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• David Bushnell's Turtle: The Revolutionary War's First Combat Submarine other

  During the American Revolution, Connecticut inventor David Bushnell designed the Turtle, the world's first combat-ready submarine, as a secret weapon for the patriots against the…

• Gloria Steinem, icône du féminisme américain, décède à 92 ans other

  La journaliste et essayiste américaine Gloria Steinem, figure majeure du féminisme, est décédée le 2 septembre 2026 à l'âge de 92 ans, comme l'a annoncé sa fondation sur…

• Trump's drone tariffs take effect with up to 100% duties on foreign imports other

  On Thursday, the tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on imported drones came into effect, with duties reaching as high as 100% for drones exceeding 55 pounds or equipped…

• University of Salamanca Seeks Two Temporary Professors of Plastic Expression Didactics other

  The University of Salamanca in Spain is inviting applications for two temporary teaching and research roles as Substitute Professors within the Department of Didactics of Plastic…

• Robin Hood Reimagined as Murderous Bandit in New Film Starring Hugh Jackman other

  A new film reimagines the legendary outlaw Robin Hood as a murderous bandit, with Hugh Jackman in the lead role and Jodie Comer portraying a sharp-witted nurse. The production,…

• Norway seizes Russian ship over $4.2 billion claim by Ukrainian energy firm other

  In the Arctic, Norwegian authorities have detained a Russian ship, the Professor Molchanov, following a request from Ukraine's state energy firm Naftogaz. This incident occurred…

• Isaac Mizrahi on Unzipped's Rerelease and His Target Role other

  This September, Janus Films brought back the fashion documentary Unzipped, which has excited the team at Vogue. On a recent episode of The Run-Through podcast, Nicole Phelps…

• Was Admiral Kimmel the Scapegoat of Pearl Harbor? other

  The article examines the controversy surrounding Admiral Husband Kimmel, commander of the Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor, who was blamed for the lack of preparation before the…

• National Park Service Removes Joel Shapiro Sculpture from Kennedy Center other

  Yesterday, the National Park Service took down a 24-foot blue sculpture created by Joel Shapiro from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, leading to backlash from…

• Neal Ascherson's Cold War Reporting Career Examined other

  The New Yorker reflects on the career of Neal Ascherson, a journalist who reported from the epicenter of Cold War Europe's major crises. The piece questions whether such a career…

• Leset Founder Lili Chemla's Packing Style for Hamptons Weekend other

  Lili Chemla, the founder of Leset, reveals her packing strategy for a late-summer getaway to the Hamptons, where she relishes beach outings and treats from her mother's bakery,…

• Vogue Revisits 39 Glamorous Venice Film Festival Photos from the 1990s and Early 2000s other

  With the commencement of the Venice Film Festival, Vogue unveiled a collection of 39 evocative images from the 1990s and early 2000s, capturing both the elegance and casual…

• Kusama's Final Years, Taiwan Pavilion Dispute, and Meloni's Cultural Shift other

  A recent media review highlights three key stories: Yayoi Kusama has been out of the public eye since 2019, working from a hospital where her assistants carry out her creations,…

• Juan Tamariz, Master of Card Magic, Dies at 82 other

  On October 18, 2023, the renowned Spanish magician Juan Manuel Tamariz-Martel Negrón passed away. He was born in Madrid on October 18, 1942, and began practicing magic at the…

• BSW's Alexander King: Berlin's Left Has a Free Speech Problem other

  Alexander King, a former member of Die Linke for nearly 25 years, including 15 years as a parliamentary assistant, has now become the Berlin state chairman and top candidate for…

• Emeco Sues Zara Home Over Norman Foster-Designed Chair Copies other

  Emeco, a furniture manufacturer based in the U.S., has filed a lawsuit against the Spanish brand Zara Home in the Hamburg District Court, accusing them of infringing on designs…

• German Court Rules Kraftwerk Sample as Permissible Pastiche other

  On [date], Germany's Federal Court of Justice (BGH) declared that Moses Pelham's use of a two-second sample from Kraftwerk's "Metall auf Metall" is allowed under the 'pastiche'…

• Carla Jeffery, Disney's 'Zombies' Star, Dies at 33 other

  Carla Jeffery, a beloved 33-year-old American actress known for her portrayal of Bree in Disney Channel's "Zombies" and its follow-ups, has passed away. Her agent, Carla…

• Sydney Sweeney to Portray Boxing Legend Christy Martin in New Film other

  Sydney Sweeney is set to star in the upcoming film "That's why the Lady is a Champ," where she will play Christy Martin, the first globally recognized female boxer. The film…

• Kirstie Allsopp airlifted to hospital after fall during Devon birthday trip other

  Kirstie Allsopp, the 55-year-old presenter of Channel 4's 'Location, Location, Location,' was airlifted to a hospital after falling on a muddy trail while returning from a beach…

• Wes Anderson Selects Nine Favorite Criterion Films at Mobile Closet other

  Filmmaker Wes Anderson chose nine films from the Criterion Collection during a stop of the Criterion Mobile Closet at the Hollywood Bowl, coinciding with the three-night concert…

• Sky Arte Documentary Explores Raphael's Life and the Mystery of La Fornarina other

  A new documentary titled "Raffaello – La Divina Bellezza" is set to air on Sky Arte on Saturday, September 5, offering a fresh perspective on the life of the Renaissance master…

• Accademia di Brera seeks live models for 25.82 euros per hour other

  The Accademia di Brera in Milan has announced an open call for live models for the upcoming academic year, offering a gross hourly wage of 25.82 euros plus VAT. The position…

• Carhartt WIP Transforms Galeries Lafayette Window into a Bedroom Installation other

  Carhartt WIP has unveiled 'Un Lieu à Soi' at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann in Paris, presenting its newest clothing line within a styled bedroom instead of a conventional…

• Games to Play While Waiting for Haunted Chocolatier other

  Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone's upcoming game Haunted Chocolatier, a follow-up to Stardew Valley, has no release date yet, but a June 2026 update confirmed ongoing development. The…

• Cozy Handheld Games to Play After Stardew Valley Perfection other

  The Displate Blog has released a comprehensive guide aimed at players striving for 100% completion in Stardew Valley. This resource outlines necessary tasks and suggests relaxing…

• 10 Cozy Switch Games to Play While Waiting for Stardew Valley 1.7 other

  ConcernedApe's Stardew Valley has surpassed 50 million copies sold and is anticipated to receive a 1.7 update, which will introduce new marriage options, a fresh farm layout, and…

• Contemporary Fantasy Artists: Dark Masters and Worldbuilders other

  This article showcases modern fantasy artists and their impact on publishing, gaming, and collectible card games. It discusses the genre's transformation into cinematic creations…

• Twitch Gifted Subs: Costs, Streamer Earnings, and Regional Variations other

  A guide on the Displate Blog breaks down the financial mechanics of gifted Twitch subscriptions, explaining costs to buyers and earnings for streamers. In the US, a Tier 1 gifted…

• From Enthusiast to Studio Owner: The Business of Interior Design other

  The article, published on urdesignmag.com, explores the transition from interior design hobbyist to professional studio owner. It emphasizes that many successful designers start…

• Guy Ritchie's 'The Gentlemen' Season 2: Aristocratic Drug Empire Expands into Europe other

  Theo James reprises his role as an aristocratic drug dealer in the second season of Guy Ritchie's crime saga 'The Gentlemen' on Netflix. The series, known for its rowdy and…

• Misc.etc Creates New Mural for Southend City Jam 2026 other

  A new mural by UK-based multidisciplinary artist Misc.etc has been added to the street art landscape in Southend-on-Sea, created for the Southend City Jam 2026. The artwork, whose…

• Elie Saab x H&M: Red-Carpet Glamour for the Masses other

  Elie Saab, the renowned Lebanese fashion designer celebrated for his glamorous red-carpet attire, is joining forces with H&M to unveil a 55-piece collection on October 22. This…

• Concomitentes Launches €100,000 Open Call for Participatory Art on Democracy's Next 50 Years other

  The Spanish cultural organization Concomitentes has initiated 'Confabular más democracia,' which includes an open call for €100,000 aimed at selecting two groups under 35 to…

• Gondwana Finance Minister Announces End of Summer and Funds other

  In a satirical broadcast on RFI's 'Chronique de Mamane', the Finance Minister of the fictional 'République très très démocratique du Gondwana' declares that the holiday season is…

• French Formal Gardens Face Climate Change Threat other

  This summer's extreme drought and heat have severely damaged the characteristic features of French formal gardens, including borders, paths, groves, and boxwood lacework.…

• Maduro's Lawyer Cites Head-of-State Immunity in US Drug Charges other

  Nicolas Maduro, the ousted Venezuelan president, is seeking dismissal of US criminal drug trafficking charges through a motion filed by his lawyer, Barry Pollack, in Manhattan…

• South Africa Probes Low Jet Flyover at Cape Town Stadium other

  Following a low-altitude flyover by two Airlink passenger jets prior to a rugby match at Cape Town's DHL Stadium, South Africa's aviation authority is examining flight data due to…

• Venice's Enduring Allure as Artistic Muse Explored other

  Venice, or Venezia, is renowned for its intricate canals, elaborate buildings, and vibrant cultural history. The city derives its name from the ancient Veneti tribe, and its…

• Recap: Episode 8 of 'The Shards' Raises Stakes Ahead of Finale other

  In the penultimate episode of Season 1 of 'The Shards,' titled 'Hamlet,' the series escalates tension as it approaches its finale. The episode, running about 50 minutes, features…