Tag #Cultural Appropriation

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French Heritage Days: A Battleground for Political Ideology

This year's French Heritage Days, typically a unifying event, are marked by intense political division, with right- and left-wing groups vying for control over the narrative and representation of France's history and cultural heritage.

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Adidas Accused of Cultural Appropriation for "Oaxaca Slip-On" Shoe Design

Adidas faces accusations of cultural appropriation in Mexico for its "Oaxaca Slip-On" shoe, designed by Willy Chavarria, which resembles traditional Zapotec huaraches, prompting the Oaxaca state government to demand the brand halt sales and engage in dialogue with the Yalalag community.

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Tate Modern Hosts First Emily Kame Kngwarreye Exhibition

The Tate Modern in London is hosting Emily Kame Kngwarreye's first European solo exhibition, showcasing over 70 works, from early batiks to final paintings, from September 2024, contrasting with the Tate's 1996 rejection of Indigenous Australian art.

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Prada Acknowledges Indian Roots of Footwear Design After Backlash

Italian luxury brand Prada faced criticism in India for its new footwear line, closely resembling traditional Kolhapuri sandals, prompting an acknowledgement of the sandals' Indian origins and a commitment to engaging with local artisans after the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce voiced concerns abou...

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65,000 Years": Challenging the History of Australian Art

The University of Melbourne's Potter Museum of Art presents "65,000 Years: A Short History of Australian Art", a powerful exhibition featuring over 400 works from First Nations artists across Australia that directly confronts the historical devaluation and misrepresentation of Aboriginal art, highli...

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Magic Farm": Cultural Cluelessness and Environmental Injustice in Latin America

Amalia Ulman's "Magic Farm" follows a New York documentary crew's misadventures in Latin America, where their cultural cluelessness causes them to miss a major environmental story of pesticide dumping causing a health crisis, while the locals have resigned themselves to their fate.

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Grillz Artist Clova Rae-Smith: From Viral Instagram Giveaway to Designing for Beyoncé

Clova Rae-Smith, a New York-based grillz artist, initially hesitant about entering the field due to cultural appropriation concerns, has gained significant success, designing custom pieces for celebrities and major brands while focusing on inclusivity and unique designs.

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Oaxaca Threatens Adidas with Lawsuit Over Culturally Appropriated Shoe

The Mexican state of Oaxaca is threatening legal action against Adidas over its "Oaxaca Slip-On" shoe, which resembles a traditional huarache sandal from Villa Hidalgo Yalalag, accusing the company of cultural appropriation; Governor Salomón Jara Cruz demands the shoe's withdrawal, dialogue with the...

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Prada Sandal Controversy: Indian Artisans Demand Recognition and Fair Compensation

Italian luxury brand Prada's new sandal line, nearly identical to the traditional Indian Kolhapuri sandals, has ignited a controversy over cultural appropriation, prompting accusations, a Prada statement acknowledging the sandals' roots, and calls for better recognition and compensation for the roug...

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Westphalians' Herrentag Trip Sparks Debate on Cultural Appropriation

Four Westphalians plan a Herrentag trip to Mecklenburg, sparking humorous reflections on East-West German cultural differences, political correctness, and the ironic adoption of American traditions like Mother's Day.

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WWE Acquires Lucha Libre AAA: Global Expansion or Cultural Appropriation?

World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) acquired Mexico's Lucha Libre AAA on April 19th in Las Vegas, aiming for global expansion, sparking mixed reactions due to potential cultural appropriation and economic impacts; the deal includes collaboration with Mexican firm Fillip and will debut in Los Angeles...

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Russia's Destruction of Ukrainian Cultural Heritage

Since February 24, 2022, Russia has destroyed or damaged 494 Ukrainian cultural sites, including museums and historical monuments, and systematically looted thousands of artifacts, aiming to erase Ukrainian identity and rewrite history, as evidenced by the transfer of Crimean art to Russia and the e...

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