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Sudan crisis: Threat to culture ‘unprecedented,’ UNESCO says

Sudan is sinking into war and chaos. Many cultural and world heritage sites have been destroyed or looted as millions of people are displaced.https://ouo.io/IRYKNmC
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War-torn Sudan faces cultural ruin

Sudan is sinking into war and chaos. Many cultural and world heritage sites have been destroyed or looted as millions of people are displaced.https://ouo.io/LsSIKk
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Taylor Swift and the US election: Do endorsements matter?

Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, were overjoyed when singer Taylor Swift shared her support for the Democratic team on Instagram. But only certain voters are influenced by celebrity endorsements.https://ouo.io/PbJn2z
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How Tupperware parties empowered homebound suburban women

As Tupperware files for bankruptcy, here’s a look back at how the iconic US company and its “Tupperware party” business model became a cultural phenomenon.https://ouo.io/R2sZWY
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Oktoberfest: Beer and pretzels in a sustainable package

More than Bavarians in lederhosen balancing frothing beer mugs and fried sausages, the world’s largest folk festival is becoming more inclusive and eco-friendly.https://ouo.io/7xZeW8
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Cities start fighting rental crisis triggered by overtourism

In many tourism hotspots, from Barcelona to Paris, locals struggle to access affordable housing. Are vacation rentals to blame?https://ouo.io/LoofOuf
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Use, and misuse, of music in US presidential campaigns

As Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell become the latest celebs to endorse Kamala Harris, here’s a look at the history of music in political campaigns.https://ouo.io/P2RSYi
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German culture scene unites against far-right AfD party

With Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany Party (AfD) set to take more seats in European elections, cultural institutions want to counter the “extremist politics.”https://ouo.io/jVrKG2
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How arts and culture are a thorn in the side of the AfD

As the far-right populist party AfD gains popularity in eastern Germany, a cultural war looms. Are theaters, museums and youth clubs under threat?https://ouo.io/WiW7rk
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Emmys: Japanese-language show ‘Shogun’ breaks record

Japanese-language historical drama “Shogun” has smashed Emmy records by winning 18 trophies at the latest edition of TV’s most coveted awards. The 76th Emmys also saw “Hacks,” “The Bear,” and “Baby Reindeer” shine.https://ouo.io/WilbEV