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It Was Worth the Wait

The second season of Severance faces high expectations after a groundbreaking first season, blending surreal storytelling with complex themes of identity.

Where is 'Playing Nice' filmed? A guide to the new ITV drama's picturesque locations

The drama explores the profound emotional complexities of parenting and identity through a shocking revelation.
#fashion

Doctored

Mohammed Waalid's editorial 'Doctored' challenges perceptions of identity and beauty, exploring the interplay between artifice and reality.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Gabriela Ruiz: Valley Girl

Gabriela Ruiz's art reflects her journey of overcoming bullying through creative expression across various mediums.

Doctored

Mohammed Waalid's editorial 'Doctored' challenges perceptions of identity and beauty, exploring the interplay between artifice and reality.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Gabriela Ruiz: Valley Girl

Gabriela Ruiz's art reflects her journey of overcoming bullying through creative expression across various mediums.
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#music

Grace VanderWaal Unplugged

Grace VanderWaal is evolving from a child prodigy to a mature artist ready to share her authentic self through music.

I started singing in a rock band in my 50s and learned it could boost my brain health | Virginia Muzik

Embracing new challenges can lead to personal growth and reclaiming one's identity, regardless of age.

No Good Deed Recap: Cracking the Case

The characters in No Good Deed face personal turmoil, confronting grief and relationships as they try to move forward in a crumbling emotional landscape.

Salma in Japan #1 - Tokyo - KALTBLUT Magazine

The series 'Salma in Japan' highlights cultural fusion through music and dance, showcasing the blend of Arab and Japanese identities.

Better Man review Robbie Williams becomes CGI chimp in surreal biopic

Robbie Williams's biopic uniquely portrays him as a CGI chimp, highlighting themes of immaturity and self-discovery against a backdrop of fame and family dynamics.

Grace VanderWaal Unplugged

Grace VanderWaal is evolving from a child prodigy to a mature artist ready to share her authentic self through music.

I started singing in a rock band in my 50s and learned it could boost my brain health | Virginia Muzik

Embracing new challenges can lead to personal growth and reclaiming one's identity, regardless of age.

No Good Deed Recap: Cracking the Case

The characters in No Good Deed face personal turmoil, confronting grief and relationships as they try to move forward in a crumbling emotional landscape.

Salma in Japan #1 - Tokyo - KALTBLUT Magazine

The series 'Salma in Japan' highlights cultural fusion through music and dance, showcasing the blend of Arab and Japanese identities.

Better Man review Robbie Williams becomes CGI chimp in surreal biopic

Robbie Williams's biopic uniquely portrays him as a CGI chimp, highlighting themes of immaturity and self-discovery against a backdrop of fame and family dynamics.
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#animation

Nimona or not?

Nimona uses its engaging characters and visuals to address themes of prejudice, identity, and the importance of understanding individual stories.
The film emphasizes that one should not judge others based on outward appearances or assumptions.

The Love Me Trailer Teases a Buoy-Meets-World Story

The film explores humanity's digital footprint through a unique post-apocalyptic love story.
A smart buoy and a satellite learn about love and self-identity in a deserted world.

Nimona or not?

Nimona uses its engaging characters and visuals to address themes of prejudice, identity, and the importance of understanding individual stories.
The film emphasizes that one should not judge others based on outward appearances or assumptions.

The Love Me Trailer Teases a Buoy-Meets-World Story

The film explores humanity's digital footprint through a unique post-apocalyptic love story.
A smart buoy and a satellite learn about love and self-identity in a deserted world.
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#american-dream

My adult kids don't view work the same way that I do - why that's a good thing

The author learned the importance of work from a young age, shaped by their family's immigrant experience.

I smile to keep from crying': Americans without homes in pictures

The Color of Money and Trees examines success and the American dream through intimate portraits of individuals living on society's margins.

My adult kids don't view work the same way that I do - why that's a good thing

The author learned the importance of work from a young age, shaped by their family's immigrant experience.

I smile to keep from crying': Americans without homes in pictures

The Color of Money and Trees examines success and the American dream through intimate portraits of individuals living on society's margins.
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#mental-health

I Married My High School Sweetheart, And I Don't Recommend It

Growing up gay in a small Louisiana town can lead to isolation and despair.

Review | Motherhood allegory 'Nightbitch' is all inner bark, little bite

The film explores themes of maternal dissatisfaction and identity loss, led by Amy Adams' compelling portrayal of a frustrated stay-at-home mom.

Why Americans are obsessing over Luigi Mangione's social media posts

Mangione's complex identity and interests suggest he cannot be easily categorized politically, highlighting the limitations of social media in fully understanding individuals.

The Workaholic's Quest for Perfection

Workaholism is marked by an obsessive focus on work, often causing anxiety and a struggle to disconnect from professional identity.

The Power of Words: How Labels Influence Our Emotions

Our thoughts and words significantly impact our emotions and identity.

I Married My High School Sweetheart, And I Don't Recommend It

Growing up gay in a small Louisiana town can lead to isolation and despair.

Review | Motherhood allegory 'Nightbitch' is all inner bark, little bite

The film explores themes of maternal dissatisfaction and identity loss, led by Amy Adams' compelling portrayal of a frustrated stay-at-home mom.

Why Americans are obsessing over Luigi Mangione's social media posts

Mangione's complex identity and interests suggest he cannot be easily categorized politically, highlighting the limitations of social media in fully understanding individuals.

The Workaholic's Quest for Perfection

Workaholism is marked by an obsessive focus on work, often causing anxiety and a struggle to disconnect from professional identity.

The Power of Words: How Labels Influence Our Emotions

Our thoughts and words significantly impact our emotions and identity.
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#documentary

Harper Steele of Will and Harper' and Her Matriarchal Jewelry

Harper Steele's Will Ferrell diamonds symbolize her journey as a trans woman and her embrace of femininity.

What happened between Natalia Grace and the Mans family? After the 'Natalia Speaks' cliffhanger, she's no longer living with them

Natalia Grace, accused of being an adult posing as a child, struggles for her truth amidst a contentious legal and personal history.

Harper Steele of Will and Harper' and Her Matriarchal Jewelry

Harper Steele's Will Ferrell diamonds symbolize her journey as a trans woman and her embrace of femininity.

What happened between Natalia Grace and the Mans family? After the 'Natalia Speaks' cliffhanger, she's no longer living with them

Natalia Grace, accused of being an adult posing as a child, struggles for her truth amidst a contentious legal and personal history.
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#family

I had strict rules to keep my British and Italian lives separate. Then I learned the joy of being both | Silvia Saunders

The author reflects on the duality of their British-Italian identity and the warm connection to their family's home in Italy.

How a journey to Bali to reconnect with my father helped me to rediscover my heritage and my happiness

Jessica Rach reflects on her emotional journey to reconnect with her Balinese heritage and family identity during a visit to Ubud.

Watching 'Little House On The Prairie: Christmas At Plum Creek' Hits Different This Year

The yearning for childhood innocence and the simple joys of family life are strong influences on identity.

I had strict rules to keep my British and Italian lives separate. Then I learned the joy of being both | Silvia Saunders

The author reflects on the duality of their British-Italian identity and the warm connection to their family's home in Italy.

How a journey to Bali to reconnect with my father helped me to rediscover my heritage and my happiness

Jessica Rach reflects on her emotional journey to reconnect with her Balinese heritage and family identity during a visit to Ubud.

Watching 'Little House On The Prairie: Christmas At Plum Creek' Hits Different This Year

The yearning for childhood innocence and the simple joys of family life are strong influences on identity.
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After 50 years of growing his hair, N.Y. man said it's time - to celebrate

Andy Chertow has grown his hair into 10-foot long dreadlocks for 50 years, celebrating individuality and self-expression.
#sexuality

We need to liberate sex from shame and fear

The author embraces a fearless and shame-free enjoyment of sex despite past challenges and societal judgments.

Chappell Roan opens up on growing up religious and queer

Chappell Roan discusses the impact of her religious upbringing on her identity and sexuality, advocating for open conversations in conservative communities.

We need to liberate sex from shame and fear

The author embraces a fearless and shame-free enjoyment of sex despite past challenges and societal judgments.

Chappell Roan opens up on growing up religious and queer

Chappell Roan discusses the impact of her religious upbringing on her identity and sexuality, advocating for open conversations in conservative communities.
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Exclusive | Playwright shares her childhood story growing up the only Native American in an Italian Brooklyn nabe

Murielle Borst Tarrant's experiences as the only Native American in her Brooklyn neighborhood inspired her one-woman show 'Tipi Tales from the Stoop.'
#branding

10 brands that really need to rebrand in 2025

Iconic brands must evolve to maintain relevance, or risk becoming obsolete.

How we rebranded our design agency

Taxi Studio's rebranding journey emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and authentic identity in creating memorable brand experiences.

10 brands that really need to rebrand in 2025

Iconic brands must evolve to maintain relevance, or risk becoming obsolete.

How we rebranded our design agency

Taxi Studio's rebranding journey emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and authentic identity in creating memorable brand experiences.
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#personal-growth

The Look Book Goes to a Literary Launch Party

Amy Dewan reflects on her experiences before moving to New York as a lawyer, connecting her artistic pursuits with her legal career ambitions.

Zendaya Is Trying To Figure Out Her Hobbies

Zendaya is navigating her identity outside of her acting career, exploring personal interests and rediscovering herself.

Divorce: A Portal to Reclaiming My Authentic Self - Tiny Buddha

Divorce can lead to painful yet transformative personal growth and self-discovery.

The Look Book Goes to a Literary Launch Party

Amy Dewan reflects on her experiences before moving to New York as a lawyer, connecting her artistic pursuits with her legal career ambitions.

Zendaya Is Trying To Figure Out Her Hobbies

Zendaya is navigating her identity outside of her acting career, exploring personal interests and rediscovering herself.

Divorce: A Portal to Reclaiming My Authentic Self - Tiny Buddha

Divorce can lead to painful yet transformative personal growth and self-discovery.
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#migration

Strasbourg, Ankara, Madrid: none felt like home, but in books I discovered my people | Elif Shafak

Home transcends physical locations, reflecting personal identity and cultural heritage.

Marie Arana: I am building a monument to Latinos and every book I publish is a brick'

Marie Arana's 'Latinoland' redefines Latino identity, dismantling stereotypes while emphasizing the community's potential and success.

"Bass Lake"

The poem poignantly explores themes of loss, identity, and the struggle to find solace amid turmoil.

Strasbourg, Ankara, Madrid: none felt like home, but in books I discovered my people | Elif Shafak

Home transcends physical locations, reflecting personal identity and cultural heritage.

Marie Arana: I am building a monument to Latinos and every book I publish is a brick'

Marie Arana's 'Latinoland' redefines Latino identity, dismantling stereotypes while emphasizing the community's potential and success.

"Bass Lake"

The poem poignantly explores themes of loss, identity, and the struggle to find solace amid turmoil.
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Water by John Boyne audiobook review confronting grief and betrayal

The novella "Water" by John Boyne explores themes of grief, betrayal, and the quest for self-identity through the character Willow's difficult past.

Do passports make us free? DW 01/03/2025

Brexit changed the identity of UK citizens, as they lost the freedom to travel freely in Europe without a visa.
#cultural-shifts

2025 Predictions: social media is OUT & food politics are IN

Social media's significance is evolving, but usage will continue.
Food choices will reflect political identities more prominently.

The Controversy Over Baby Names

The rise of the name Muhammad as a top baby name signifies changing demographics and cultural tensions in England and Wales.

2025 Predictions: social media is OUT & food politics are IN

Social media's significance is evolving, but usage will continue.
Food choices will reflect political identities more prominently.

The Controversy Over Baby Names

The rise of the name Muhammad as a top baby name signifies changing demographics and cultural tensions in England and Wales.
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Natural Black hair, and why it matters - Harvard Gazette

Nicole Dezrea Jenkins researches the cultural significance of natural hair among Black women globally, highlighting identity and discrimination issues.
#millennials

Disappoint Me by Nicola Dinan review a fresh take on modern love

The novel explores contemporary millennial relationships through the lens of meals, identity, and the challenges of modern dating.

I thought I could be a cool mum' just strap my baby to me and keep living life as usual. I was so wrong | Tara Kenny

Motherhood can coexist with a sense of coolness; societal perceptions about being a mum can be challenged.

Disappoint Me by Nicola Dinan review a fresh take on modern love

The novel explores contemporary millennial relationships through the lens of meals, identity, and the challenges of modern dating.

I thought I could be a cool mum' just strap my baby to me and keep living life as usual. I was so wrong | Tara Kenny

Motherhood can coexist with a sense of coolness; societal perceptions about being a mum can be challenged.
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#aging

He kept going until he couldn't': why do boomer men refuse to slow down?

Aging individuals face challenges as they adapt to longer life expectancies while grappling with identity and health issues.

The Substance' Scene Analysis: A Battle of Gazes in Elisabeth vs. Sue

The Substance explores the internal conflict of a woman grappling with aging and identity through a horror-comedy lens.

He kept going until he couldn't': why do boomer men refuse to slow down?

Aging individuals face challenges as they adapt to longer life expectancies while grappling with identity and health issues.

The Substance' Scene Analysis: A Battle of Gazes in Elisabeth vs. Sue

The Substance explores the internal conflict of a woman grappling with aging and identity through a horror-comedy lens.
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#literature

Best Books of 2025: 11 Releases to Add to Your Reading List

2025 promises a diverse selection of literature tackling themes like identity, relationships, disability, and class conflict.

Isabella Hammad and the Politics of Recognition

Writers have recurring tics that shape their narratives; Hammad's focus on recognition underscores deeper understanding in literary and real-world contexts.

Daisy Hildyard on Seeing Interconnectedness

The story explores themes of personal connection to history and literature through the character Gabriel's interactions with his tutor Thornton.

Alan Hollinghurst's new novel is a sharp account of British theatre and even pastiches my criticism | Michael Billington

Hollinghurst's novel explores the complexities of identity and theatre, reflecting societal changes over decades in a nuanced manner.

Best Books of 2025: 11 Releases to Add to Your Reading List

2025 promises a diverse selection of literature tackling themes like identity, relationships, disability, and class conflict.

Isabella Hammad and the Politics of Recognition

Writers have recurring tics that shape their narratives; Hammad's focus on recognition underscores deeper understanding in literary and real-world contexts.

Daisy Hildyard on Seeing Interconnectedness

The story explores themes of personal connection to history and literature through the character Gabriel's interactions with his tutor Thornton.

Alan Hollinghurst's new novel is a sharp account of British theatre and even pastiches my criticism | Michael Billington

Hollinghurst's novel explores the complexities of identity and theatre, reflecting societal changes over decades in a nuanced manner.
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Interpretation of signs - High Country News

The desert serves as a space for introspection and clarity, highlighting profound questions about identity and connection.
#home

Home is where your attempts to escape cease and at a bar in New York, I stopped running | Mona Eltahawy

The essence of home is more about the connections we build than the physical place we come from.

In a Japanese restaurant in west London, this Chinese woman felt truly at home | Xinran

Home is defined by connection and experience, not by physical luxury.

Home is where your attempts to escape cease and at a bar in New York, I stopped running | Mona Eltahawy

The essence of home is more about the connections we build than the physical place we come from.

In a Japanese restaurant in west London, this Chinese woman felt truly at home | Xinran

Home is defined by connection and experience, not by physical luxury.
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#art

The Best Photos of 2024: Sexuality and the Body

Art challenges traditional views of the body, intersecting identity, intimacy, and desire, inviting deeper conversations about these themes.

Maurice Berger Held a Mirror to a Racist Art World

Maurice Berger's experiences revealed the profound impact of racism and the role of imagery in challenging societal prejudices.

'A wider framework for identity': Miami exhibition brings visibility to the Spanish-speaking diaspora

Liz Cohen's Trabantimino project reflects her exploration of identity and belonging through a unique cultural lens.

Wanxin Zhang's imposing sculptures bridge the soulful and the unbreakable - 48 hills

Zhang's sculptures merge personal experience with social commentary, creating powerful art that reflects both history and contemporary culture.

The Dutchwoman guiding the gallery of America's most famous faces

Portraiture is a composite of perspectives involving the subject, artist, patron, and audience, creating a layered representation of reality.

Phantasmagoria: On the collision of art and politics * Oregon ArtsWatch

The art project reflects national identity and its influences on the current cultural state.

The Best Photos of 2024: Sexuality and the Body

Art challenges traditional views of the body, intersecting identity, intimacy, and desire, inviting deeper conversations about these themes.

Maurice Berger Held a Mirror to a Racist Art World

Maurice Berger's experiences revealed the profound impact of racism and the role of imagery in challenging societal prejudices.

'A wider framework for identity': Miami exhibition brings visibility to the Spanish-speaking diaspora

Liz Cohen's Trabantimino project reflects her exploration of identity and belonging through a unique cultural lens.

Wanxin Zhang's imposing sculptures bridge the soulful and the unbreakable - 48 hills

Zhang's sculptures merge personal experience with social commentary, creating powerful art that reflects both history and contemporary culture.

The Dutchwoman guiding the gallery of America's most famous faces

Portraiture is a composite of perspectives involving the subject, artist, patron, and audience, creating a layered representation of reality.

Phantasmagoria: On the collision of art and politics * Oregon ArtsWatch

The art project reflects national identity and its influences on the current cultural state.
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Surviving 2024 in Gaza

The author reflects on their experiences of survival during genocide, which shaped their perspective on home and personal resilience.

Oddity review deft Irish horror gets great value from ventriloquist's dummy

The film effectively combines supernatural horror with detective elements, creating a tense atmosphere and exploring themes of identity and malevolence.

Revisited: From child refugee to Guardian reporter: one journalist's extraordinary story podcast

Aamna Mohdin's experience as a reporter in Calais forced her to confront her own childhood as a refugee in Kenya.
#poetry

Culture that impacted our sense of the West - High Country News

Cultural experiences profoundly shape and expand our understanding of place and identity.

Dobby Gibson Reads Diane Seuss

Dobby Gibson and Diane Seuss explore themes of identity and resilience in their poetry, connecting personal experiences to broader human conditions.

Culture that impacted our sense of the West - High Country News

Cultural experiences profoundly shape and expand our understanding of place and identity.

Dobby Gibson Reads Diane Seuss

Dobby Gibson and Diane Seuss explore themes of identity and resilience in their poetry, connecting personal experiences to broader human conditions.
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#community

HRT is magic...

Trans people have a rich history of resilience and identity, thriving despite adversity.

Gay, Jewish and Orthodox. How one group is working to open minds in Florida

Many Orthodox Jews struggle to find acceptance within their religious communities upon coming out as LGBTQ+.

Oppenheimer's Nick Dumont opens up on coming out journey

Nick Dumont has come out as trans masculine non-binary and emphasizes the rewarding journey of understanding their identity.

A brimming biscuit tin and a warm welcome this is how an Englishman found his home in Wales | Will Hayward

The Llynfi valley community offers warmth and connectivity, challenging stereotypes attached to the area.

HRT is magic...

Trans people have a rich history of resilience and identity, thriving despite adversity.

Gay, Jewish and Orthodox. How one group is working to open minds in Florida

Many Orthodox Jews struggle to find acceptance within their religious communities upon coming out as LGBTQ+.

Oppenheimer's Nick Dumont opens up on coming out journey

Nick Dumont has come out as trans masculine non-binary and emphasizes the rewarding journey of understanding their identity.

A brimming biscuit tin and a warm welcome this is how an Englishman found his home in Wales | Will Hayward

The Llynfi valley community offers warmth and connectivity, challenging stereotypes attached to the area.
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#personal-experience

I Look White To Many. I'm Black. This Is What White People Say To Me.

Experiencing racism while being perceived as white reveals deep societal prejudices.
Openly expressed racism occurs under the assumption of shared identity.
The struggle of identity reveals complex layers of societal racism.

I'm An Adult Who Is Constantly Mistaken For A 12-Year-Old. This Is What My Life Is Like.

Society often misjudges individuals based on appearance, leading to frequent misunderstandings and challenges for those who are petite or youthful-looking.

Opinion | Reflections on Motherhood, Careers and Identity

Motherhood profoundly reshaped my understanding of feminism and womanhood, emphasizing its complexity beyond just career achievement.

I Look White To Many. I'm Black. This Is What White People Say To Me.

Experiencing racism while being perceived as white reveals deep societal prejudices.
Openly expressed racism occurs under the assumption of shared identity.
The struggle of identity reveals complex layers of societal racism.

I'm An Adult Who Is Constantly Mistaken For A 12-Year-Old. This Is What My Life Is Like.

Society often misjudges individuals based on appearance, leading to frequent misunderstandings and challenges for those who are petite or youthful-looking.

Opinion | Reflections on Motherhood, Careers and Identity

Motherhood profoundly reshaped my understanding of feminism and womanhood, emphasizing its complexity beyond just career achievement.
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Uatu The Watcher: 'What If' Just Sneakily Rebooted A Major Marvel Character

The Watcher evolves from a detached observer to a character embracing his identity as Uatu, highlighting themes of duty and personal connection.

Paul Pfeiffer, artist: Gender-wise, Baby Jesus is quite fluid, super androgynous'

Paul Pfeiffer's exhibition reflects on identity and power dynamics through immersive experiences shaped by his early exposure to the performing arts.

Player review: Robbie Ray

Names can have significant personal and aesthetic meanings, influencing how individuals perceive themselves and are perceived by others.

How high does the sycamore grow?

Embracing the identity of being a 'giant' requires understanding its implications, responsibilities, and the need for empathy towards others.

My Whole Life, I Embraced My Latina Identity. Then I Took A DNA Test That Changed Everything.

Ancestry DNA results can profoundly change one's understanding of family heritage and identity, revealing unexpected ethnic backgrounds.
Personal genealogical inquiries can unearth significant, sometimes shocking details about ancestry that reshape family narratives.

Merry kinkmas: How our more adventurous side comes out over the festive period, and what it says about us

Kink behaviors can form a core part of an individual's identity, varying from casual exploration to essential personal expression.
#spirituality

Crafting a Positive Religious or Spiritual Identity

Religious behavior is declining globally, especially among younger generations, who often associate negative traits with traditional religious identities.

Artist Spotlight: Jessica Vollrath

Artist Jessica Vollrath explores the tension between personal evolution and identity within the context of familial and spiritual narratives.

Crafting a Positive Religious or Spiritual Identity

Religious behavior is declining globally, especially among younger generations, who often associate negative traits with traditional religious identities.

Artist Spotlight: Jessica Vollrath

Artist Jessica Vollrath explores the tension between personal evolution and identity within the context of familial and spiritual narratives.
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The Unadulterated Joy of Trinkets and Knickknacks

Collecting objects is a significant aspect of human identity and expression.

She should have a bit of me': the Dutch mothers fighting for their children to carry their surname

Rebecca Lee's decision to adopt her birth mother's surname reflects a deeper connection to her identity as an adoptee and a Korean.
#memory

Memory and Amnesia

Memory is crucial for our identity; loss can lead to a disturbing sense of disconnection.

A Dream of White Horses by Paul Scraton review images of exile

Place is an imaginative construct shaped by memory and belonging, particularly for exiles in a changing Europe.

Memory and Amnesia

Memory is crucial for our identity; loss can lead to a disturbing sense of disconnection.

A Dream of White Horses by Paul Scraton review images of exile

Place is an imaginative construct shaped by memory and belonging, particularly for exiles in a changing Europe.
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Actor Mathew Horne looks back: Gavin and Stacey was a big turning point in my life. People would confuse me with Gavin in real life'

Mathew Horne discusses how his early interests shaped his identity and career, reflecting on his journey from childhood to adulthood.

Layton Williams: How often do I have sex? Often. In my 20s I was a rampant rabbit'

Layton Williams embodies resilience and self-awareness, blending confidence with vulnerability in his journey through the entertainment world.

New Year's Resolutions for an Anteater

The author enthusiastically embraces their peculiar passion for eating ants, viewing it as an essential part of their identity.

12 London art exhibitions we can't wait to see in 2025

2025 promises exciting art exhibitions in London, featuring diverse themes and notable artists centered on identity, emotions, and cultural reflections.

It's Everyone Around Bob Dylan That Makes A Complete Unknown Worth Watching

Todd Haynes and Coen brothers represent Dylan in fragments and scenarios instead of as a whole, while Mangold presents a more forceful, indirect approach in A Complete Unknown.

From The Substance to Mormon wives: the year pop culture's stretched, stuffed faces became too strange to ignore

There is growing skepticism about the safety and authenticity behind cosmetic procedures, as they may compromise individual identity for perceived physical perfection.

The Best Films of 2024

Cinema reflects personal transformation and the complexities of identity, particularly illustrated through characters seeking solace and meaning in their film choices.

The Best Women-Led Photo Stories of 2024

Photography fosters dialogue about identity and emotion, especially through women-led projects that celebrate diverse experiences and narratives.

Oliver Sacks's Lifelong Search for Recognition

Oliver Sacks dedicated his life to understanding humanity through neurology while also revealing his own multifaceted identity and experiences over decades.

It's been a long year of lookalikes. What does that say about us?

The rise of lookalike contests reflects a modern obsession with celebrity culture and identity.
Gatherings have led to humorous situations, such as police intervention at celebrity doppelgänger meetings.

Lorraine O'Grady, giant of conceptual art, has died, aged 90

Lorraine O'Grady, a monumental conceptual artist, passed away at age 90, leaving a profound legacy on identity and performance art.
#politics

It's not a rejection of the humanities' historic core

The humanities now emphasize engaging with social injustice rather than merely interpreting art and literature.

Sarah Carey: Label me and Verona Murphy 'culchies' and 'difficult women' if you want, but enough with this 'right-wing' nonsense

Labels can unite or divide; embracing them may empower individuals and evoke affection for one's identity.

Opinion | Oh, to Smell Like Trump

Donald Trump's new fragrance line combines bold marketing and patriotic themes, reflecting his brash persona.

It's not a rejection of the humanities' historic core

The humanities now emphasize engaging with social injustice rather than merely interpreting art and literature.

Sarah Carey: Label me and Verona Murphy 'culchies' and 'difficult women' if you want, but enough with this 'right-wing' nonsense

Labels can unite or divide; embracing them may empower individuals and evoke affection for one's identity.

Opinion | Oh, to Smell Like Trump

Donald Trump's new fragrance line combines bold marketing and patriotic themes, reflecting his brash persona.
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Brady Corbet's Outsider American Epic

Brady Corbet's 'The Brutalist' emphasizes the importance of daring to embrace failure in order to achieve artistic growth.

I'm 48 with a $4.5 million net worth and am ready to retire soon - but I'm struggling with departing my meaningful job

Retirement can be challenging due to strong attachments to work, making it difficult for individuals to leave their career behind.
#activism

Can intersectionality survive in the age of Instagram?

Joris Lechêne effectively uses his diverse background to address complex topics of identity, privilege, and social justice through digital activism.

Dylan Mulvaney celebrates major transition milestone

Dylan Mulvaney celebrates 1,000 days of being a girl, expressing joy in her identity and strength despite challenges faced during her transition.

Can intersectionality survive in the age of Instagram?

Joris Lechêne effectively uses his diverse background to address complex topics of identity, privilege, and social justice through digital activism.

Dylan Mulvaney celebrates major transition milestone

Dylan Mulvaney celebrates 1,000 days of being a girl, expressing joy in her identity and strength despite challenges faced during her transition.
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Review: Comic thriller delivers both a dead body and a life lesson

The novel blends dark comedy with suspense to explore the pressures of being a writer and personal guilt following a disastrous event.

How I learned to cope with mom rage - and accept my new identity as a parent

Motherhood often disconnects women from their identities, as societal norms pressurize them to conform to reductive stereotypes.
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