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Darwin in Paradise: Art, Identity, and Controversy Unfolds

2/17/2026

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The Whitworth in Manchester hosts the exhibition Darwin in Paradise Camp, featuring Yuki Kihara's work that critiques Pacific representations and celebrates Fa’afafine identities.
Kihara's Darwin Drag shows her dressed as Darwin and discusses gender and sexuality in marine life.
Greater Manchester Police are investigating a complaint of 'treating' at a Labour event on February 11, 2026, linked to support for Angeliki Stogia ahead of the February 26, 2026 by-election.

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The Whitworth in Manchester hosts the exhibition Darwin in Paradise Camp, featuring Yuki Kihara's work that critiques Pacific representations and celebrates Fa’afafine identities.
Kihara's Darwin Drag shows her dressed as Darwin and discusses gender and sexuality in marine life.
Greater Manchester Police are investigating a complaint of 'treating' at a Labour event on February 11, 2026, linked to support for Angeliki Stogia ahead of the February 26, 2026 by-election.