India tries to halt auction of Piprahwa gems found with Buddha’s remains | Buddhism
The Indian government has issued a legal notice to halt the “unethical” auction of ancient gem relics, which it said should be treated as the sacred body of the Buddha. Its ministry of culture said the auction of the Piprahwa gems in Hong Kong this week “violates Indian and international laws, as well as United…
‘Women designing for women’: the new wave dominating UK high street | Fashion
The health of the British high street is a much-discussed topic in fashion. The latest secret weapon set to resuscitate the sector? A wave of female designers at much-loved brands. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. Jacqui Markham, previously the design director…
Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha wins Pulitzer prize for commentary | Pulitzer prize
The renowned Palestinian poet and author, Mosab Abu Toha, is among this year’s Pulitzer prize winners. Abu Toha was awarded for a series of essays in the New Yorker documenting the lives and suffering of Palestinians in Gaza, where he has lived nearly all his life. “I have just won a Pulitzer Prize for Commentary,”…
Breaking down sports stars fashion looks at event
Black dandyism: Met Gala to highlight Black influence in fashion Black dandys and clothiers are being celebrated with this year’s Met Gala theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” I am a 28-year-old unmarried man with very poor fashion sense. I have never watched the Met Gala before. In the last year, three of my female friends…
Ex-French interior minister apologises to Liverpool fans for making them a ‘scapegoat’ | Champions League final 2022
The former French interior minister has apologised to Liverpool fans for using them as a “scapegoat” for the chaos surrounding the 2022 Champions League final in Paris, where supporters of the club, including children, were teargassed by police amid false claims they had caused a riot. Gérald Darmanin, who is now France’s justice minister, called…