The girls are worshipped as goddesses – and then forced to leave everything at puberty
In Nepal, young girls are chosen to be worshipped as living goddesses until they reach puberty, at which point they face the challenge of reintegrating into society.
The Challenge of the Fallas: How to Prevent the UNESCO World Heritage Festival from Being Swallowed by Mass Tourism
Valencia's Fallas Festival, now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, faces challenges from mass tourism that threatens its sustainability and local community.
Peruvian Woman Settled in Lithuania: The Biggest Challenge is Not the Language
Cynthia Palza, a woman from Peru living in Vilnius, shares her experiences of adapting to life in Lithuania, focusing on cultural differences and personal growth.
TESTS: Can you recognize Jānis Streičs' films from a single frame?
The article invites readers to identify films by the renowned Latvian director Jānis Streičs from a single frame, celebrating his contribution to Latvian cinema.
PalabraLab: 15 years of cultural resistance in Guayaquil against insecurity and the challenge of promoting independent reading
PalabraLab in Guayaquil celebrates 15 years of promoting independent reading amidst cultural challenges and insecurity.
Sandra Gamarra Heshiki subverts the make-believe that defined American history
Peruvian artist Sandra Gamarra Heshiki creates a fictional contemporary art museum, LiMac, to challenge the dominance of hegemonic art narratives and highlight cultural fragility in peripheral regions.
The lawyer who pays out of her own pocket for concerts she wants to hear and no one else does in Madrid
A lawyer in Madrid is funding concerts featuring contemporary composers that challenge the traditional focus on historical classical music.
Documenta and Berlinale: "This feels to me like a hostile takeover"
The article discusses how cultural events like Documenta and Berlinale are threatened by activist and political pressures that challenge artistic freedom, featuring insights from Meron Mendel and Saba-Nur Cheema.
Concert in Dorfen: Italo-Rock Melange Against Macho Power Plays
The Dorfen cultural center celebrates International Women's Day with a concert by the all-female band Principess, who use their music to challenge male dominance and mansplaining.
Emigrating from Argentina with children: went away as a couple, returned, and now faces another challenge: 'Did we do the right thing?'
Natalia reflects on her experience of emigrating from Argentina with her children and the challenges that come with it.
Angola faces the challenge of teenage pregnancy: being a mother without ceasing to be a child
Angola grapples with one of the highest teenage pregnancy rates globally, rooted in inadequate sexual education and overwhelming familial, social, and cultural pressures on young girls.
Only Children: What Myths Persist and What is the True Impact of Not Having Siblings
The article discusses enduring myths about only children and the psychological insights that challenge these stereotypes.
Welsh elections a choice between culture or ignorance, Plaid leader says
The leader of Plaid Cymru emphasized that the upcoming Welsh parliament elections pose a clear choice between cultural advancement and ignorance, as his party prepares to challenge Reform UK.
Unusual Challenge. Olomouc Must Consider Ramadan, Observed by Three Players
Olomouc football coach Tomáš Janotka must accommodate the Ramadan fasting observed by three players ahead of their Conference League match in Lausanne.
Review. The Republic Day concert showed balance and composure
The Republic Day concert featured a diverse musical program that aimed to appeal to a broad audience while navigating the artistic challenge of relevance and engagement.
Architect: Designing the Tallinn City Theatre was a real challenge
Architect Ralf Lõoke noted that designing the Tallinn City Theatre was a significant challenge due to its location.
TESTS ⟩ Do you know what these words mean in Latvian?
The article presents a quiz challenge to test readers' knowledge of 15 Latvian words and their meanings.
THE NEW PIECE OF THE STAGE SCHOOL ⟩ For the public, it means a challenge – laughter takes breath away
A new play at the Stage School in Estonia poses a unique challenge for the audience, aimed at invoking laughter in a way that is rarely seen in recent years.
Agricultural Policy in France: Between Stable Smell and State Crisis
France is grappling with a low-meat dietary strategy at the Paris Agricultural Show, a significant challenge for a country where beef is considered a cornerstone of identity.
The Games are closing (but without Trump). Milan wins the challenge between pins, pastries, and queues
The Winter Games in Milan are concluding with a closing ceremony that highlights the cultural and entertainment aspects of the event, finishing with a hockey match between Canada and the USA.
Jonathan Roumie vows that 40-day faith challenge can cut through 'the noise in the culture'
Jonathan Roumie discusses the significance of Lent and the Hallow 40 Day Prayer Challenge, emphasizing meditation and reflection amidst cultural distractions.
The challenge of creating a fabric softener bottle or a toothbrush: André Ricard stars in the design exhibition of the year
André Ricard, a pioneer of industrial design, features in an exhibition at the Fernando Fernán Gómez cultural center showcasing his influential works that emphasize the relationship between utility and aesthetics in everyday objects.
Japanese violinist performs 'Nuestro juramento' on social media: What a beautiful melody!
Koh, a Japanese violinist and weightlifting enthusiast, shares his interpretation of Ecuador's iconic song 'Nuestro juramento' in a creative daily challenge on social media.
Anna October, a designer in Ukraine: "The biggest challenge is working in a war zone. Every day there are bombings, I see missiles and drones from the window"
Ukrainian designer Anna October discusses the challenges of her work amidst ongoing war, emphasizing the resilience and cultural significance of fashion.
Susanna Laine had to make a complete turnaround at the mosque door - published a picture of her outfit: "I was about to give up"
Finnish presenter Susanna Laine faced a wardrobe challenge when visiting the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, needing to adhere to strict dress codes before gaining entry.
Artificial Intelligence Writes Novels: Has the Era of Mechanical Narration Begun?
The rise of artificial intelligence in creative writing poses a significant challenge to traditional literary values, as AI-generated works have started competing in literary contests.
Greta Schüldt: Loving 'Lolita' despite Jeffrey Epstein also loving 'Lolita'
Greta Schüldt discusses the challenge of sharing a favorite novel with a convicted sex offender, reflecting on the interpretation of Nabokov's 'Lolita' in light of Jeffrey Epstein's admiration for it.
History of Diversity: The Third Gender is Not a Modern Invention
Morgane Llanque aims to challenge historical narratives by demonstrating that non-conforming gender identities have always existed in Europe's rich cultural history, illustrated through various historical examples.
Art Estate Foundation: Where to put the art when the artist dies?
The Art Estate Foundation in Frankfurt addresses the challenge of storing and preserving valuable artworks after an artist's passing, amidst full museum depots and a disinterested market.
Preview of the Culture Year: Who Will Make Headlines in 2026
Artist Luisa Baldhuber is creating immersive installations that challenge common perceptions, exemplified by her recent work 'Afterglow' at Haus der Kunst.
He brought modern ideas home and started a process that will disrupt Hungarian plans
Count Janko Drašković, a prominent figure in 19th-century Croatian culture, is recognized for introducing modern ideas that challenge Hungarian political ambitions.
Boom di Zalone, record at Christmas and million-dollar challenge with 'Avatar 3'
Checco Zalone's latest film 'Buen Camino' has sparked debate among viewers, hailed by some as a must-see while criticized by others, yet it remains a cultural phenomenon drawing diverse audiences in Italy.