Culture Trends - Page 9

March 21

University leader admits schools are 'not a political party' in warning to elite campuses

Vanderbilt chancellor warns elite universities risk failure by prioritizing political activism over education mission amid Trump administration scrutiny.

March 21

'Love Story' executive producer says show struggled to cast JFK Jr due to lack of 'old school masculinity'

FX's "Love Story" creators struggled to find actors with old-school masculinity to portray John F. Kennedy Jr., to the point a producer said it nearly shut down the show.

March 21

Director of new Colleen Hoover film draws line on on-set drama

“Reminders of Him" director Vanessa Caswill says she prioritizes a supportive, drama-free set after the Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni fallout overshadowed another Colleen Hoover film.

March 20

John Lithgow says he considered quitting 'Harry Potter' series over JK Rowling transgender backlash: report

John Lithgow reportedly considered quitting the HBO "Harry Potter" series over J.K. Rowling's transgender views but ultimately decided to stay as Dumbledore.

March 20

Pittsburgh Public Schools moves to remote learning ahead of NFL Draft

Pittsburgh Public Schools announced that it would be shifting to remote learning out of concerns for "transportation challenges" during the 2026 NFL Draft.

March 19

California to change Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day after sexual abuse scandal

California State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas announced plans to rename Cesar Chavez Day Farmworkers Day after allegations against the labor activist.

March 19

Country star Zac Brown warns ‘poverty of spirit’ and lack of struggle are ruining American kids

Country music star Zac Brown reflected on his tough childhood in an interview with Rolling Stone while warning of youth entitlement in America.

March 19

Illegal immigrant groping case latest allegation of misconduct in Northern Virginia school system

The Fairfax High groping case is the latest in a string of sexual misconduct cases that have put Fairfax County Public Schools under scrutiny in recent years.

March 18

California Democrats distance themselves from famed pro-union activist after bombshell report

Sexual abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez prompted several California leaders including Gov. Gavin Newsom to distance themselves from the labor activist.

March 18

Jamie Lee Curtis slams 'abomination' Trump for trying to 'erase' diversity 'from our language'

"Halloween" actress Jamie Lee Curtis claimed President Donald Trump was trying to "erase" diversity from language and suggested the Constitution be "amended."