barbican Centre gets £451m overhaul for accessibility
London's iconic but bewildering Barbican Centre is set for a £451m renewal. The project will tackle leaks, poor signage, and maze-like layout to create a fully accessible cultural hub by 2032.
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EU's New Cultural Push for Moldova Integration
As Moldova begins EU accession talks, a shift from dry bureaucracy to cultural outreach—from influencer pie-making to pan-European TV—could be key to building genuine solidarity and identity.
UK Calls for UNESCO Heritage Submissions
The UK government is asking the public to nominate traditions like cheese rolling and Burns Night for UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list. Submit your ideas by February.
Legal storm over 'sabzi' cookbook title sparks cultural debate
Food writer Yasmin Khan faced legal threats over her cookbook title 'Sabzi', a common word for vegetables across South Asia. Her case highlights wider issues of cultural appropriation and trademark overreach in the UK.
200+ Cultural Figures Call for Marwan Barghouti's Release
Margaret Atwood, Ian McKellen and Richard Branson lead a global call to free imprisoned Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, echoing the campaign that freed Nelson Mandela.
1899 recording of lost Tasmanian language rediscovered
A rare 1899 wax cylinder recording of Palawa woman Fanny Cochrane Smith singing in a lost Tasmanian Aboriginal language has been preserved. Listen to this vital piece of cultural heritage.
Swine Fever Outbreak in Spain Threatens Pork Exports
Spanish authorities deploy hundreds to contain an African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, linked to contaminated food. The nation's €8.8bn pork export industry faces immediate risk.
Australian choir sings in ancient Indigenous Gumbaynggirr
A community choir in Coffs Harbour performs 'Black Smoke' in the Gumbaynggirr language, a powerful act of cultural preservation. Discover how music is reviving Australia's First Nations heritage.
UK-US agree zero tariff deal on pharmaceuticals
The UK has secured a major three-year deal for zero US import tariffs on pharmaceuticals, safeguarding £5bn in annual exports and boosting life sciences investment. Read the full analysis.
First Aboriginal Bilingual School in NSW Thrives
Discover how the Gumbaynggirr Giingana Freedom School is revitalising language and culture, with student attendance soaring above the national average. Read the inspiring story of its community.
Arty Christmas Gift Guide: Unusual Presents for 2024
Discover the most unique and artful Christmas presents for 2024. Our guide features a Traitors cloak, Britpop Trumps, a Gilbert & George swear box, and more quirky gifts for the culture lover in your life.
New Guardian series explores Indigenous language revival
The Guardian's Indigenous affairs team launches 'Speaking to Country', a four-part multimedia series examining how Indigenous communities are revitalising endangered languages across Australia.
Gomeroi woman's journey to revive Indigenous language
Ella Archibald-Binge travels to her grandfather's country in NSW to explore how language, culture, and country intersect for Gomeroi people reclaiming their heritage.
Bringing Indigenous Australian Languages Back
Discover how Australian communities are fighting to revive Indigenous languages pushed to the brink after colonisation. Listen to the Full Story podcast to learn more.
West London Indian music centre 'under threat'
The Bhavan centre in West Kensington fears new 7-day parking restrictions will threaten its future after a last-ditch legal challenge fails. Discover the impact on London's cultural scene.
Japanese Singer Stopped Mid-Performance in Shanghai
Japanese singer Maki Otsuki was forced to halt her Shanghai performance amid souring Japan-China relations. Discover how cultural events are being cancelled.
Protesters block ships at Newcastle coal port
Rising Tide activists have halted three coal carriers from entering Newcastle, demanding the government cancel new fossil fuel projects and tax profits. Join the conversation.
Neck Injury Ignites Gullah Geechee Heritage Discussion
Georgia Harris's serious neck injury during a traditional dance performance raises crucial questions about cultural preservation and medical understanding of minority communities in Britain.
Revisiting Millennium Cultural Predictions
Looking back at turn-of-the-millennium cultural predictions reveals how close yet far forecasts were about film, TV and music's future. Discover what they got right about digital revolution.
How a film quote gave me strength to leave my marriage
A woman shares how a single line from Thelma & Louise gave her the courage to escape a controlling marriage after 15 years. Discover how cultural moments can spark profound personal change.
Stranger Things Final Season & Top Culture Reviews
From Stranger Things' epic conclusion to Ethan Hawke's Broadway drama and must-read books. Your essential guide to this week's top cultural highlights across TV, film and arts.
KFC's Bánh Mì Sparks Cultural Appropriation Debate
KFC's limited edition bánh mì sandwich faces criticism for lacking authenticity and cultural respect. Discover why this fast food experiment misses the mark on traditional Vietnamese flavours.
Tate staff strike over pay amid food bank use
Tate gallery staff begin week-long strike over pay dispute as workers reveal reliance on food banks. Union demands fair wages for cultural sector employees.
Brexit devastates Menai Strait mussel industry exports
Welsh mussel exports to EU collapse from 10,000 to 5 tonnes annually post-Brexit. Discover how new UK-EU deal could revive the industry and save coastal communities.
The vital importance of teenage dreamers in culture
Adrian Chiles explores why encouraging teenage dreams matters for our cultural landscape, despite the overwhelming odds against success in creative fields.
Discover Santander: Spain's Hidden Coastal Gem
Explore the 5 compelling reasons to visit Santander, Spain. From its Michelin-starred food scene and ancient caves to stunning art and palaces, discover this unique destination.
5,400 UK Jobs from Plastic Recycling Boost
New report reveals UK could create 5,400 jobs and £900m annual economic value by ending plastic waste exports by 2030. Support UK recycling now!
Thief uses dance distraction in Nottingham theft
CCTV shows pickpocket performing bizarre dance to steal phone in Nottingham city centre. Police seek public help identifying suspect captured on McDonald's CCTV.
Guna people's battle re-enactments preserve history
Discover how Panama's Guna community uses theatrical battle re-enactments to preserve their revolutionary history and cultural identity for future generations.
Weekend in Pictures: Global Events and Culture
Explore stunning photographs from around the world this weekend, from snowy Scottish peaks to traditional Chinese crafts and political protests. Discover the stories behind the images.
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