All articles tagged with #heritage
David Bowie's childhood home in Bromley, London, will be opened to the public as an immersive experience in late 2027, showcasing his early life and creative beginnings, supported by a £500,000 grant and public fundraising, to celebrate his legacy and inspire future generations.
The article highlights the top six vintage-inspired watches of 2025, showcasing re-editions and modern takes on classic designs from brands like Cartier, Chronoswiss, Longines, Omega, Vacheron Constantin, and Zenith, emphasizing craftsmanship, historical homage, and innovative materials.
The article highlights the stunning tiaras worn at Le Bal des Débutantes, detailing their historical significance and royal connections, including pieces from French and European aristocracy, showcasing the event's blend of tradition, glamour, and heritage.
The Parthenon in Athens was briefly visible without scaffolding for the first time in years during ongoing restoration efforts, which began in 1975 and aim to stabilize and preserve the ancient temple, involving a large team of specialists and using original materials. The project is expected to conclude in 2026, after which the scaffolding will be fully removed.
Vice President JD Vance defended his administration's immigration cuts at a university event, addressing questions about his family's immigrant background and his faith, while also discussing various policy issues and honoring Charlie Kirk's legacy.
Cracker Barrel faced backlash after unveiling a simplified new logo that removed traditional elements like the barrel and Uncle Herschel, leading to a significant stock drop. The company responded with a statement emphasizing its core values of hospitality, tradition, and quality food, reassuring customers that its heritage and menu remain unchanged despite the rebranding.
President Trump has called for Washington's football team and Cleveland's baseball team to revert to their former names, Redskins and Indians, citing heritage and public demand, though current team owners have indicated no plans to change their names back. Both teams have undergone recent rebranding, with Cleveland now known as the Guardians and Washington as the Commanders, amid ongoing debates over cultural sensitivity and tradition.
The St. Louis Blues unveiled new primary uniforms inspired by their classic heritage jerseys, featuring modernized colors, logos, and design elements that celebrate their history and regional pride, with the new branding now available for fans.
The article discusses the restoration efforts of the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris following the devastating fire in 2019. It highlights the challenges and achievements in the reconstruction process, aiming to preserve the historical and architectural integrity of the iconic structure.
Meghan Markle expressed her gratitude for receiving the traditional Yoruba name "Adetokunbo" during her visit to Nigeria, where she and Prince Harry explored her Nigerian heritage. She thanked Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi for the honor and mentioned their plans to return to Nigeria in the future.
Ron Gittins, an eccentric artist who lived in a rented apartment for three decades, secretly transformed the space into an artistic wonderland, featuring murals, historical scenes, and unique decorations. After his death, his family discovered the extraordinary interior, leading to the property being granted protected status by the British government. The apartment, known as "Ron's Place," has been given Grade II listing and is the first example of Outsider Art to receive protected status in England. Plans are underway to stabilize and preserve the artwork for a micro-museum and to convert the building into a holistic house of art and creativity, allowing other artists to work in the space.
Masters champion Jon Rahm is infusing the upcoming Masters Club dinner with Spanish flavor, featuring dishes from his Basque heritage such as gernika peppers, lentil stew, acorn-fed Iberian ham, and Chuleton, a Basque ribeye. Rahm aims to make the dinner special by incorporating his family's recipes and traditional dishes, showcasing his heritage and adding a unique touch to the event.
Egypt's plan to restore the Menkaure Pyramid with granite cladding has sparked mixed reactions, with the country's antiquities chief hailing it as a "gift to the world" while some experts and the public express concern, calling it an "absurdity" that could damage the ancient structure. The project, already underway, aims to return the pyramid to its original state, but critics argue that the intervention goes against conservation principles and lacks necessary archaeological expertise. The strong backlash has prompted Egypt's Ministry of Antiquities to call for a pause to reassess the project's feasibility.
South Africa's government is attempting to block the auction of 70 personal items belonging to Nelson Mandela, including his iconic shirts and hearing aids, in New York. The government argues that the items are national heritage and should not be taken out of the country, but Mandela's daughter, Makaziwe Mandela, plans to proceed with the auction. The auction has sparked controversy, with the government and the Mandela family at odds over the sale of the items, which are expected to fetch high prices.
NASA astronaut Jasmin Moghbeli, whose family is from Iran, captured photos of the country from the International Space Station, calling it the closest she will ever get to where her parents were born and raised. Moghbeli's parents left Iran during the Iranian Revolution in 1979 and immigrated to the United States. She recently shared the photos with her parents, who now reside in Texas. Moghbeli has been on a three-month mission with SpaceX Crew-7 and has been involved in various spacewalks and experiments during her time on the ISS.