Ukrainian Food Blogger: Russians Claim Everything. They Turned My Old Lviv Recipe into an Evening Sochi Cake
Ukrainian food blogger Lesia Kravecka discusses how a Russian blogger appropriated her Old Lviv recipe, which a bakery in Sochi is now selling as an Evening Sochi cake.
Australian label AROHA changes name following backlash
Australian activewear label AROHA has changed its name to VYRA following backlash for using a Māori word without connection to Māori culture.
"Relooted": a video game to take back the looted African heritage from Western museums
The video game "Relooted" allows players to virtually reclaim African artifacts that have been taken to Western museums.
Madrilucía or how the identity of cities is perverted: “We cannot package idiosyncrasy as a souvenir”
The article discusses the controversial 'Madrilucía' event in Madrid, which aims to recreate the Andalusian Feria de Abril amidst accusations of cultural appropriation and debates about the authenticity of city identities.
Why Gen Zs on social media are having 'a very Chinese time in my life'
Gen Z on social media is trending with the phrase 'You met me at a very Chinese time in my life' as videos showcasing stereotypical Chinese activities go viral, eliciting mixed feelings among Chinese Australians.
Norwegians Angry Over American Uniforms at the Winter Olympics: 'It’s Like Watching Our Athletes'
Norwegians have expressed outrage over the American Olympic team's uniforms, claiming they mimic traditional Norwegian designs.
This is our pattern: Norwegians accused the American team of stealing uniform designs for the Winter Olympics
Norwegians have accused the American Olympic team of plagiarizing traditional Norwegian designs for their uniforms for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Of Servants and Papamoscas
The article critiques critics of Moreno Bonilla, discussing the controversy surrounding accusations of blackface and its perceived foreign origins, while referencing cultural celebrations.
'We are the people' has become unusable due to appropriation by right-wing forces
Cultural scientist Daphne Weber explores the potency of political slogans, explaining how 'We are the people' from the Peaceful Revolution has been co-opted by nationalist forces and discussing the enduring relevance of slogans like 'Peace to the huts, war to the palaces.'