Culture

South America August 6

Reclusive tribe attacks loggers suspected of encroaching on their land in Peru's Amazon

The Mashco Piro ethnic group recently attacked people suspected of illegal logging on the uncontacted Peruvian tribe's territory; one logger was reportedly injured.

Media July 30

MSNBC analyst says JD Vance's 'childless cat lady' comments show he only wants 'White children' in America

MSNBC political analyst Molly Jong-Fast claimed JD Vance's criticism of "childless" Democrats was part of a "racist" message about wanting more "White children."

Media June 19

Colbert skewers Schumer Father's Day grilling gaffe: Could die 'if you eat one of his burgers'

Liberal talk show host Stephen Colbert skewered Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., for his Father's Day photo, arguing he was incorrectly grilling a burger.

Media June 10

Ex-California mayor praises guaranteed basic income, says critics are ‘unenlightened,’ ‘out of touch’

According to a report from the Boston Globe, a guaranteed basic income program seems to be a viable idea considering its positive reception from recipients in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Woke June 6

Newsom proposes defunding law enforcement, prisons, public safety as California faces massive deficit

California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes slashing millions from 'public safety' as the Democratic state grapples with a massive budget deficit totaling $37.9 billion.

Quizzes June 3

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on celeb birthstones and birthplaces, plus salutes to D-Day and Old Glory

This week's American Culture Quiz tackles topics from celebrity birthdays and birthplaces to the challenges of the D-Day invasion of Europe and the history of the American flag.

Italy May 28

Italy welcomes the return of trafficked artifacts worth $65M from the US

Italy is celebrating the return of around 600 antiquities from the U.S. They were looted years ago, sold to U.S. museums and collectors and recently recovered.

Mexico May 28

19th century mummy loses arm after 'mishandling' by museum staff, Mexican government says

Mexico's federal archaeology agency has accused the conservative-governed city of Guanajuato for its alleged mishandling of a renowned mummified body, officials say.

UNITED NATIONS May 24

UN treaty reached to protect indigenous knowledge on genetic resources from exploitation

The United Nations member countries have finalized a new treaty aimed at better tracing traditional knowledge related to genetic resources, officials say.

Spain May 23

Spanish police recover fourth stolen Francis Bacon painting, valued at $5.4M

Spanish police have recovered the fourth painting out of five stolen Francis Bacon pieces from a Madrid apartment in 2015. The recovered painting was made in 1989.