Culture Trends - Page 56

January 23, 2026

Federal officials demand New York school district bring back Thunderbirds mascot after civil rights probe

The Trump administration demanded a Long Island school district restore its Thunderbirds mascot after a federal investigation found a civil rights violation.

January 23, 2026

James Cameron explains why he chose New Zealand over 'polarized' America that turned 'its back on science'

Filmmaker and "Titanic" director James Cameron moved to New Zealand and praised the country's 98% vaccination rate compared to the lower total in the U.S.

January 23, 2026

National Park Service removes climate change facts sign from Civil War landmark Fort Sumter: report

The New York Times reported that the National Park Service removed a sign warning about the effects of climate change on the historic Fort Sumter site.

January 23, 2026

Houston school district trying to woo parents while losing students amid school choice competition

The Houston Independent School District lost 16,000 students over two years, reflecting nationwide enrollment drops in large urban districts as families seek education alternatives.

January 22, 2026

Crockett accuses liberal podcast hosts of racial motive in criticism of her Texas Senate bid

Rep. Jasmine Crockett suggested podcasters Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang said "the quiet part out loud" about her Texas Senate campaign bid and strategy.

January 22, 2026

California university lecturer reinstated after wishing Charlie Kirk was dead shortly after shooting

A Fresno State communications lecturer returned to the classroom following an investigation into viral video comments made after the Charlie Kirk shooting.

January 22, 2026

Jimmy Kimmel tells audience that 'I might need your help again' amid new FCC announcement

Jimmy Kimmel warned his audience on Wednesday that he may need their help again amid a new FCC threat targeting broadcast networks over equal time rules for political guests.

January 22, 2026

DAVID MARCUS: UK's promotion of first-cousin marriage at odds with Western culture

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer blocks vote to ban first cousin marriage as NHS guidance lists benefits despite genetic risks. Debate sparks concerns.

January 22, 2026

Major city school districts losing students as parents seek better options

Public schools lose students to homeschooling and charter schools as Colorado Education Commissioner Susana Córdova reports 5.5% increase in homeschool enrollment statewide.

January 21, 2026

Disney's 'Snow White' is top contender for Razzie award for worst film of 2025

Disney's "Snow White" remake nominated for multiple Razzie awards as parody organization targets 2025 film for Worst Picture, Worst Screenplay and computer-animated dwarfs.