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Sundance Moves from Utah to Boulder, Colorado
Sundance Moves from Utah to Boulder, Colorado

Sundance, the highly influential U.S. film festival co-founded by Robert Redford, is moving to a new home in Colorado, organizers said Thursday. For the past four decades, Sundance has been held each winter in Utah's Park City, launching the year’s hottest independent movies in the swanky Rocky Mountain ski town amid freezing temperatures at an ...

'The Grill' Heats Up the American Dream on Screen
'The Grill' Heats Up the American Dream on Screen

Immigration, abortion, and the eternal quest for the American dream: these are the explosive ingredients of the Mexican-American film The Grill, hitting theaters Wednesday. Set inside a New York restaurant, it dives into the intense world of a Times Square tourist-trap kitchen. Rooney Mara, who won Best Actress at Cannes in 2015 for Carol and has ...

A Festival of Fashion and Design at Starco Square
A Festival of Fashion and Design at Starco Square

As Eid al-Fitr approaches, Beirut gears up for a stylish celebration with Eid in the City, a dynamic five-day exhibition taking place from March 29 to April 2, 2025. Held under the patronage of the Ministry of Tourism, this event transforms the city center into a creative hub where fashion, design and culture come together in an elegant and ...

Disney's 'Snow White' Walks the Woke Line and Stumbles
Disney's 'Snow White' Walks the Woke Line and Stumbles

Boosted by discounted movie tickets during France’s annual Printemps du cinéma, Disney’s Snow White remake drew crowds between March 19 and 25. But behind its commercial success lies a storm of criticism—surrounding the cast, storyline, and values—long before the film even hit the big screen. A Reimagined Snow White Under Heavy ...

From North Korea to K-pop: A Debut Journey of Hope
From North Korea to K-pop: A Debut Journey of Hope

Growing up in North Korea, Hyuk's childhood was about survival. He never listened to banned K-pop music, but after defecting to the South, he's about to debut as an idol. Hyuk is one of two young North Koreans in a new K-pop band called 1Verse — the first time that performers originally from the nuclear-armed North have been trained for stardom ...

Frick Collection Returns After $330 Million Renovation
Frick Collection Returns After $330 Million Renovation

New York's storied Frick Collection will reopen its doors on April 17 after five years closed to the public for a major renovation, which curators hope will future-proof the collection of former coal and steel magnate Henry Clay Frick. "The Frick is back!" proclaimed Axel Rüger, director of the museum – a 20th-century mansion filled with ...

Ghosting: A Strategy of Avoidance
SpotlightGhosting: A Strategy of Avoidance

The anglicisms used to illustrate certain phenomena observed in virtual exchanges have surprising meanings. Far from indicating a mundane behavior, they carry meanings that reveal deeper characteristics about their users. This week, we will try to understand what “ghosting” is, which shares common traits with “breadcrumbing.” The ...

'L’Ennemi, un livre pour la paix,' Comes to Life on Stage
'L’Ennemi, un livre pour la paix,' Comes to Life on Stage

Sometimes, a small book can spark a profound change. During the Christmas holidays, what seemed like a simple children’s book, L’Ennemi, un livre pour la paix turned out to be a deep source of inspiration. With its delicate illustrations and powerful, minimalist text, this book moved readers with its humanity and impact. What began as a ...

UK Artist Grayson Perry Indulges Playful Side in New Show
UK Artist Grayson Perry Indulges Playful Side in New Show

It was a radical idea: give UK artist Grayson Perry, known for his cross-dressing and flamboyant, colorful art, carte blanche to create new works inspired by one of the world's finest collections of decorative arts. The result, which is going on show at London's Wallace Collection museum, is surprising, as well as full of mischief and fun. "I ...

Can the Brain Truly Reset After 72 Hours Without Screens?
SpotlightCan the Brain Truly Reset After 72 Hours Without Screens?

In today's world, it seems impossible to imagine our daily lives without this digital companion. It wakes us in the morning, directs our paths, captures our memories, and keeps us constantly connected. The smartphone has become an indispensable part of our lives—but this technological symbiosis comes at a cost. Researchers in Germany have ...

Why Are All Eyes on Nicole Kidman’s 'Babygirl?'
Why Are All Eyes on Nicole Kidman’s 'Babygirl?'

Now released in cinemas, Babygirl marks one of Nicole Kidman's most daring performances in years. As the lead character Romy, she dives into the complexities of female power, age and vulnerability, offering a striking portrayal that challenges mainstream narratives. A Provocative Plot Foremost, the film explores the themes of power, desire and ...