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• Piero Angela, Italian Science Communicator, Dies at 93 other

  Piero Angela, the pioneering Italian science communicator and creator of the beloved television program "Quark" (later "SuperQuark"), has died at the age of 93. Angela began his…

• Motorsport Filmmaker Mark Urban on the Vertical Video Dilemma other

  In a recent YouTube video, professional motorsport filmmaker Mark Urban addressed the challenges of shooting for both vertical (9:16) and horizontal (16:9) formats, a common issue…

• Künstlerische Plakatkampagne #machdeinkreuz mobilisiert für Landtagswahl in Sachsen-Anhalt other

  Die Kunst-Initiative #machdeinkreuz ruft zum dritten Mal zur Teilnahme an der Wahl auf, dieses Mal zur Landtagswahl in Sachsen-Anhalt, die am 6. September stattfindet. Laut einer…

• Suspicious Object on German Rail Tracks Not Explosive, Police Say other

  On Thursday, German authorities reported that a suspicious item found on train tracks in Treuchtlingen, Bavaria, was not explosive, alleviating earlier concerns. The discovery,…

• The 1932 Bonus Army March: When the US Army Attacked Its Own Veterans other

  In 1932, during the Great Depression, thousands of unemployed World War I veterans marched on Washington DC to demand early payment of bonuses promised by the World War Adjusted…

• Test Your Street Art Knowledge with 15 Questions other

  Beaux Arts magazine has published an interactive quiz challenging readers on their knowledge of street art, its history, iconic figures, and famous works. The quiz covers pioneers…

• Total Solar Eclipse Over Europe Captured in Stunning Photos other

  On August 12, a total solar eclipse swept across parts of northern Russia, Greenland, Iceland, Spain, and a corner of Portugal, marking the first totality since April 2024. Over…

• Kunstmarkt belohnt Netzwerke, Volksbühne verteidigt Safe Space, Habermas-Haus unter Schutz other

  Die Berliner Volksbühne steht hinter den reservierten Zeiten ihres Freibads 'Volksbad' für die Schwarze Community. Intendant Matthias Lilienthal erläuterte im 'Spiegel', dass dies…

• Actor Paul Anthony Kelly Models Disney Mickey Mouse Tuxedo for Disney Weddings other

  Paul Anthony Kelly, recognized for portraying John F. Kennedy Jr. in FX's Love Story, appeared in an Instagram post by Disney Weddings and Allure Bridals showcasing the new Disney…

• Overtourism in the Italian Alps: Crowds, Queues, and New Measures other

  The Dolomites in the Italian Alps are grappling with significant overtourism, highlighted by the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, which is projected to attract 250,000 visitors in 2025 and…

• Kristen Stewart and Alia Shawkat Match Styles at The Wrong Girls Promo other

  During the promotion of Dylan Meyer’s stoner comedy, *The Wrong Girls*, Kristen Stewart and Alia Shawkat have been coordinating their outfits in a subtle way, even though their…

• Prado's AI Solar Eclipse Video, Spielberg Honored by MoMA, DS+R's MIT Warehouse, and More other

  On August 12, Spain experienced its first total solar eclipse in more than a century, leading Madrid's Museo Nacional del Prado to unveil an A.I.-enhanced video titled 'The Prado…

• Site-Specific Installations We Wish We'd Seen Live other

  A curated list of site-specific installations that challenge the traditional gallery experience, compiled by Collater.al. The works highlighted include Robert Smithson's Spiral…

• JDO Academy Graduates' Final Shoot: Classical Meets 80s/90s other

  KALTBLUT proudly showcases 'FULL-GRAIN LEATHERETTE', a fashion editorial captured by Armando Branco. This project highlights the graduation work of seven hair and make-up students…

• Photographers Chase Total Solar Eclipse Across Europe other

  On August 12, 2026, photographers from around the globe convened in Europe to witness a total solar eclipse. Angel Fux, representing Nikon, captured the phenomenon in central…

• Netflix Thriller 'The Last House' Traps Family in Rain-Sealed Home other

  In the Netflix thriller "The Last House," a family becomes trapped inside their home as rain begins to fall, sealing the house as if it were airtight. The film explores the…

• UPF Clothing Gains Popularity as Sun Protection Alternative other

  A rising trend in sun-protective apparel is evident, particularly showcased by Anne Hathaway’s vacation snapshots from Italy and southern France, where she donned Tutublue…

• Karoline Leavitt to Step Down as White House Press Secretary other

  On 13 August 2026, Donald Trump announced that Karoline Leavitt will step down as White House press secretary at the end of the month to spend more time with her family. She will…

• Pentagon Watchdog Warns of Severe Decay at US Military Bases Across Pacific other

  An emergency management advisory from the Pentagon inspector general has flagged severe decay across 11 US military facilities in the Pacific region, including corrosion, holes in…

• Save The Children's Animated Short Tackles Summer Holiday Poverty other

  Save The Children has unveiled a 90-second animated short titled 'The Elephant in the Room', featuring illustrations by Alice Bowsher and animation by Plastic Horse, to shed light…

• Janet Echelman's 'A Sky Full of Hope' Suspends Over Frankfurt's Konstablerwache other

  On August 11th, 2026, Janet Echelman's impressive public art piece, 'A Sky Full of Hope – Earthtime 1.78 Frankfurt,' was revealed at Konstablerwache, a prominent square in…

• Operation Pied Piper: Britain's Largest Wartime Evacuation other

  On September 1, 1939, the British government initiated Operation Pied Piper, aimed at relocating 1.5 million individuals, including almost 800,000 children, from cities to the…

• Mark McEvoy's 1990s Night Tube Photographs Capture Pre-Smartphone London other

  In the 1990s, photographer Mark McEvoy captured the lively nightlife of London's Underground, taking portraits of punks, revelers, and late-night couples in carriages around 11pm…

• Tom Holland's Watch Collection and Other Art World News other

  Actor Tom Holland has developed a passion for collecting watches, as reported in Artnet News' bulletin. The article also mentions that the Guggenheim Museum is featured on the…

• Mercedes-Benz Issues Birth Certificates for Classic Car Models other

  Mercedes-Benz has begun issuing birth certificates for some of its car models, a move that could appeal to owners of classic and youngtimer vehicles. The certificates, which…

• SHARE3DCAM Unveils C10 Series SLAM LiDAR Scanners for Reality Capture other

  SHARE3DCAM has introduced the C10 Series, a collection of SLAM-based mobile LiDAR scanners designed for geospatial applications, featuring the C10-16, C10-32, and C10-32 PRO…

• Trump Administration Shifts to Economic Pressure on Iran as Military Campaign Stalls other

  The Trump administration is pivoting to economic warfare against Iran after its military campaign has failed to force Tehran's capitulation. The strategy, dubbed 'Operation…

• Phoebe Bridgers' 'Lost Weekend' Album Premiere at Armagh Planetarium other

  Armagh Planetarium in Northern Ireland hosted an immersive listening event for Phoebe Bridgers' new album 'Lost Weekend', which is due for release on Friday. The event combined…

• Putin's First Visit to Disputed Kuril Islands Draws Japan Protest other

  Russian President Vladimir Putin made his inaugural visit to the Kuril Islands on Thursday, a territory also claimed by Japan, prompting a strong protest from Tokyo. The islands,…

• Alan Cumming and Shirley Henderson Reunite in 'The History of Paper' at Pitlochry other

  For the first time, Alan Cumming and Shirley Henderson, who have been friends for forty years, share the stage in 'The History of Paper' at Pitlochry Festival Theatre, where…

• Musician Sachie Mikawa cancels Fringe shows after theft of father's trumpet other

  Sachie Mikawa, a 48-year-old musician from Japan, has called off her performances at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe following the theft of her trumpet and vintage melodica. The…

• BTS's V Reveals Hearing Loss Battle During World Tour other

  On Wednesday's livestream, V, a member of BTS, shared that he has been undergoing treatment for hearing loss in his right ear for approximately two and a half years. The…

• Inuteq and Adidas Unveil Advanced Cooling Systems for Athletes other

  INUTEQ, a Netherlands-based firm founded in 2011, has partnered with adidas to develop specialized cooling technologies for elite athletes. Their first product, the INUTEQ-PCM…

• Estranged Children: From Collien Fernandes to Brad Pitt, a Cultural Shift other

  A recent article in the Neue Zürcher Zeitung explores the growing phenomenon of adult children cutting off contact with their parents, framing it as an act of self-care. The piece…

• UK Nurses Report 'Inhumane' Heat in Hospitals as Heatwave Grips Country other

  As the UK faces its fifth heatwave this year, the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has highlighted that temperatures in hospitals and care facilities are exceeding 30 degrees…

• Male Nudes in Art: From Barberini Faun to Eakins' Swimming other

  A survey of famous male nudes in Western art history, highlighting works from the Barberini Faun to Thomas Eakins' Swimming. The article discusses the rarity of male nudes…

• German Government Moves to Block Berlin Housing Expropriation other

  The German federal government has announced plans to introduce legislation that would prevent Berlin from socializing private housing companies following a successful referendum.…

• Nauen Mayor on BSH Plant Closure: 'My Influence Was Limited' other

  The BSH washing machine factory in Nauen, near Berlin, is set to close in 2027, despite months of protests by employees. Mayor Michael Wiebersinsky personally accompanied the…

• Recap of The Shards Episode 3: Bret's Investigation Intensifies other

  In the third episode of HBO's The Shards, Bret Easton Ellis's semi-autobiographical thriller continues to follow the mysterious disappearances of students at a Los Angeles high…

• CDU's Sven Schulze Rides 600 km Across Saxony-Anhalt to Counter AfD other

  Sven Schulze, the Minister-President of Saxony-Anhalt and a CDU politician, has been in office for only six months, yet he has already embarked on a 600-kilometer cycling tour…