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culture1 day ago•473 min saved

Housemaid Author Drops the Secret, Embracing a Public Life

Freida McFadden, the best-selling author of The Housemaid, reveals that her real name is Sara Cohen, a brain-disorder doctor who previously kept her writing under a pseudonym to protect her medical career. She’s since reduced her hospital hours and is ready to step into the spotlight as her books (and their film adaptations) continue to gain attention, including past connections to a Sydney Sweeney–Amanda Seyfried project. Her disclosed reason for wearing wigs was privacy, but she’s now embracing her dual life.

via The Cut|

#authors #books #culture

technology16 days ago•5 min saved

Apple Debuts Apple Business, a Unified Platform for Devices, Apps, and Customer Engagement

Apple today announced Apple Business, a unified platform that combines device management (MDM), work tools, and customer engagement across Apple’s ecosystem. It enables zero-touch device deployment, cryptographic separation of personal and work data, and automated provisioning with Google Workspace and Entra ID, while consolidating branding and analytics for Maps, Mail, Wallet, and other services. Launching April 14 in 200+ regions as a free upgrade from legacy business tools (with some features region-limited) and optional paid add-ons, Apple Business will replace Apple Business Essentials, Apple Business Manager, and Apple Business Connect, with data migrated automatically.

via MacRumors|

#apple #apple-business #business-tools

culture20 days ago•6 min saved

Banksy Revealed: Does Anonymity Still Drive Art’s Mystery?

Reuters reports that Robin Gunningham is Banksy, though the artist has not confirmed the identity. The unmasking ends the global mystery and raises questions about whether anonymity has fueled Banksy’s mystique and market value, with predictions of possible shifts in output and prices; history shows some artists (e.g., Basquiat, KAWS) thrive after exposure, and anonymity remains a strategic choice across arts and beyond.

via CNN|

#anonymity #art-market #banksy

culture20 days ago•72 min saved

Banksy in the spotlight again as media consider unmasking the elusive artist

Media speculation about Banksy's true identity resurfaces, fueling debates on the value of anonymity in street art, with some fans upset by a potential reveal while dealers remain unfazed, underscoring how identity can influence interpretation and market dynamics.

via AP News|

#anonymous #art #banksy

culture23 days ago•5 min saved

Is Banksy Finally Unmasked? Reuters Probe Fuels Identity Debate

A Reuters investigation claims to have identified Banksy as Robin Gunningham (who later used the name David Jones), reigniting decades of speculation about the anonymous street artist’s true identity. The article traces his Bristol origins, rise to global fame, notable stunts like Dismaland and the 2018 Girl with Balloon shredding, and notes several names linked to Banksy, though fans argue anonymity remains central to the brand.

via BBC|

#anonymity #banksy #culture

arts-and-culture28 days ago•17 min saved

Reuters Names Banksy: Robin Gunningham, Not Del Naja

Reuters reports it has traced Banksy’s identity to Robin Gunningham, who allegedly changed his name to David Jones, arguing he is the elusive graffiti artist behind the U.K.’s most famed politically charged murals. The investigation cites a Ukraine trip, photos with locals, a 2000 New York arrest with a handwritten confession, and other leads, while Banksy’s lawyers dispute the claims as privacy-invasive. The piece underscores the ongoing debate over Banksy’s anonymity and cultural impact.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#arts-and-culture #banksy #david-jones

culture1 month ago•10 min saved

Cars as Cultural Mirrors: A Global Portrait of Mobility

Dutch photographer Martin Roemers’ Homo Mobilis surveys about 200 vehicles across eight countries to explore how transport reveals owners’ identities, cultural values, and social inequalities—from rooftop gardens on cars in India to homeless-car living in the U.S.—and ends with depictions of scrapped vehicles to underscore mobility’s impermanence.

via NPR|

#cars #culture #globalization

world2 months ago•13 min saved

Passing as Christian under the Holocaust: survival came at a heavy price

During the Holocaust, some Jewish women survived by adopting Christian identities and false papers, enabling them to move, work, or ferry items between ghettos. This survival strategy was fraught with constant risk and deep psychological toll, forcing women to erase parts of themselves and endure isolation, even after liberation.

via The Conversation|

#holocaust #identity #jewish-women

personal-essay3 months ago•1 min saved

Coping with the Loss of a Newly Known Father

The author recounts the emotional experience of finally meeting her biological father after nearly three decades, only to face the grief of losing him shortly after, highlighting the complex feelings of connection and loss.

via The Cut|

#family #father #identity

entertainment3 months ago•2 min saved

Gladiator Giant to Revert to Birth Surname Bigg

Jamie Christian-Johal, known as Giant on BBC's Gladiators, is reverting to his birth surname Bigg following his divorce and ADHD diagnosis, aiming to reclaim his identity and be more authentic in his personal and professional life.

via BBC|

#entertainment #giant #gladiators

sports3 months ago•1 min saved

Patriots' New Era Shows Signs of the Old in Ravens Victory

Mike Vrabel emphasizes the importance of belief and identity for the Patriots, highlighting their resilience and ability to find ways to win, as demonstrated in their recent game. The article also reviews Drake Maye’s strong performance against Baltimore and Stefon Diggs’ standout play, underscoring key individual contributions in the broader team effort.

via Boston Sports Journal|

#belief #identity #mike-vrabel

world3 months ago•11 min saved

Americans Pursue Dual Citizenship Amidst Political Shifts

Amid political instability and social issues in the US, more Americans are seeking dual citizenship through descent as a form of insurance and escape route, driven by concerns over rights, safety, and opportunities, with many viewing it as a way to secure a plan B in uncertain times.

via The Guardian|

#americans #dual-citizenship #identity

science-fiction5 months ago•4 min saved

Choosing Between Paper and Plastic

Harold receives a pill that expands into a clone of his wife Rosie, but the clone is imperfect and different from the original, raising questions about identity and the ethics of AI-driven regeneration, all set in a future where such treatments are insurance-approved and cost-saving.

via Nature|

#ai #identity #insurance

culture7 months ago•3 min saved

Considering Hyphenation After Marriage: A Personal Reflection on Offense and Tradition

The author discusses her desire to hyphenate her last name after marriage to honor her family heritage, but finds it complicated due to initials and practicality, ultimately choosing to adopt her husband's name while maintaining her maiden name in professional settings, emphasizing the importance of cultural identity and personal choice.

via AOL.com|

#cultural-heritage #culture #identity

music8 months ago•3 min saved

Tommy Genesis: Rising Star in Music

Tommy Genesis's album GENESIS marks a shift from her usual provocative style to a more introspective exploration of her struggles with rejection, identity, and self-actualization, blending various genres and showcasing her creative versatility, though some parts feel less distinct and more experimental.

via Pitchfork|

#genesis #genre-hopping #identity