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• Political Cartoonist Pat Oliphant Dies at 90 other

  Pat Oliphant, a Pulitzer Prize-winning political cartoonist whose work skewered figures from Marion Barry to George H.W. Bush, has died at age 90. Over a six-decade career, he was…

• Marco Cavazzin’s Debut Short ‘Mutrion’ Explores Belonging in the Venetian Lagoon other

  Venice-born director Marco Cavazzin has released his debut narrative short film, 'Mutrion,' which examines community identity in the Venetian Lagoon through a grotesque local…

• Louis Vuitton sues China's trademark regulator over dispute other

  Louis Vuitton Malletier has initiated administrative legal action against the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), involving Chinese individual Huang…

• 550-Million-Year-Old Fossil Shows Earliest Evidence of Right-Handedness other

  A study published July 9 in Scientific Reports reveals that Spriggina floundersi, a worm-like fossil from the Ediacaran period (538–635 million years ago), shows the earliest…

• Volkswagen licenses automotive safety tech for premium e-bike range other

  Volkswagen has teamed up with n+ to license its safety tech for a new series of premium e-bikes. These bikes feature advanced tools like radar awareness, rear-view cameras, smart…

• Three-Legged Bison Tiny Tim Thrives at Yellowstone Despite Disability other

  A three-legged bison named Tiny Tim has captured public attention at Yellowstone National Park, where he has survived at least two winters despite his disability. Wildlife…

• Roger Simons on Collecting Western Art and Making Friends other

  Roger Simons, a Dallas native and collector of Western art, recounts his early influences in a recent interview. His mother, a home-building entrepreneur in Texas, successfully…

• German Deaths Rise 32% During Record June Heatwave other

  During a historic heatwave in June, Germany saw a staggering 32% rise in fatalities, with approximately 23,900 deaths recorded from June 22 to June 28. This marks an increase of…

• Eva Helene Pade's Artist's Table Fundraiser at Contemporary Art Society other

  Eva Helene Pade (b. 1997, Denmark) will participate in the Contemporary Art Society's Artist's Table event, a charitable fundraiser. Pade is a painter based in Paris known for…

• Pokémon Go's 10th Anniversary: A Dedicated Community Still Plays Daily other

  Ten years after its explosive 2016 launch, Pokémon Go maintains a dedicated global player base. In July 2026, around 200 players gathered at Prato della Valle in Padua, Italy, to…

• Hyundai Card and Hyundai Motor Complete Stablecoin PoC for Cross-Border Treasury other

  On July 9, it was announced that Hyundai Card and Hyundai Motor have successfully conducted a Proof of Concept (PoC) utilizing stablecoins for cross-border transactions among…

• Porto Rocha Gives Tinder Its First Rebrand in Nearly a Decade other

  Tinder has kicked off its first rebranding in nearly a decade, collaborating with the design agency Porto Rocha. The new look showcases a revamped flame logo, a bold all-uppercase…

• Voices of Introverts: Navigating Social Spaces and Solitude other

  A vox pop feature in Frankie magazine collects perspectives from self-identified introverts on how they navigate social interactions and solitude. Contributors include Hannah, a…

• Photographers Defend Close Encounter with Famous Puma Dania in Chile other

  A viral video showing a wild puma named Dania walking through a group of photographers in Torres del Paine National Park, Chile, has sparked online criticism. The photographers,…

• Norwegian tanker hit by projectile off Oman amid US-Iran tensions other

  A Norwegian chemical tanker, the Stolt Magnesium, was struck by an unidentified projectile off the coast of Oman, causing an explosion and fire in the engine room. The incident…

• Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos Turn Space into a Billionaire Battleground other

  Researchers recently warned that Elon Musk's satellite fleet causes 500 times more climate damage than previously thought. Now Jeff Bezos is following suit, turning orbit into a…

• Comedian George Civeris on Literature, Laughter, and His East End Debut other

  Comedian George Civeris, co-host of the podcast StraightioLab, will perform his first stand-up show on the East End at Guild Hall on August 30. In an interview with CULTURED, he…

• Wikipedia turns 25, fights AI threat with bus tour across Germany other

  Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia, is celebrating its 25th anniversary while facing increasing competition from AI-generated content. To promote human-curated knowledge,…

• BBC Publishes 2025-2026 Star Salaries: Scott Mills Tops List at £750,000 other

  The BBC has released its annual list of salaries for its highest-paid on-air talent for the 2025-2026 financial year. Former Radio 2 breakfast host Scott Mills leads the list with…

• Frida Kahlo's Journey from Painter to Pop Icon Explored in New Podcast other

  A new episode of the podcast 'Kunst und Leben' examines how Frida Kahlo became a global icon. Hosted by Sara-Marie Plekat, the episode features Monopol editor-in-chief Elke Buhr…

• Bayern Reform, MOWAA, Merkel-Porträt, Fußballer-Sammler, Eggers, Piss Christ other

  Laut Jörg Häntzschel in der SZ könnte die Reform der Provenienzforschung in Bayern einen wichtigen Fortschritt im Umgang mit NS-Raubkunst bringen. Allerdings hängt ihr Gelingen…

• Botanical Illustration: A Timeless Blend of Art and Science other

  Despite the advent of photography, botanical illustration—an intricate visual depiction of plants for scientific study—continues to hold significance. It highlights essential…

• EU lawmakers demand 'youth mode' to curb addictive social media features for children other

  The European Union's parliament culture committee has demanded a 'youth mode' for social media platforms that disables addictive features and targeted advertising for minors. The…

• Oura Ring 5 Review: Refined Design and AI Health Coaching other

  Oura has released the Ring 5, a refined version of its smart ring that maintains leadership in the category. The ring is 40% smaller than the Ring 4, measuring 6.09 mm wide and…

• Archer Aviation's Midnight eVTOL aircraft targets 2028 LA Olympics as air taxi other

  Archer Aviation, launched in 2018 by Brett Adock and Adam Goldstein, is working on the Midnight eVTOL aircraft, which is currently in flight testing for FAA certification. This…

• Hailey Bieber Launches Limited-Edition Denim Capsule for Gap other

  On July 16, Gap will unveil a limited-edition denim collection called the Hailey Jean, created in partnership with Hailey Bieber. This capsule includes two relaxed styles…

• A$AP Rocky Turns Puma Suede '94 Launch into Short Film other

  A$AP Rocky has transformed the launch of the Puma Suede '94 sneaker into a short film, debuting July 16. The rapper bypassed a traditional commercial, creating a reel resembling a…

• 57 injured in final Pamplona bull run other

  The final day of the San Fermin festival in Pamplona, Spain, left 57 people injured, including an 18-year-old with a gore wound to the thigh and a 46-year-old gored in the chest.…

• Vogue Podcast: Summer Arts Roundup other

  Vogue's podcast discusses summer highlights in film, books, music, and sports. Deputy editor Taylor Antrim and senior fashion writer Hannah Jackson join Chloe. Antrim praises…

• C3A Andalucía Opens 2026-2027 Artistic Residency Call other

  The Centro de Creación Contemporánea de Andalucía (C3A), under the Consejería de Cultura y Deporte, has launched its artistic residency call for 2026-2027. The program targets…

• Al-Ghazālī's Spiritual Crisis and Decade as a Wandering Sufi other

  In 1095, the renowned Islamic scholar and philosopher Al-Ghazālī (1058–1111 CE) abandoned his prestigious position as head of the Niẓāmiyya Madrasa in Baghdad, a leading academic…

• Louvre Heist Mastermind Wanted More Loot, Court Reveals other

  The mastermind behind last year's $102-million Louvre heist was reportedly disappointed with the stolen jewels, according to court statements published by Le Monde. Two alleged…

• Southwest Contemporary Retracts Review of 'The Rest Is Drag' at 516 Arts other

  Southwest Contemporary, a regional art magazine, has withdrawn its review of 'The Rest Is Drag' at 516 Arts in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This retraction, issued on July 14, 2026,…

• Vogue's Top Minimalist Wedding Dresses for 2024 other

  Vogue has curated a selection of 34 simple wedding dresses for minimalist brides, emphasizing clean lines, streamlined silhouettes, and pared-back details. The resurgence of 1990s…

• Eleonora Buratto's Mimì Outshines Set and Direction in Verona's Bohème other

  In the Arena di Verona's production of Puccini's "La Bohème," directed by Alfonso Signorini, soprano Eleonora Buratto delivers a standout performance as Mimì, overshadowing the…

• CCCB opens call for Senior Technician in Cultural Project Coordination other

  The Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB) has launched a selection process for a senior technician in cultural project coordination. The role involves executing…

• The Big Five and the Birth of Psychedelic Art in 1960s San Francisco other

  Psychedelic art emerged as a hallmark of the 1960s counterculture, particularly in San Francisco, characterized by vivid hues and intricate forms. The movement originated in 1966,…

• Film über Seenotrettung der Iuventa im Mittelmeer other

  Der Film „23 000 Leben“ basiert auf der wahren Geschichte der „Iuventa“, einem Schiff, mit dem 2016 eine Gruppe junger Menschen Flüchtende im Mittelmeer rettete. Der Film wird in…

• Zoroastrian Dualism: Ancient Persian Faith's Cosmic Battle Between Good and Evil other

  Zoroastrianism, founded by Zarathustra (Zoroaster) in Persia around 1200-1000 BC, is one of the world's oldest faiths. It teaches a radical dualism: the universe is a cosmic…

• Nokia's new dumbphones feature a dedicated AI button other

  HMD has launched four retro Nokia 4G feature phones—the Nokia 200 4G, 210 4G, 215 4G 2nd Edition, and 235 4G 2nd Edition—each equipped with a large AI button at the center of the…