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The radical notion of the ‘Mediterranean spirit’ and why we need it now more than ever
Novelist Albert Camus had it right: happiness lies in living in harmony with our surroundings. But what can this idea teach us about finding human connections in cities today?
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Interview: Canadian author Éric Chacour, a rising star on Québec’s literary scene
How growing up between cultures informed his award-winning debut novel.
Culture Cuts: Art shows, music and films to savour this month
From exhibitions that challenge and entertain to Mexican tales of the unexpected, and breezy tracks that will put a spring in your step.
The art of a narrative: How Louise Courvoisier and Natasha Brown bring stories to life
Slice of lifeLouise Courvoisier, director The process of making comté cheese isn’t something that has had much cinematic airtime. But director Louise Courvoisier puts the arduous task centre stage in Holy Cow. The new…
Interview: Meet Martin Österdahl, the man behind Eurovision
Martin Österdahl is the man that makes Eurovision run smoothly. We catch up with him in Basel, where the competition will be held in May.
Why we need to nurture children’s media literacy
With traditional news organisations forced to compete with online disinformation, media literacy is now more important than ever. Here, a Slovenian journalist explains why she founded Casoris, an online platform offering children trustworthy news.
How can we defend journalism in an age of declining press freedoms? One Berlin-based firm has the answer
Publix, a media hub in Berlin, is dedicated to promoting and protecting journalism. We get the scoop.
Inside the former home of Enver Hoxha, transformed into a vibrant artists’ residence
The transformation of the Stalinist dictator’s residence is rewriting the country’s oppressive history and breathing new life into its cultural landscape.
Thailand’s Khao Yai Art Forest is uprooting contemporary art from galleries and planting it into nature
Artificial fog, floating roofs and a Louise Bourgeois spider await you in this beautifully immersive escape.
Christie’s expands into Saudi Arabia under the helm of Nour Kelani
With a booming arts scene and a young, discerning clientele, Saudi Arabia has become a key market for collectors. Enter Nour Kelani, the Riyadh-based expert shaping Christie’s future in the Kingdom.
