July is especially jam-packed with new releases and has more creative ambition than you can imagine. From an electrifying Mexican action thriller to Lena Dunham's triumphant return to television,...
The UK is a small island studded with secrets and secret lairs. I’m not just saying that because I grew up amidst American expanses and am honestly in awe of how the British maximize every square...
Let’s be honest: “classical music” doesn’t always sound like much fun. For many, it conjures images of stern men in wigs, concert halls filled with people in ballgowns and black tie, or the...
I've been writing recently about science fiction book recommendations and it got me thinking about sci-fi art - and some of the spectacular artworks which the genre has inspired. Science fiction...
Today, June 19, Pixar's Inside Out celebrates its 10th anniversary, and it's the perfect opportunity to remember the most valuable life lessons and emotional intelligence that this brilliant and...
2025 marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen, and this anniversary has reignited interest in her life and work across all formats. Beyond commemorative editions and literary events,...
Cinema, 50 years ago, taught movie audiences to be afraid of sharks. Friday, June 20, marks the 50th anniversary of the debut of Steven Spielberg's “great sea chase episode” Jaws. Released in...
Every Monday on Global Comment, we share Something Special you don't want to miss. To fit with the six core pillars of the magazine, these will alternate between the themes of watch / listen / read /...
When the heat hits in Spain, there’s no doubt about it: it’s time for tinto de verano (summer red wine). But this refreshing drink, a favorite on terraces and beach bars, can keep you company in...
This month over at Five Books For we’ve been talking about books that explore the breadth and complexity of women’s experiences and relationships. Some are funny, some are dark and some are...
