Culture & Society — Archive
Notable deaths, cultural events with political significance, and moments where culture meets politics
Anna Wintour Calls Designer John Galliano 'Courageous,' Offers Him 'Full Support' After Met Gala Withdrawal
The Vogue editor's backing of the disgraced designer, who was forced to step down from hosting this year's Met Gala following past antisemitic incidents, has drawn sharp criticism.
Measles Deaths Reported in Pennsylvania Spark Feud Among Politicians and Health Officials
Two unvaccinated residents died after measles infection, marking the state's first such deaths in decades as a national surge continues.
Newly Unclassified Pentagon Images Show Suspected Drug Boats as Operation Southern Spear Marks One Year of Strikes
The declassified photographs reveal suspected narcotics-laden vessels at sea weeks before the operation's first anniversary, with 67 strikes carried out since September 2025.
He Spent 27 Years on Death Row as a Wrongfully Convicted Man. What Comes Next?
Jimmie Duncan's conviction was overturned when courts found the bite mark evidence used against him was junk science, but he remains in legal limbo without compensation.
Hollywood's New Sex Comedies Have a Surprising Twist: Traditional Values
A wave of summer releases including 'The Invite,' 'One Night Only,' and 'Gail Daughtry' signal a shift away from the sexual revolution's on-screen legacy toward relationship-first storytelling.
Hollywood Examines Financial Fallout From Content Decisions Amid Cultural Debate
Studios are analyzing box office performance as both progressive and conservative critics claim vindication over content strategies that shaped recent film releases.
The Death of Decorum: Why Politicians and Public Figures Must Watch Their Mouths
An opinion column examines how the erosion of civil rhetoric in public discourse reflects broader shifts in political communication norms.
Norway's King Harald V Dies at 89; Crown Prince Haakon Ascends to Throne as King Haakon VIII
The monarch, who reigned for over three decades following his father Olav V, was known internationally for his sailing achievements and longstanding public service.
Convicted Bosnian Serb War Criminal Ratko Mladic Dies at 85
The former military commander was convicted of war crimes and crimes against humanity for his role in the Bosnia-Herzegovina conflict.
Measles Outbreak in Pennsylvania Claims Two Lives as Political Debate Intensifies Over Vaccine Policy
The deaths, the first measles fatalities reported in the United States this year, have sparked renewed partisan divisions over vaccination requirements and public health authority.