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Tolstoy’s Legacy Divides Family Over Russian-Backed Peace Prize
Tolstoy’s Legacy Divides Family Over Russian-Backed Peace Prize

A new peace prize backed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, named after literary giant Leo Tolstoy, has sparked a rift among Tolstoy’s descendants. While some welcome the association with Tolstoy’s pacifist legacy, others are disturbed by the initiative, given Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. This family dispute echoes the tragic ...

Paris Fashion Week Closes with Chanel’s Iconic Show
Paris Fashion Week Closes with Chanel’s Iconic Show

The final day of Paris Fashion Week concluded on Tuesday, October 1, with a series of major shows, including those from Chanel, Lacoste, Louis Vuitton, and the rising brand Coperni. Among the highlights was Chanel’s much-anticipated show, staged at the Grand Palais in Paris, marking the brand's return to this iconic venue after four years of ...

Netflix War Drama ‘Uprising’ Opens Asia’s Largest Film Festival
Netflix War Drama ‘Uprising’ Opens Asia’s Largest Film Festival

Netflix’s period war drama Uprising, produced by renowned filmmaker Park Chan-wook, has opened the Busan International Film Festival, marking the first time a streaming title kicks off Asia’s largest film event. The decision has sparked mixed reactions. Netflix’s period war drama, produced by South Korean filmmaker Park Chan-wook, opened ...

War: A Reflection of the Leaders’ Unconscious
War: A Reflection of the Leaders’ Unconscious

Every week, we invite you to explore a striking theme to reveal its depth and richness. These lapidary, often provocative formulas open up new perspectives on the intricacies of the human psyche. By deciphering these quotes with rigor and pedagogy, we invite you on a fascinating journey to the heart of psychoanalytic thought to better understand ...

Kris Kristofferson: Celebrating the Life of a Country Music Icon
Kris Kristofferson: Celebrating the Life of a Country Music Icon

Kris Kristofferson, the celebrated country music star, actor and songwriter known for timeless hits like Me and Bobby McGee and his role in A Star is Born, passed away at the age of 88. His family announced that he died peacefully at home in Hawaii on September 28, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in both music and film. Kris Kristofferson, a ...

Fashion's Bold Voices: Eco-Conscious and Innovatively Retro
Fashion's Bold Voices: Eco-Conscious and Innovatively Retro

At this year's Paris Fashion Week, the runway buzzed with innovation and an eco-conscious ethos, blending nostalgia with cutting-edge style for the Spring/Summer 2025 collections. This season's Paris Fashion Week delivered an evocative blend of reflection and innovation, marrying deep-seated traditions with bold new directions in design. From ...

From Lebanon to Sanary-sur-Mer: Planting a Cedar and an Olive Tree

  On September 22, 2024, Lebanese and French participants gathered in Sanary-sur-Mer to plant two symbolic shrubs—an olive tree and a cedar from Lebanon—as a sign of peace and unity. This event, organized by the Mon Liban d’Azur association, brought together the mayor of the town, Daniel Alsters, various elected officials, and Father ...

Julia Roberts: An Oscar in Hand, a César to Come
Julia Roberts: An Oscar in Hand, a César to Come

American actress Julia Roberts will receive an honorary César on February 28 during the 50th edition of the most prestigious film awards in France in recognition of her contributions to the seventh art. The American actress Julia Roberts is set to be honored with an honorary César on February 28 during the 50th edition of France's most ...

Paris Fashion Week: Feminist Fashion with Classics Revived for Empowerment
Paris Fashion Week: Feminist Fashion with Classics Revived for Empowerment

At the recent Paris Fashion Week, the runway showcased a striking shift towards empowering women's wear for the upcoming summer collections. From Victorian-era bloomers to modern power suits for the "girl boss," the Paris Fashion Week highlighted a clear trend towards emancipatory clothing. Shiatzy Chen for the Women Ready-to-wear Spring-Summer ...

Climate Change: Oceans 'Boil' in Crescendo
Climate Change: Oceans 'Boil' in Crescendo

The accelerated warming of the oceans, which has nearly doubled since 2005, is leading to increasingly frequent marine heatwaves, destabilizing marine ecosystems, according to a scientific report. The pace of ocean warming has nearly doubled since 2005, with more than one-fifth of the world's ocean surface experiencing severe heatwaves in 2023, ...

King Khan Triumphs at the Indian Film Awards in Abu Dhabi
King Khan Triumphs at the Indian Film Awards in Abu Dhabi

Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan, affectionately known as "King Khan," made a triumphant return to the spotlight at the International Indian Film Academy Awards, claiming the best actor award for his role in the action thriller Jawan. King Khan’s triumphs at the Indian Film Awards in Abu Dhabi for his role in Jawan marked his first appearance ...

Saint-Tropez Celebrates Brigitte Bardot's 90th Birthday
Saint-Tropez Celebrates Brigitte Bardot's 90th Birthday

The charming village of Saint-Tropez recently paid a heartfelt tribute to Brigitte Bardot, one of its most illustrious residents, as she celebrated her 90th birthday. The coastal town of Saint-Tropez commemorated Brigitte Bardot’s 90th milestone by showcasing the iconic 1956 movie Et Dieu créa la femme, which catapulted Bardot to international ...