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The US connection: Peter Aspden on cinema’s exception culturelle

Europe’s film-makers want protection from the might of Hollywood. That’s understandable, argues the FT’s arts writer, but also wrong-headed: the two traditions are deeply intertwined  


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Age of innocence? Julius Purcell on the cultural legacy of 1913

Pre-first world war Vienna has some curious parallels with Spain today  


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Going soft: Peter Aspden on the cultural wealth of nations

Countries are vying to project their worth through art, sport and broadcasting. But ‘soft power’ is not always easy to control, says the FT’s arts writer  


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Culture versus clutter: Peter Aspden on ‘Stuffocation’

In a persuasive new book, the trend forecaster James Wallman says that our appetite for material possessions is giving way to a hunger for experiences. How will that shift be reflected in the arts?  


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Art of the unexpected: Deborah Bull on measuring cultural impact

The Director of Cultural Partnerships at King's College London reflects on the growing appetite among artists and arts organisations for evidence about the impact and value of what they do  


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Just reach out: Peter Aspden on making culture accessible

A brush with institutional hauteur in Nice makes the FT’s arts writer long for the determinedly inclusive museums and galleries of the UK  


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Sun, sea and tragic wisdom: Peter Aspden on cultural tourism

On holiday in Greece, the FT’s arts writer travels to some out-of-the-way ancient sites and wonders whether they still hold lessons for 21st-century visitors – or are just another aspect of vacation kitsch  


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Odey called out over Brazil agriculture investment

Global Witness highlights UK hedge fund’s stake in company accused of environmental violations




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Culture wars are infecting the UK’s pandemic strategy

The attempt to set up gender equality and ethnic diversity as the enemies of prosperity is telling




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Katie Price shares snap of her lounging in the bath as she 'reflects in style on a difficult year'

The former glamour model, 41, appeared to be relaxed as she held onto a glass of champagne and posed nude in the bathroom on Saturday.




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Miley Cyrus interviews 'pop culture icons' Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie on Bright Minded

Miley Cyrus returned to Instagram Live on Friday for another episode of her weekly web series Bright Minded, where she hosted one-on-one interviews with 'pop culture icons' Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton.




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HENRY DEEDES: Boris Johnson's difficult coronavirus briefing

HENRY DEEDES: The PM's prognosis was: no pubs, no clubs, and no more trips to the theatre. In fact, no heading outdoors unless extremely necessary.




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Scottish Building firm slammed for 'glamourising rape culture' 

Core Drilling Specialist Limited (CDS Ltd) have been branded 'misogynistic' after displaying the offensive picture onto the side of a generator in Edinburgh city centre.




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Jade Jolie's 'stunning' looks made it difficult for John Travolta to see real Taylor Swift at VMAs

The 32-year-old impersonator harbored no ill-will toward the minor event and credits her 'stunning' looks for swaying Travolta with the easy mix-up on stage.




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Emma Watson reveals she is 'fascinated with kink culture'

In an interview with author Valerie Hudson for Teen Vogue , the actress, 29, discussed her interests with the culture due to the level of communication and why she coined the phrase 'self-partnered'.




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Deceptively difficult emoji quiz puts your knowledge of capital cities to the test

Nikki Spiers, 31, who lives in London, is known for creating social media's viral emoji quizzes. She has posted a new challenge, asking puzzlers to name 20 capital cities using emojis.




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Love Island's Molly-Mae Hague slammed for 'cultural appropriation' over Cleopatra Halloween costume

The influencer wore a costume comprising traditional clothing for Egyptian monarchy, a black wig, a gold beaded headdress and held a large Ankh in her hand




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Pamela Anderson is slammed for cultural appropriation after wearing a Native American headdress

The photos are from a collaboration with photographer Laurie Stark, taken to benefit Native American activist Leonard Peltier as his lawyers fought to have him released from prison.




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Angelina Jolie explains how she survived the difficult years after splitting from Brad Pitt

Angelina Jolie has revealed she leaned on her six children for support in the years that followed the difficult break-up




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Angelina Jolie felt 'pretty broken' after 'a few years of difficulty' upon her return to acting

The film Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil is set to be released on Friday. And Angelina Jolie opened up about reprising the role after a four year break from acting.




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Angelina Jolie says she found strength from her children over the past few 'difficult years'

Angelina Jolie has spoken about how she was in a 'dark and difficult place' over the past two years after splitting from her husband Brad Pitt.




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Katy Perry, Taylor Swift and Eminem inspire a cult member to pursue a pop music career 

Enoch Loyal, 20, escaped from the notorious Gloriavale four years ago, an isolated christian community in New Zealand that shun most of the outside world.




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Fernandinho describes Diego Costa as his 'most difficult' opponent

The Brazilian has faced the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo during an illustrious career but says the notoriously tricky former Chelsea striker was the toughest to get the better of.




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Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden defends Cheltenham Festival go ahead despite coronavirus outbreak

The four-day Festival was staged as planned in front of 250,000 people, with additional hygiene measures in place due to the coronavirus pandemic, and concluded on March 13. 




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Sergio Aguero admits he finds it difficult to face Virgil van Dijk as he labels him one of the best

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has heaped praise on Virgil van Dijk, admitting the Liverpool defender's physical attributes make him extremely tough to play against.




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Piers Morgan likens Strictly cast to a CULT as he rips into 'dancing couples in ISOLATION' plan

During Wednesday's instalment of Good Morning Britain, the presenter, 55, laid into those who have appeared on Strictly (which includes co-host Susanna Reid, 49)




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Joe Schmidt admits Ireland are not the best any more after difficult start to 2019

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt has admitted that his side have struggled to cope with the pressure after their stellar 2018.




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Johnny Sexton insists Ireland are putting difficult year behind them after surging to impressive win

RORY KEANE AT THE AVIVA STADIUM: Johnny Sexton says Ireland are trying to draw a line under the hellish events of last year and Saturday was a good start as Andy Farrell's side won.




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Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden defends Cheltenham Festival go ahead despite coronavirus outbreak

The four-day Festival was staged as planned in front of 250,000 people, with additional hygiene measures in place due to the coronavirus pandemic, and concluded on March 13. 




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Rebel Wilson reveals her difficult decade and how she 'took a risk' by moving to Hollywood

Australian actress Rebel Wilson is now one of Hollywood's biggest stars. But the 39-year-old has revealed it was a very different story 10 years ago, and the 'risk' she took for fame. 




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Rebel Wilson defends Cats movie - and reveals why it could become a cult classic

Rebel Wilson has defended the widely-panned movie Cats, claiming it could one day become a cult classic. 




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Miami ob/gyn working in Zika 'ground zero' explains the difficult conversations she has

Christine Curry teaches and practices obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Miami Hospital. So far she has treated over a dozen pregnant women with Zika, with many more expected.




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Briton recruited aged 14 into 'cult' that worships North Korean dictators has been kicked out

Alex Meads, now 23, was excommunicated by the London-based Korean Friendship Association's 'paranoid' chairman, Dermot Hudson, earlier this year.




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RICHARD KAY: Did Boris Johnson fall victim to the No10 'machismo culture'? 

RICHARD KAY: The hardest part must be accepting the sympathy while having to acknowledge that the exterior he has always presented has been breached.




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The Pope warns globalisation and technology are producing 'a cultural devastation' 

Pope Francis warned that technology and globalisation were homogenising young people to the point where their uniqueness and cultural individuality were endangered.




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Culture minister Oliver Dowden describes news as 'the fourth emergency service'

Culture secretary Oliver Dowden called on big companies including Amazon and Tesco to 'play your part' in supporting what he described as 'Britain's fourth emergency service'.




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Pride of Britain Awards: Love Island's India Reynolds discusses her 'difficult' split with Ovie Soko

The Love Island beauty, 28, stunned in a burgundy off-the-shoulder gown as she discussed her 'difficult' split from boyfriend Ovie Soko at the Pride of Britain Awards at the Grosvenor House hotel on Monday.




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Woodstock founder recalls how the iconic three-day festival changed American culture

Generation Woodstock is set to air on the ABC on Tuesday night, examining the cultural impact of the iconic event.




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French Eurovision song denounced by country's culture minister for using English lyrics

Frank Riester criticised the song, The Best In Me, after it was unveiled by singer Tom Leeb on Sunday. Mr Riester did not object to its artistic quality but instead was critical of the fact that half the song is in English.




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Instacart's army of shoppers has exploded from 180,000 to 500,000 since the start of the pandemic — and some workers say it's making the job more difficult for everyone

Instacart recruited 300,000 new gig workers in just a month — and has plans to hire another 250,000 — as demand for grocery delivery surges during the coronavirus pandemic, the company announced in April.Instacart's CEO told Bloomberg business has been so good that the company has already hit its sales goals through 2022.But veteran shoppers told Bloomberg a different story — that the influx of new workers and Instacart's push for efficiency has exacerbated existing issues around poor working conditions.Instacart workers have staged multiple protests since the pandemic began, demanding everything from hazard pay to more protective gear.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.Instacart is one of the lucky businesses that have boomed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. CEO Apoorva




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Gymnastics-Italian Lodadio cultivates his garden to...

GROTTAFERRATA, Italy, May 9 (Reuters) - Gymnasts around the world have been trying to stay fit amid tough restrictions during the COVID-19 crisis, and Italy...




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Sally Brown: This year's been so difficult it made me question why I put myself through hell just to race

SALLY BROWN: It has been a difficult year for me. In January my feet started giving me problems again. I wasn't even able to train.




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FEMME attends launch of cult sportswear brand Champion

Plans to release new music soon




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'The characteristic of the ball... made life difficult': Klopp refuses to blame Adrian for goal

Willian's effort from the edge of the area slipped from Adrian's grasp and into the side of the net after only 13 minutes of their FA Cup encounter at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday night.




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Jurgen Klopp admits it was 'difficult' to deny Philippe Coutinho his Barcelona move

The Brazilian midfielder finally got his move to the Nou Camp in January 2018 in a deal worth £145million after drawn out negotiations between the Reds and Spanish giants.




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Obama tears into woke culture and purity tests: Former president says 'good people have flaws'

Barack was joined by his wife Michelle on Tuesday at their annual Obama Foundation summit in Chicago, where the former first lady also said: 'I can't make people not afraid of black people.'




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Briton recruited aged 14 into 'cult' that worships North Korean dictators has been kicked out

Alex Meads, now 23, was excommunicated by the London-based Korean Friendship Association's 'paranoid' chairman, Dermot Hudson, earlier this year.




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Josh Reynolds describes weeks since he was charged as one of the most difficult periods of his life

NRL star Josh Reynolds fired back at ex-girlfriend Arabella Del Busso after the domestic violence charges levelled against him were dropped on Wednesday.




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Gisele Bundchen, 39, does a difficult yoga move with her mini-me daughter, 7

The snapshot was given to Vogue for their special June/July issue that also includes over 150 contributors that share what they are doing during self-isolation from COVID-19.