A year after Trump's takeover, Washington's famed Kennedy Center is in crisis. The Washington National Opera has quit, audiences have fled, and a 'deathly pall' hangs over the venue. Read the inside story.
Former RNC chair Michael Steele says law firms, universities and media capitulated to Trump with startling speed. He predicts a Democratic surge in the midterms as voters demand accountability.
The Adelaide Festival board has removed Palestinian advocate Randa Abdel-Fattah from its Writers' Week lineup, citing 'cultural sensitivity' after the Bondi attack. The author accuses the board of racism, leading to sponsor and writer withdrawals.
UBS recruits former Direct Line CEO Penny Winslow to bolster its Financial Institutions Group, marking a strategic hire in London's competitive banking sector. Discover the implications.
The final baobab tree in central Kinshasa faces being felled for development. Activists rally to protect this ancient symbol of climate resilience and cultural heritage in the DRC's capital.
Amir Mehdi Haghighat's personal library, containing his life's work, endured the June 2025 bombardment of Tehran. His story reveals translation as an act of defiance.
Dr Eric Descheemaeker settles with the University of Melbourne after his attempted sacking over a leaked email claiming the law school was becoming an 'ideological re-education camp'. Read the full story.
Hounslow Council launches its first-ever cultural strategy, aiming to win the London Borough of Culture title and £1.35m in funding for 2029. Focus on youth and local assets.
As southern students dominate northern campuses, northern undergraduates are creating societies to celebrate their culture and counter stereotypes. Discover how they're reclaiming their identity.
Plans for a major new 1,250-seat concert hall in Wimbledon, designed by Frank Gehry, are moving forward. The venue aims to transform the area into an international cultural destination.
A year after the fall of the Assad regime, Syrian businesses like the Jarjour winery face an uncertain future amid cultural flux and unclear laws on alcohol sales. Explore the challenges of Syria's new era.
A new documentary, 'Dreams Travel with the Wind', follows an Arhuaco community's profound journey to safeguard their ancestral wisdom and language through spiritual connection. Discover how cinema is amplifying their vital fight for cultural survival.
In the heart of LA's Koreatown, a new generation is reviving cowboy poetry. Discover how millennials are preserving this 150-year-old tradition, blending authenticity with modern appeal.
Waluwarra traditional owners are reunited with ancestors' remains, taken over a century ago. A powerful act of reconciliation as museums struggle with repatriation backlog.
Amid tribal conflict, Papua New Guinea's highlands see a tourism surge. Lodges like Ambua and Betty's Place offer safe, authentic cultural adventures, boosting the local economy.
Audrey and Noah's relationship is tested by a cultural clash over showering techniques. She champions thorough exfoliation; he's a 'quick-shower guy'. You decide whose argument washes best.
The legendary Iranian singer Googoosh breaks her silence in a new memoir, detailing her rise to fame, the 1979 revolution's brutal crackdown, and her triumphant return. Discover the story of a cultural icon.
Discover Santander, Spain's stunning northern coastal city. From Palaeolithic caves to Basque cheesecake and Irish parallels, here are five reasons it's a 2026 must-visit.
The Louvre, the world's most visited museum, is battling a crisis of thefts, leaks, and structural decay. As France launches a €1.15bn rescue plan, we examine if it can be saved in time.
Bradford's transformative City of Culture year has ended. We explore the £51m impact, the 5,000 events, and whether the 'levelling up' legacy can bring sustainable change to the city.
South Korea's cultural exports hit a record £11bn, but its film industry has 'almost collapsed' and K-pop faces a pivotal reckoning. Discover the internal challenges threatening the Hallyu wave.
The priceless Bayeux Tapestry will be insured for £800m by the British taxpayer for its 2026 UK exhibition. Discover the details of this historic cultural exchange.
A Manchester woman's cultural awakening came through a JMW Turner print after a thyroid cancer diagnosis. Discover how art provided a mirror for her struggle and a path forward.
Klezmer-dance band Oi Va Voi saw two UK shows cancelled after protests. The musicians discuss feeling targeted and the climate for Jewish artists in Britain.
A family's first Christmas in Sweden sparked friendly negotiations over festive customs. Discover how they merged British roast dinners with Swedish Jansson's temptation for a unique 'Scots-Swedish' celebration.
A look back at the nine events that defined 2025's cultural landscape, from Britpop reunions and political power plays to Taylor Swift's engagement and viral toy crazes.
Explore how British diaspora communities use festive food and gatherings to preserve identity and create new traditions. Discover personal stories of connection and belonging.
A look back at the iconic figures from film, music, fashion and literature who passed away in 2025, including Robert Redford, Diane Keaton and Giorgio Armani. Their enduring legacies continue to shape culture.
An exclusive look at the 2025 spending habits of Guardian readers reveals a move towards travel, culture, and sustainable goods. Discover the data driving consumer change.
President Donald Trump has signed legislation renaming Washington's Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The move, part of a spending bill, has ignited debate over politicising cultural institutions.