The restaurant chain in Spain cannot be named La Mafia. The Italian government protested.
An Italian government protest has prevented a restaurant chain in Spain from using the name 'La Mafia.'
The Navajo Nation at war against the toxic legacy of uranium and the series 'Dark Winds'
Navajo activists criticize the portrayal of their culture in the series 'Dark Winds' and express concerns over cultural appropriation and representation.
How the Ancestry of the Toad Venom 5-MeO-DMT Was Manufactured
The article explores the origins and cultural appropriation of the psychoactive substance 5-MeO-DMT derived from the Sonoran Desert toad, addressing its commodification and the mythologizing of indigenous practices.
Oscar Reinforces Traditions and Remains Closed to the Terror of 'Sinners'
The Oscar Academy increasingly welcomes horror films and blockbusters, provided they adhere to strict standards, with the film 'Sinners' barely making a mark despite its hybrid nature.
George Clooney accused of ‘strip-mining Americana for cash’ with beer launch after move to France: expert
George Clooney faces criticism for launching a new non-alcoholic beer brand that heavily utilizes American imagery while he resides in France.
Students from a school in Recife hold a party with the theme 'Crazy in the Hill' and are targeted by criticism
A themed party organized by graduation committees at Colégio Damas in Recife has drawn criticism for promoting stereotypes associated with residents of impoverished areas.
Students from a traditional school hold a party themed 'Crazy on the Hill' and the event generates criticism and debate about 'recreational racism'
A party themed 'Crazy on the Hill' organized by students from a traditional school in Recife has sparked controversy for allegedly promoting 'recreational racism' with cultural stereotypes.
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.'