Culture news Why has this year's Seville Holy Week poster sparked outrage in Spain? More than 13,000 people have signed an online petition urging the removal of Seville's official Holy Week poster, for what some perceive as an "offensive" and "homoerotic" depiction of Christ. 31/01/2024
Food and Drink English Breakfast Society angers Brits over breakfast change The chair of the English Breakfast Society is urging people to add pineapple to their breakfast... And Brits don’t seem too thrilled about it. 29/01/2024
Culture news Van Gogh Museum fires multiple workers for Pokemon shenanigans At least four employees of the museum have been fired in connection with limited edition Pokemon cards. 26/01/2024
Culture news Barbie Oscar snubs: Were they sexist? The internet is ablaze with vitriol for the Academy not nominating Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig for Best Actress and Best Director for 'Barbie'. One recurring argument is that the motivation behind the omission is sexist. Euronews Culture debunks... Because enough is Kenough. 26/01/2024
Food and Drink Salt in tea? US scientist brews controversial diplomatic storm It’s (maybe) war – and Euronews Culture give you the skinny on what could escalate into something very nasty indeed. 25/01/2024
Travel News Why are Indian tourists boycotting the Maldives? Prime Minister Narendra Modi's holiday photos have caused tensions between the two countries to boil over. 11/01/2024
Culture news ‘Les SEGPA Au Ski’: The French film that’s wreaking havoc in cinemas Several French cinemas have cancelled showings of ‘Les SEGPA Au Ski’ over disruptive behaviour by young moviegoers. But is the film really to blame? 10/01/2024
Culture news Kanye West apologises to Jewish community for antisemitic comments The spirit of Christmas must be upon Ye, as the controversial rapper has made an apology to the Jewish community for his repeated antisemitic comments. Reconciliation at last, or strategic amends before his new album drops? 26/12/2023
Culture news Euronews Culture investigates: Did Santa Claus die in Nantes? What sort of Christmas would it be without a controversy over decorations? Euronews Culture looks at the debate that unfolded around Le Voyage en Hiver in the French city of Nantes, and tries to solve the "crime". 23/12/2023
France French producers find alternatives to producing foie gras Foie gras, one of the star products of Christmas, divides the French. There are those who cannot live without it and those who have stopped consuming it due to the animal abuse that its production entails. 12/12/2023
Culture news Kanye West drops first song since antisemitic meltdowns. Hit or flop? Kanye "Ye" West has released a new song, ‘Vultures’, his first since antisemitic meltdowns cratered his career. And not only is it hot trash - he’s actually doubling down... CONTENT WARNING: This article features strong language. 20/11/2023
Culture news Britney seeks 'closure for a better future' with all revealing memoir Britney Spears' highly anticipated memoir is now out revealing the pop superstar's personal take on events that have played out publicly in her decades-long career — along with private moments that she previously kept under wraps. 24/10/2023
Culture news Why two new country music videos are polarizing fans Two weeks after Jason Aldean released the music video for his now controversial hit 'Try That in a Small Town', Tyler Childers delivered what some are calling a restoration of true country music. 06/08/2023
Culture news Kanye 'Ye' West back on Twitter: A new low for Elon Musk? The rapper was thrown off the platform - now known as X - after he made antisemitic and other offensive remarks. Adidas and other high profile companies cut ties with West, but now he's back on the social media site, promising not to speak out of turn again. 31/07/2023
Spain Public swimming pools in Catalonia must allow women to go topless The regional government, led by the pro-independence Catalan Republican Left (ERC), can in theory fine any town hall found to have breached the norm up to €500,000. 29/06/2023
Culture news David Starkey: 'White culture' under threat comments draw controversy The British historian made the inflammatory speech at the National Conservatism conference in London, attracting condemnation and accusations of racist rhetoric. 17/05/2023
India Dalai Lama apologises after video shows him kissing a boy The Dalai Lama apologised after a video showing him kissing a child on the lips triggered criticism. 10/04/2023
Culture news Why are conservatives lashing out at Nike and Bud Light? Bud Light and Nike face boycotts in the US and UK after the brands partnered with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney. Here's what you need to know. 10/04/2023
Culture news French priest faces death threats after ‘sexy’ pole dance show A French priest has received death threats after a sold-out pole dance performance was held in his church. 06/04/2023
Culture news French feminist politician faces criticism for posing on Playboy cover After strong criticism from the prime minister, France's government appears to be softening its position on the Playboy interview. 04/04/2023