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Culture news — October 18, 2026

Culture publications published on October 18, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

17 publications

  1. CultureConstitutionProtestMiddle East

    Police Intervene in Protests Against Removal of Artworks from Colombian Museum

    Protests erupted outside the National Museum of Bogotá after the government ordered the removal of at least 30 pieces related to LGBTIQ+, feminist, and political movements. Over two days, police, including the National Anti-Riot Unit (Unadi), intervened in the largely peaceful demonstrations, using water cannons, stun grenades, and tear gas. Authorities, including the Ombudsman, criticized the interventions as disproportionate. Artists and museums condemned the removal of the artworks, calling it an attempt to erase historical memory.
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  3. CultureAsiaBudget

    BBC Accused of 'Brainwashing' Children with Left-Wing Views on Bitesize Website

    The BBC has been criticized for pushing 'extreme' Left-wing views on migration, Net Zero, and inequality to millions of pupils via its educational website, BBC Bitesize. The site encourages children to support open borders, amnesty for illegal migrants, and controversial environmental policies. Some politicians and former BBC executives have called for an urgent investigation into these findings.
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  4. CultureIsrael

    'SNL UK' Roasts Shane Gillis Over 'Whores' Joke, Calls Him a 'F***ing C***'

    'SNL UK' took a jab at Shane Gillis during their Weekend Update segment, calling him out for his controversial joke about women's gym attire and dropping an f-bomb on live TV. Co-host Ania Magliano ended the segment with a joke directed at Gillis, saying, 'Last week on 'SNL,' comedian Shane Gillis also caused controversy by dropping the f-bomb. Oh Shane, you're not allowed to say that, you stupid f---ing c---.' The British show also flipped a human interest story about cycling shorts protecting women from upskirting into a dig at Gillis.
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  7. CultureUnited Kingdom

    Barbara Palvin Returns to Victoria's Secret Runway Six Weeks Postpartum

    Hungarian model Barbara Palvin made a swift return to the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, walking the runway just six weeks after giving birth to her daughter Sylvie. The announcement was met with admiration from her husband, actor Dylan Sprouse. Palvin's participation in the event, held in Los Angeles on October 18, was confirmed along with other models such as Alessandra Ambrosio, Gigi Hadid, and Ashley Graham.
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  8. CultureEurope

    October 17 Protests Turn Violent Across France

    Protests across France on October 17 turned violent, with clashes between protesters and law enforcement in Paris and other cities. Demonstrations were largely peaceful initially, but tensions escalated throughout the day. Incidents included tear gas usage, barricade fires, and looting. The protests were marked by strong social mobilization and violence, leaving nearly 500 law enforcement officers injured and resulting in over 1800 arrests nationwide.
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  10. CultureAstronomy

    Elizabeth Holmes: The Truth Behind Theranos

    Elizabeth Holmes, the founder of Theranos, is the subject of a new documentary directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim. The film, 'You Can See Everything,' explores Holmes' last days of freedom before serving an 11-year sentence for fraud. Through interviews and fly-on-the-wall footage, the documentary raises questions about Holmes' intentions and the extent of her deception. Despite her conviction, Holmes maintains her innocence and insists she has never told a lie in her adult life.
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  11. CultureMiddle East

    Hundreds of Millions in Damages to French Stores During Protests

    Protests in France resulted in extensive damage to retail outlets, with over 1,500 stores affected and losses estimated in the hundreds of millions of euros. The Federation of Commerce and Distribution (FCD) reported that around 50 stores were looted and vandalized, while 1,500 were targeted in total. The French government and retailers are calling for accelerated compensation procedures and better protection for stores.
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  13. CultureUnited Kingdom

    Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2026 Returns with Alessandra Ambrosio, Musical Performances

    The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2026 is set to take place on Sunday, October 18, in Los Angeles. The event will mark the brand's third major show after a nearly six-year hiatus. Brazilian model Alessandra Ambrosio, 45, will celebrate her 20th walk at the show. Other confirmed models include Adriana Lima, Gigi Hadid, Candice Swanepoel, Ashley Graham, and Alex Consani. Musical performances will be held by Megan Thee Stallion, Megan Moroney, Tate McRae, and KATSEYE.
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  16. CultureEarth

    Nayyi Navelli Fails to Impress Audiences, Struggles at Box Office

    The recently released film 'Nayyi Navelli' starring Yami Gautam has received disappointing reviews from netizens and critics alike. Directed by Balaji Mohan, the movie is criticized for losing its identity and descending into mythology, acting like an overdramatic TV soap. Despite the negative reviews, the film managed to collect ₹3.25 crore on its first day at the box office, but it failed to surpass the opening day haul of 'Article 370'. On the second day, the film saw a rise of 23% in collections despite having fewer shows.
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