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Last update: 10 hours agoFestival Spotlight: Richmond Jazz and Music Festival returns Aug 8–9 with Erykah Badu headlining and a stacked lineup that also includes Samara Joy, Lupe Fiasco, Talib Kweli, and more—plus a week of straight-ahead jazz leading in. Pop Culture Export: Anderson .Paak is set to release the star-studded K-POPS! soundtrack tied to his Netflix film debut, featuring major K-pop names and a father-son story built around cultural exchange. AI Backlash Meets Real Life: US graduation speeches featuring AI heavyweights sparked boos and hostility, underscoring a widening generational split over whether AI is opportunity or threat. Tech + Society: NYU Abu Dhabi launched ChatSign, translating spoken Arabic/English into real-time sign language for both ASL and Emirati Sign Language. Arts + Community: Prague’s Vyshyvanka Day returns with a full day of Ukrainian culture, crafts, and solidarity—supporting refugees through community-run programming. Local Culture & Craft: Nepal’s Kathmandu Handicraft Expo runs May 22–24, pairing artisan demos and cultural performances with market access for makers.
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