Tag: Arts and Culture
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Full list of Padma Awards 2026: Recognitions Across Fields
Overview: Padma Awards 2026 The Padma Awards, one of India’s highest civilian honors, recognize outstanding contributions to the nation in fields as diverse as art, science, public affairs, social work, and literature. In 2026, the government announced the annual list across three categories: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri. The awards celebrate a mix…
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Heartbroken tributes flow for playwright and journalist Aroha Awarau
Tributes pour in for Aroha Awarau, a trusted voice in New Zealand’s arts and journalism The New Zealand arts and media community is mourning the loss of Aroha Awarau, a prolific playwright and journalist who died yesterday at the age of 49 after a short battle with cancer. A social media announcement described his passing…
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Heartbroken: Tributes pour in for playwright and journalist Aroha Awarau
Heartbroken: Tributes flow for playwright and journalist Aroha Awarau Tributes are flooding in for Aroha Awarau, a respected playwright and journalist whose sudden passing at the age of 49 has shocked the arts and media communities. A social media post announcing his death said he died peacefully, surrounded by care and love, a testament to…
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Amanda Seyfried Is in Her Element: An Intimate Upstate Chat
In the Heart of Upstate Tranquility At the suggestion of Amanda Seyfried, we meet in the middle of nowhere—an elegant, discreet restaurant perched on a gentle rise within an expansive upstate estate. The setting is quiet, with a painter’s palette of autumnal light skimming over rolling fields and a dining room that feels intimate yet…
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This Is Where It All Started: Nina Simone’s Childhood Home Rehabilitated With Care
New Life for a Landmark Childhood Home The long-awaited rehabilitation of Nina Simone’s childhood home has begun, offering a careful revival of a place that shaped a legendary voice and a formidable advocate for civil rights. Located in a neighborhood that witnessed the early chapters of the singer’s extraordinary life, the project aims to balance…
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The Detty December Bubble: How Nigeria Is Pricing Itself Out of a Billion-Dollar Cultural Economy
Introduction: The Detty December Phenomenon Detty December started as a spontaneous burst of end-of-year energy in Nigerian cities, evolving into a global cultural phenomenon. What began as a social media-driven invitation for parties, concerts, and nightlife in December has grown into a massive, multi-sector economic engine. This is not a government blueprint; it’s a market-led…
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What to Expect from 2026 in Science, Arts, Politics and Society
Overview: A year of rapid change across multiple fronts As 2026 unfolds, global headlines point to a year of rapid innovation and evolving social norms. From medical breakthroughs in obesity treatment to shifts in political landscapes and transformative trends in the arts, the year ahead is likely to redefine everyday life for millions. This overview…
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The Greats We Lost in 2025: Malaysians Who Shaped Our Collective Memory
Introduction: A year of loss, a nation’s memory 2025 was a year that reminded Malaysia of its shared history and the people who helped shape it. From the corridors of power to the stages of theatres, from battlegrounds of journalism to the streets that activism has long walked, many individuals left indelible imprints on the…
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The Greats Who Left Us in 2025: Malaysia Remembers
Introduction: A year of lasting legacies 2025 was a year when Malaysia bade farewell to a number of remarkable individuals whose work extended beyond their immediate circles. From political leadership and investigative journalism to advocacy, the arts, and sports, these figures left an enduring imprint on the nation’s shared memory. Their legacies continue to shape…
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Remembering the cultural icons we lost this year
Remembering the cultural icons we lost this year Each year, the arts community loses a constellation of talented minds—writers, musicians, actors, filmmakers, visual artists—whose work enriched our culture, challenged conventions, and sparked conversations that continue long after their creations debut. In reflecting on their legacies, we honor not just the outputs they left behind, but…