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• DIY Instant Camera Uses E-Paper Displays as Reusable Digital Film other

  So, there's this Dutch engineer named Jens who just kicked off the Strange Inventions Lab, and he’s come up with a cool DIY digital instant camera. It uses reusable e-paper…

• UN rights chief demands accountability for 23 deaths in US immigration custody in 2026 other

  Volker Turk, the United Nations human rights chief, has urged for accountability after 23 individuals died while in US immigration custody in 2026. On Monday, he called for…

• Geologist J Harlen Bretz's Flood Theory Finally Vindicated in 1979 other

  In the 1920s, geologist J. Harlen Bretz revolutionized the understanding of the Channeled Scablands in eastern Washington by proposing that they resulted from massive floods. His…

• King Charles Reaffirms Harry and Meghan's Non-Working Royal Status other

  King Charles has provided clarity regarding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's position after their return to the UK. In a letter to high-ranking government officials, the King…

• Whidbey Island: A Pilgrimage to the Filming Location of 'Practical Magic' other

  The 1998 film 'Practical Magic,' directed by Griffin Dunne and featuring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, was filmed on Whidbey Island, Washington. Although the narrative takes…

• Sweden Acquires US Himars Rocket Artillery for $730 Million other

  Sweden's government announced on Monday a $730 million (7 billion kronor) deal to purchase US-made High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (Himars) from Lockheed Martin. The…

• « Mon frère » : un duo fraternel entre théâtre et langue des signes au Théâtre du Rond-Point other

  François et Christian Gremaud, deux frères suisses, présentent leur spectacle « Mon frère » au Théâtre du Rond-Point à Paris, après l'avoir créé au Festival d'Avignon. Christian,…

• Alexandre Desplat on Music and Wine: A Composer's Monomania other

  French composer Alexandre Desplat, known for his film scores, has confessed to a "monomaniacal" side when it comes to wine. In an interview, he revealed that when he likes a…

• 15 Crafty Stationery Picks to Spark Your Creativity other

  Frankie magazine has curated a list of 15 stationery items from various online craft stores, including Pinky's, Made590, Stamps.net.au, that paper joint., Peechmart, QVWC, Third…

• The Real History Behind the 'No White After Labor Day' Rule other

  The prohibition against wearing white post-Labor Day traces back to the elite of America’s Gilded Age, who donned white attire at coastal retreats such as Newport and Southampton…

• Gender Gap in German Politics: Does Female Emancipation Fuel Rightward Shift Among Men? other

  A recent analysis by sociologist and election researcher Ansgar Hudde from the University of Cologne highlights a significant gender gap in voting behavior among young Germans.…

• UN Expert Warns Gaza Rubble Removal Risks Erasing Evidence of Atrocity Crimes other

  Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur on the Palestinian territories, has raised an alarming concern regarding the extensive removal of rubble in Israeli-controlled areas…

• Pine Trees, Poetry, and Memory: A Personal Reflection on Lebanon other

  In an essay for Hyperallergic, Khatchig Mouradian examines a 1936 watercolor by Lebanese artist Moustafa Farroukh alongside a 1937 sonnet by Armenian poet Vahan Tekeyan, both…

• Street Art Guide to Ryazan: Murals, Craft, and Kremlin in Two Days other

  Located 200 kilometers southeast of Moscow, Ryazan is home to vibrant street art spearheaded by Alexander Demkin (Dyoma21) and Andrey Kalugin. Their murals, which showcase…

• Samuel Labarthe Revives Nicolas Bouvier's 'Le Poisson-Scorpion' at Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse other

  Actor Samuel Labarthe returns to the role of Swiss writer and traveler Nicolas Bouvier in a stage adaptation of 'Le Poisson-scorpion', directed by Catherine Schaub, at the Théâtre…

• North Korea and Russia Open First Road Bridge Over Tumen River other

  On Monday, North Korea and Russia inaugurated their first road bridge connecting the two countries, a 1 km (0.6-mile) two-lane structure spanning the Tumen River. The opening was…

• CDU Election Party in Magdeburg Sees Empty Hall as Results Halve other

  During the state election night in Saxony-Anhalt, the CDU's result halved compared to 2021, marking a historic decline. However, at the CDU's election party held at the Maritim…

• Xiaomi 18 Fold Debuts with In-House Xring O3 Chip other

  On Monday, Xiaomi unveiled its latest flagship foldable smartphone, the 18 Fold, alongside new models of its premium Skynomad SUV, intensifying competition with Apple, Huawei, and…

• Plumbing Rough-In: The Hidden Stage That Shapes a Successful Renovation other

  The rough-in phase of plumbing, where essential supply, drainage, and venting systems are installed within walls, ceilings, and floors, plays a vital role in kitchen and bathroom…

• Serbia Buries War Criminal Mladic with Military Honors other

  On Monday, Ratko Mladic, the Bosnian Serb commander found guilty of war crimes, received military honors during his burial in Belgrade, despite the European Union's admonitions…

• Ben-Gvir's Plan to Expel Gaza's Population Over Seven Years other

  Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is campaigning for the complete expulsion of Gaza's Palestinian population over a seven-year period. The plan, dubbed "Rückzug…

• Esoteric's T-01 Turntable Uses Magnetic Drive, Eliminating Belts other

  Esoteric has introduced the T-01 turntable, marking its second model equipped with the MagneDrive System, which follows the Grandioso T1 released in 2022. This innovative system…

• Photographer's Dog Stock Photos Become Viral Meme 'Aifolou' other

  Photographer Iryna Kalamurza's stock photos of her Jack Russell terrier, Maya, unexpectedly became a viral meme in Brazil, nicknamed 'cachorro Aifolou.' The meme originated from a…

• Haute Couture AW 2026/2027: Independent Houses Take Center Stage other

  The autumn-winter 2026/2027 haute couture collections highlight the work of independent designers who must create from scratch, unlike their counterparts at luxury group-owned…

• Die Linke fällt in Sachsen-Anhalt auf historisches Tief von 8,6 Prozent other

  Bei der Landtagswahl in Sachsen-Anhalt am 6. Juni 2021 erlebte Die Linke einen historischen Rückgang: Mit nur 8,6 Prozent der Stimmen fiel die Partei erstmals seit 1990 unter die…

• Benjamin Franklin's 200-Year Trusts Yield Millions for Boston and Philadelphia other

  In 1790, Benjamin Franklin launched a philanthropic initiative that ultimately benefited Boston and Philadelphia with significant financial resources from trusts that expanded…

• Audi Revives A2 as Electric Car, Same Silhouette, New Logic other

  Audi has reintroduced the A2 name as the A2 e-tron, unveiled today in Ingolstadt. The original model, manufactured between 1999 and 2005, totaled 176,377 units and was known for…

• Stanislas Merhar Performs Chantal Akerman's Texts at Athénée other

  Actor Stanislas Merhar, known for his roles in Chantal Akerman's films 'La Captive' (2000) and 'La Folie Almayer' (2011), is set to perform two of Akerman's texts at the Athénée…

• Le Secret des Ombres: Resistance Drama Opens at Théâtre Juliette Récamier other

  The play 'Le Secret des Ombres' by Grégory Bellanger, directed by Léa Marie-Saint-Germain and Adrienne Ollé, is now showing at the Théâtre Juliette Récamier in Paris. Performances…

• Céline Dion Fans to Sing Karaoke in Paris Before Nanterre Concerts other

  A giant karaoke event will be held in Paris on Friday, September 11, 2026, in tribute to Céline Dion, ahead of her series of concerts scheduled in Nanterre. Approximately 10,000…

• Pop Stars Shift to Residencies: The Economics of Staying Put other

  Harry Styles is currently engaged in a 30-show residency at Madison Square Garden in New York, which will run until late October as part of his "Together, Together" tour, covering…

• Marian Anderson: Beyond the Breakthrough, a Singer of Rare Skill and Ambition other

  On September 5, 2026, The New York Times published an article that reevaluates the legacy of Marian Anderson (1897-1993), a pioneering African American contralto. Although…

• Simple Minds Announces New Album 'Sacrosanct' and Releases First Single 'Beginner Boys' other

  The Scottish rock group Simple Minds is set to unveil their upcoming album titled 'Sacrosanct' on January 29, 2027, through BMG. They are scheduled to take the stage at the Accor…

• Shawne Brown's 'See the Elephant' Photo Series on Booooooom other

  Photographer Shawne Brown's series 'See the Elephant' was featured on the art and culture blog Booooooom on September 7, 2026. The post showcases Brown's work and provides links…

• Luca Guadagnino and Stefano Baisi Launch 200-Piece Zara Home Collection other

  Film director Luca Guadagnino and production designer Stefano Baisi have unveiled their debut lifestyle collection for Zara Home, comprising around 200 pieces including garments,…

• Simone Falcomer's 'Via delle Palme': Photographing Slow Time in Sicily other

  Simone Falcomer, an Italian photographer, presents 'Via delle Palme,' a project that chronicles Giuliana Puccio and Salvuccio 'Buccio' Cappello's return to Sicily from London to…

• Mustafa Groener: A Beacon of Hope in Saxony-Anhalt's Election Aftermath other

  The recent state election in Saxony-Anhalt has sent shockwaves through the region, with the far-right AfD securing a commanding victory at 43.8% of the vote. This result has left…

• BBC Radio 1 Announces Live Lounge Month 2026 Line-Up with Sam Smith, Chase & Status, Jorja Smith other

  BBC Radio 1 has revealed the full line-up for its Live Lounge month, scheduled for October 2026. The sessions, which will air on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at midday,…

• CCCB Barcelona dedicates course to Emily Dickinson's radical poetry other

  The Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB) is organizing a course titled "Emily Dickinson, una carta al mundo" (Emily Dickinson, a letter to the world), running from…

• Thomas Lélu's Louvre Collab: 'Mona Who?' Merchandise other

  French artist Thomas Lélu, known for his witty handwritten aphorisms that have amassed over 700,000 Instagram followers, has partnered with the Louvre museum to create a line of…