Oscar-winning director joins boycott, withdraws from Israeli festival
French director Michel Gondry has withdrawn his film from the Cinema South Festival in Sderot as cultural boycotts of “Israel” mount over the war on Gaza war.
Dua Lipa cuts ties with manager linked to letter targeting Kneecap
Dua Lipa ended her partnership with David Levy after reports linked him to efforts to block Irish rap group Kneecap, underscoring her commitment to artistic freedom and solidarity with Palestine.
Lavrov hails global interest in revived Intervision 2025 contest
Russia has revived the Intervision 2025 song contest as a cultural alternative to Eurovision, with Lavrov hailing its global appeal and participation from BRICS and beyond.
Fruita sculpture on the move after fracas over female form
Pavia Justinian sees joy when she looks at Zafira, a colorful sculpture she created, which is balanced on…
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Kneecap vow to fight Canada ban over pro-Palestine stance
Belfast rap group Kneecap plan legal action, saying the ban is an attack on free expression and solidarity with Palestine.
Over 400 artists pull music from 'Israel' over Gaza genocide
MIKE, Massive Attack, Kneecap, and Primal Scream protest the Gaza genocide by removing music from Israeli platforms.
Stolen Costa Rican Antiquities Head Home After Manhattan Probe
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg, Jr., revealed the return of nine ancient artifacts to Costa Rica on Thursday. These items came from investigations into looting and trafficking rings that target cultural heritage in South and Central America. Dealers and collectors allegedly snuck them into the U.S. and hid their origins through fake stories, shows, […]
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Ancient mummies in Asia may be world’s oldest, study finds
A new study reveals smoke-dried mummies in Southeast Asia and China date back 12,000 years, predating Chile’s Chinchorro remains and Egypt’s Old Kingdom burials.
Ghanaian civil society calls to cancel Israeli film festival
Civil society leaders, artists, and academics are calling for the cancellation of the Israeli Film Festival in Accra, denouncing it as propaganda amid the war on Gaza.
Looking Back at Life in Costa Rica Before Independence
Costa Rica marks 204 years of independence today, September 15, with parades and lanterns lighting up the night. For expats and visitors settling into the pura vida lifestyle, it’s a good time to glance at the past. What did daily life look like in this corner of Central America before the break from Spain? The […]
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Stars turn Emmys red carpet into a call to end Gaza genocide
Hannah Einbinder, Ruth Negga, Chris Perfetti, and Aimee Lou Wood have attended the ceremony sporting red pins from the Artists4Ceasefire campaign.
Costa Rica’s Independence Day Visitors Guide
For those few who are visiting our country and for whatever reason, may not know yet, Costa Rica celebrates its 204th Independence Day tomorrow – September 15. It’s a national holiday that honors the 1821 break from Spain. Parades, music, and flag displays fill the streets, while the day shifts some daily operations. Travelers will […]
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IOF raid Oscar-winning director Basel Adra’s home
Palestinian director Basel Adra recounts how Israeli occupation forces raided his Masafer Yatta home after settler violence, searching for him and questioning his family.
Costa Rica Celebrates Independence with Traditional Torch Relay
The Torch of Independence began its traditional journey through Costa Rica today. More than 22,000 students from across the country carry the torch both today and tomorrow, covering 378 kilometers from Peñas Blancas to Cartago in celebration of 204 years of independence. The welcoming ceremony was held at the Peñas Blancas border crossing, where Costa […]
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Africa leads world tourism growth in early 2025, UN reports
Africa saw a 12% rise in tourist arrivals in early 2025, led by Morocco, Egypt, and South Africa, as UN data shows the continent outpacing global tourism growth.
Ireland, Spain, Slovenia threaten Eurovision boycott over 'Israel'
Ireland has described the participation as "unconscionable given the ongoing and appalling loss of lives in Gaza.”
1,200+ film figures vow boycott of 'Israel' over Gaza genocide
From Oscar winners to rising stars, film workers demand accountability, are refusing to collaborate with Israeli institutions tied to oppression.
Banksy targets UK crackdown on protest with new High Court mural
Banksy has painted a mural on London's High Court showing a judge striking a protester, widely seen as a critique of Britain's ban on Palestine Action and the mass arrests of its supporters.
Gaza genocide sparks divisions in global music industry: WSJ
The war on Gaza has ignited deep divisions in the global music industry, with artists facing boycotts, backlash, and pressure to take sides on "Israel" and Palestine.
