Culture and Media

Being part of a “community” is a primordial human instinct. Within a community, one can find warmth and a sense of security in shared values and familiar principles. It is a comforting space, a promised land where hopes, fears, challenges,…

One of Seoul city’s must-see places is Insa-dong, where many art galleries are located in the vibrant tourist-friendly village in the city’s center. As that neighborhood is one of my favorite places in the city, I am always curious about…

American soft power operations in this new era that’ll likely follow USAID and USAGM’s far-reaching reforms under Trump 2.0 will be more creative, appealing, and effective than all that came before. Trump’s Executive Order last week eliminating the US Agency…

Last November, we received the news that İlhan Sami Çomak had finally been granted his freedom—a moment that took many of us by surprise. After 30 years of wrongful imprisonment, İlhan’s release marked the end of a long and arduous…

Geneva: Press Emblem Campaign, the global media safety and rights body, expressed relief that Kashmiri journalist Majid Hyderi was released recently following an Indian court’s order stating that criticism of the government can not constitute grounds for detention. Arrested under…

On 6th March 2025, the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation hosted the roundtable “Information Bridge: Russia – Africa.” The event was organized by the Expert Council on Development and Support of Comprehensive Partnership with African…

By: Rhodalyn B. Cabbotot The Panagbenga Festival, held annually in Baguio City, is more than just a celebration of flowers. It’s a vibrant representation of the community’s roots, strength, and solidarity. The 2025 festival’ theme is “Blossom Beyond Boundaries’‘, capturing…

One way to understand what happened at the White House between Zelensky and Trump on March 1st regarding Ukraine’s future is through Trump’s own words: it was about “being good TV in front of the American people.” He also declared…

The author is a renowned journalist, political scientist, and professor of journalism at New York University. He headed The New Republic magazine and is the author of four books. Named among the hundred “global thinkers” by Foreign Affairs, he is…

Guwahati, India: The Press Club of Assam (PCA) expressed annoyance over the latest development, where a State Minister allegedly made unwanted comments about Bhaona, a traditional performing art form. The Minister later clarified it, denying it with a strong message…