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• Thomas Melle and Stefan Pucher stage Schiller's 'Die Räuber' in Stuttgart other

  Thomas Melle has supplemented Friedrich Schiller's classic play 'Die Räuber' (The Robbers) with additional text, and director Stefan Pucher has staged the result at the Schauspiel…

• Ray Gotto's Enduring New York Mets Logo: A Unifying Emblem other

  The logo of the New York Mets, created by cartoonist Ray Gotto in 1961, has remained mostly the same and symbolizes a sense of unity for supporters following the exits of the…

• Olivia Wilde on Irish Roots, Oscar Wilde Namesake, and New Film 'The Invite' other

  Olivia Wilde, born Olivia Jane Cockburn, adopted her stage surname in honor of Oscar Wilde after performing in 'The Importance of Being Earnest'. She discusses her Irish heritage,…

• MACBA Barcelona Seeks Audiovisual Technician for Temporary Position other

  The Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA) has opened a call for applications to fill a temporary audiovisual technician vacancy. The role involves executing and ensuring…

• Wolf Alice play Nirvana cover at Finsbury Park homecoming other

  On July 5, 2026, Wolf Alice captivated a crowd of 45,000 at London's Finsbury Park, marking their largest concert to date. The band, which Ellie Rowsell and Joff Oddie established…

• Sony Bravia 7 Mark II Review: Midrange Mini RGB TV Priced High at $2,300 other

  Sony's Bravia 7 Mark II is one of the first mini RGB LED televisions on the market, alongside the Hisense UR9 and TCL RM9L. Priced at $2,300 for the 65-inch model (with a $300…

• Paris Summer Art Guide: Beyond the Louvre and Centre Pompidou other

  Museumtijdschrift's summer guide on Paris emphasizes the vibrant art landscape of the city, showcasing both high-end brand museums and hidden ateliers. The Centre Pompidou will…

• Superfan Podcast Explores Ancient Fandom Roots from Roman Chariot Races to Taylor Swift other

  The second episode of the podcast Superfan, hosted by Viola Stefanello, traces the history of fandom from ancient Rome to modern pop culture. It opens with a 2,000-year-old…

• CK Reed Illustrates Reimagined Driskill Grill in Austin other

  Chicago-based artist and Surface contributor CK Reed was invited to Austin for the reopening of The Driskill Grill, a historic steakhouse inside the 139-year-old Driskill Hotel.…

• Yoga Poses Linked to Improved Gut Health, Studies Show other

  Scientific research supports yoga's direct benefits for gut health, including reduced IBS symptoms and improved gut microbiota. A systematic review found yoga improved IBS symptom…

• Martin Brudnizki's Favorite London Spots other

  Interior and product designer Martin Brudnizki shares his favorite London locations. He recommends Cafe Deco behind the British Museum for its seasonal menu. His recent move from…

• Chanel Acquires Charvet, Met Objects Valued at $95M, Ana Mendieta at Tate Modern other

  Chanel has purchased Charvet, the renowned Parisian shirtmaker celebrated for its custom shirts, aiming to safeguard its craftsmanship and legacy while ensuring creative autonomy.…

• Haifaa Al Mansour's Thriller 'Les Silences de Riyad' Hits Theaters August 5 other

  Saudi director Haifaa Al Mansour releases her fifth feature film, 'Les Silences de Riyad', a thriller set in Riyad where a young policewoman, Nawal, investigates the death of an…

• Nickelodeon: Stummfilmkomödie bei Arte other

  Der Film 'Nickelodeon', unter der Regie von Leo Harrigan (dargestellt von Ryan O'Neal), erzählt die Geschichten von Pionieren des Stummfilms sowohl vor als auch hinter der Kamera.…

• Parisian Cyclists Reimagined as Mid-Century Portraits other

  A new photography series by an American expatriate in Paris reimagines daily commuters in the style of mid-century cycling champion Fausto Coppi's iconic portraits. The project,…

• Italian Art & Culture Job Roundup: REBUILD Expo, Vomero Museums, Talè Casting, Sassari University other

  This week's Italian art and culture job opportunities include a call for speakers at REBUILD Expo Italia's Congresso di Architettura Avanzata e Costruzione 4.0, an international…

• Bank of England Names Rhys Phillips Chief Cashier other

  Effective 19 October 2026, Rhys Phillips will take on the role of Chief Cashier and Director of Notes at the Bank of England, as announced by Governor Andrew Bailey. Bailey…

• Nili Lotan Opens Southampton Boutique With Community Film Screening other

  Nili Lotan has inaugurated her eighth standalone boutique at 30 Main Street in Southampton, New York, marking her second location in the Hamptons. The opening celebration featured…

• Ramón Acín 2026 call for artistic research projects opens in Huesca other

  The Diputación Provincial de Huesca has launched a call for artistic creation and research projects under the name "Proyectos artísticos de creación e investigación Ramón Acín…

• Einstein and Chaplin's 1931 Friendship: When Genius Met Comedy other

  In 1930-31, Albert Einstein, at the height of his fame during a U.S. visit, sought to meet Charlie Chaplin in California. Their first private meeting occurred at Universal…

• Documentary on Misan Harriman Completed Before Controversy other

  The documentary 'Shoot the People' showcases British-Nigerian photographer, filmmaker, and activist Misan Harriman, and was finalized prior to a controversy in May concerning his…

• Freitag's Dada-esque campaigns: inside the Swiss brand's unconventional creative approach other

  Freitag creative director Thomas Wakeford discusses the brand's unique marketing philosophy, rooted in Dada-esque humour and upcycling. Founded in 1993 by graphic designers Markus…

• Light Space & Time Announces 34th Solo Art Series Competition other

  Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery has opened entries for its 34th “Solo Art Series” Online Art Competition, with a deadline of September 5, 2026. The gallery will select the…

• Accidental Renaissance: When Photos Resemble Old Master Paintings other

  The phenomenon of 'accidental Renaissance' or 'accidental Baroque' describes photographs that strikingly resemble paintings from centuries past. The term has gained traction…

• Guardian Australia's Carly Early deconstructs June's top photographs other

  Carly Early, the photograph and picture editor at Guardian Australia, examines the three standout images from June, detailing the artistry and structure that contribute to their…

• Venezuela earthquake survivor recounts 8 days buried alive other

  Hernan Gil, a 43-year-old security guard, survived eight days buried under rubble after a June 24 earthquake in Venezuela. Working his shift in a building basement, he felt two…

• Fashion Reacts to Men's Shifting Body Ideals on Spring 2027 Runways other

  The Spring/Summer 2027 menswear runways have introduced a divisively slimmer silhouette, alongside a growing number of muscular models, reflecting the looksmaxxing movement.…

• Musica Viva's The Fairy's Kiss Tour Opens in Brisbane other

  Musica Viva’s national tour, The Fairy's Kiss, launched at Brisbane Powerhouse's Visy Theatre on a warm Sunday afternoon, a venue typically known for rock music. Violinist Leila…

• Neurobiologist Chih-Ying Su leaves UC San Diego for Shenzhen academy other

  Chih-Ying Su, a prominent neurobiologist recognized for her research on olfaction, has departed from her role as faculty vice-chair at the University of California San Diego. She…

• Christelle Kocher and Levi's Unveil Couture Denim Collaboration at Paris Haute Couture Week other

  Christelle Kocher, artistic director of Lemarié and founder of Koché, has collaborated with Levi's on a 10-look collection that reimagines denim through haute couture techniques.…

• Russia strikes Kyiv with deadly barrage on eve of Nato summit other

  On Monday, Russia launched ballistic missiles at Ukraine's Kyiv region, resulting in the deaths of at least eight individuals and injuring many others, according to officials.…

• Pope Excommunicates Traditionalist Society of St. Pius X other

  Pope Francis has excommunicated the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX), an ultra-conservative Catholic group, for ordaining new bishops despite a Vatican ban. The move marks a sharp…

• Belarusian journalists face brutal repression under Lukashenko other

  Belarusian journalists are experiencing brutal repression reminiscent of Soviet times, with arrests, house searches, and forced exile. Many have fled abroad, but even there, they…

• Congolese fan becomes World Cup star by imitating Patrice Lumumba other

  A Congolese fan, Michel Kuka Mboladinga, has become a star at the World Cup by imitating the murdered Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba. He remains stoic even when his own team…

• Marke Spring 2027: A Time-Traveling Menswear Odyssey in Berlin other

  Mario Kleine presented his Marke Spring 2027 collection, titled 'Remnants and Relics,' at Berlin's ICC Internationales Congress Centrum, a dormant 1970s Brutalist building. The…

• Thomas Gainsborough's Daughters: His Favorite Models other

  Thomas Gainsborough, the 18th-century British portrait and landscape painter, had a close relationship with his daughters Mary and Margaret, whom he frequently painted. Despite…

• Medallions as modern talismans: jewelry trend reflects search for meaning other

  Jewelers report a surge in demand for medallions, driven by a desire to mark personal milestones and find meaning amid global uncertainty. The pieces, often engraved with symbols…

• NATO Summit in Ankara Unlikely to End Alliance's Decline other

  The upcoming NATO summit in Ankara is expected to fail in reversing the alliance's decline. The US plans to operate from a 'second row' in Europe, maintaining control while…

• DarkLab cancels Doug Aitken's $9.7M Transformer pavilion in Tasmania other

  Due to escalating expenses, DarkLab has decided to halt Doug Aitken's Transformer project in Tasmania, with all activities set to conclude by the end of July 2025. Commissioned in…

• Australian PM Albanese apologizes for Kylie Minogue comments other

  Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has formally apologized for comments he made regarding pop icon Kylie Minogue during a podcast. While appearing on the Bush Deep podcast…