Eve Gilles to Represent France at Miss Supranational
Ève Gilles, Miss France 2024, will compete in the Miss Supranational beauty contest this Friday. The event aims to rival Miss Universe and Miss World.3 sourcesSee all sources
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Culture news — August 1, 2026 - Page 18
Culture publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 18 of 27.
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Nightborn Review: Rupert Grint and Seidi Haarla Star in Shudder Film About Parenting Horrors
Hanna Bergholm's 'Nightborn', following her acclaimed 'Hatching', explores the terrors of parenthood through the lens of a bloodthirsty baby. Rupert Grint and Seidi Haarla star in this Shudder original, delivering a chilling tale about the darker side of motherhood.2 sourcesSee all sourcesGalicia Activates Measles Monitoring Protocol After Adult Case
Galicia has activated its measles monitoring protocol following the detection of a case in an adult. The patient, a 40-year-old man, is reported to be in good condition and the case is believed to be imported from a recent trip outside the region. Epidemiological investigations are ongoing to determine the exact source of infection. No secondary cases have been reported yet.5 sourcesSee all sourcesGregg Araki's 'I Want Your Sex' Explores Modern Sexuality
Gregg Araki's new film 'I Want Your Sex' delves into the complexities of sex and desire in the modern age. The movie follows Elliot, a young man who becomes involved in a consensual, primarily physical relationship with his boss, Erika. Through their relationship, Araki explores the idea that it's not just about the act of sex, but also the desire and connection that leads up to it. The film is deliberately unsexy, focusing more on the characters' emotional journeys and the power dynamics at play.2 sourcesSee all sourcesJason Kelce on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Wedding Privacy
Jason Kelce has expressed amazement at how few details and photos from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding have leaked to the public. He finds it remarkable that the event has remained relatively private despite the high-profile nature of both celebrities.5 sourcesSee all sourcesJudd Apatow Praises Mel Brooks' Comedy Influence
Emmy contender Judd Apatow lauds legendary comedian Mel Brooks, calling him a 'master' who inspired many in the comedy industry. Apatow also discusses his collaboration with Nikki Glaser and shares an anecdote about Seth Rogen and Anne Hathaway from the set of 'Knocked Up'.2 sourcesSee all sourcesBogdanović's Return to Partizan
Bogdanović discusses his return to Partizan, describing it as 'always magic'.2 sourcesSee all sourcesFilippo Bisciglia Dreams of His Own Game Show After 'Temptation Island' Success
Filippo Bisciglia, host of 'Temptation Island', attributes the show's success to its reality-based format. He expresses his desire to host his own game show, with plans to debut on stage in November.3 sourcesSee all sourcesAI Studio Asteria Partners with ZeroSpace for Hybrid Filmmaking
AI studio Asteria, co-founded by Natasha Lyonne and Bryn Mooser, has partnered with virtual production studio ZeroSpace to explore hybrid filmmaking models. Asteria is based in Los Angeles, while ZeroSpace is in Brooklyn, New York.2 sourcesSee all sourcesUK Culture Secretary Urged to Block Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger
Members of the Block the Merger Coalition, including Alan Cumming-backed groups, have submitted evidence to UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy, urging her to intervene in the $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger. The coalition argues that the deal could reduce media plurality, impact UK documentarians' ability to tell diverse stories, and potentially eliminate distinct news voices in the UK market. The UK Competition and Markets Authority will decide on the merger's fate by August 7.4 sourcesSee all sourcesInter Fans' Bar Cappuccino Ritual with Number 6
At a popular Inter fans' bar, the ritual of having a cappuccino with number 6 is a beloved tradition among supporters.2 sourcesSee all sourcesCasemiro in Awe of Messi: 'Impossible to Stop Him'
Brazilian midfielder Casemiro has expressed his admiration for Argentine forward Lionel Messi, stating that it's 'impossible to stop him' during his presentation at Inter Miami. Casemiro, who has played alongside Messi at Real Madrid, revealed that he used to dream of playing with him and has never been able to stop him on his own.10 sourcesSee all sourcesRimini Allows Beach Dances in Large Baths
Rimini has broken the taboo on beach dances by allowing dance parties in large baths. The new variant to the beach plan, which received a favorable opinion from the council commission, will be discussed at the next council meeting. Dancing will be allowed occasionally and in open spaces, without specific structures, and only for beach establishments born from macro-aggregations of at least eight baths. The variant also allows pools in all beach establishments.3 sourcesSee all sourcesComedian Leonard Ouzts' New Special 'Lil Sumn Sumn'
Comedian Leonard Ouzts is releasing his new special 'Lil Sumn Sumn' exclusively on Gorilla Comedy+ on August 10, before moving to 800 Pound Gorilla's YouTube channel on September 10. The special blends family stories with dating struggles, pop culture takes, and social observations.2 sourcesSee all sourcesTaslima Nasreen Returns to Kolkata After 19 Years
Exiled Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasreen returned to Kolkata after nearly two decades. She described her visit as an emotional homecoming and will participate in a public event on August 1, expected to be attended by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and writer Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay. Nasreen's return comes 19 years after she was forced to leave the city following protests over her controversial book 'Dwikhandito'.27 sourcesSee all sourcesPSG Fans Chant Italian Anthem
PSG fans are chanting the Italian anthem 'Together we will sing' during their match.2 sourcesSee all sourcesSallyAnn Salsano Brings 'The Leftovers' Reality Series to Netflix
SallyAnn Salsano, producer of Jersey Shore, is returning to New Jersey with a new reality series for Netflix titled 'The Leftovers'. The show will follow a group of lifelong friends from New Jersey as they navigate their lives together.2 sourcesSee all sourcesGuggenheim Abu Dhabi Museum Opens December 2026
The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi announces the opening of Guggenheim Abu Dhabi on December 11, 2026. Designed by Frank Gehry, the museum will showcase modern and contemporary art, advancing Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading global capital for the arts. Located in the Saadiyat Cultural District, it joins other landmark institutions like Louvre Abu Dhabi.16 sourcesSee all sourcesParker's Parents Thank Calgarians for Search Efforts
The parents of 11-year-old Parker expressed their gratitude to Calgarians for their support during the two-week search for their son. They shared an emotional 'thank you' message, emphasizing the significance of the community's involvement.2 sourcesSee all sourcesPatti Smith Meets the Pope
Patti Smith, the American singer-songwriter, was granted a private audience with Pope Francis at the Vatican. The meeting was described as a 'curtain between the Pope and Patti Smith'.3 sourcesSee all sourcesCarey Mulligan Bans Music at Home
Actress Carey Mulligan has revealed that she does not allow music to be played at home, despite being married to musician Marcus Mumford of Mumford & Sons. The reason behind this is that Mulligan finds music too distracting.7 sourcesSee all sourcesThe Odyssey Imax Screenings Sell Out Quickly
The BFI Imax cinema in London is experiencing high demand for screenings of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' on Imax 70mm, with tickets selling out in under 30 minutes. This is the biggest Imax screen in the UK and the latest batch of tickets released on Friday also sold out quickly.2 sourcesSee all sourcesAkashvani News Updates
Akashvani, an Indian public radio broadcaster, presents news updates throughout the day. The updates include Morning News, Midday News, and News At Nine, which are broadcast live.20 sourcesSee all sourcesFootball Legend Franco Baresi Passes Away
Franco Baresi, an Italian football legend and AC Milan icon, has passed away at the age of 66. Known as one of the greatest defenders of all time, Baresi was a key player in Italy's 1982 World Cup victory. Tributes pour in from fans and fellow footballers worldwide.7 sourcesSee all sources