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• Monocle's Summer Road Trip Playlist: 25 Tracks for Long Drives other

  Monocle Radio's The Stack host Fernando Augusto Pacheco has curated a 25-song playlist for summer road trips. The playlist, available on Spotify, features a diverse mix of…

• Berlin's Left Faces Coalition Dilemma Over Housing Expropriation Vote other

  Almost five years ago, a majority of Berliners voted in favor of socializing large housing corporations. Now, the SPD threatens to block the result. The Left party could still…

• Nicholas Hoult Cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter Series other

  Nicholas Hoult, known for roles in X-Men, Superman, and Mad Max: Fury Road, has been cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in the upcoming HBO Harry Potter TV series. The 36-year-old English…

• Studio Habits of Mind: Three Routines for Process-Based Art Education other

  The Studio Habits of Mind (SHoM) framework, developed by Harvard Project Zero, offers an eight-part structure for teaching artistic thinking and behavior. This article from The…

• European Fashion System: An Unfinished Puzzle Amidst Luxury's New Realities other

  Beginning September 22, Milan will host 61 runway shows over a span of 15 days, while Paris will present 101, prompting inquiries about market absorption. The European fashion…

• Perez Hilton's Self-Harm Live Stream Highlights the Dark Side of Always-On Broadcasting other

  Last week, celebrity gossip blogger Perez Hilton, whose real name is Mario Lavandeira Jr., broadcasted live on TikTok, where he appeared to inflict self-harm for approximately…

• Vogue's Top Travel Totes for Every Style and Destination other

  Vogue has curated a list of eight travel totes suitable for various travel styles, destinations, and itineraries, from weekend getaways to long-haul adventures. The selection…

• Mind Upon Mind: Stick Diameter Gauge other

  David Farnum of Greer, South Carolina, has devised a simple slot gauge to check the diameter of long sticks being shaved for armbows, a problem he previously solved by drilling a…

• Commissioned Decorative Art: Hand-Painted Walls vs. Bespoke Wallpaper other

  A resurgence in the popularity of wallpaper and decorative painting is highlighted by exhibitions such as the Morris & Co. display at Watts Gallery and the 2026 partnership…

• Italian Actress Fiorenza Marchegiani, Star of Troisi's 'Ricomincio da tre', Dies at 73 other

  Fiorenza Marchegiani, the Italian actress best known for her role as Marta in Massimo Troisi's debut film 'Ricomincio da tre' (1981), has died at the age of 73. The announcement…

• Early Maker Collaboration Key to Bespoke Design Success other

  A new guide from CommissionIt emphasizes the importance of involving makers, engineers, and fabricators early in bespoke product development to avoid costly delays and ensure…

• Simone Bellotti's Jil Sander: A Return to the Milanese HQ other

  In early 2025, Simone Bellotti took on the role of creative director at Jil Sander, reinstating runway presentations at the Milan headquarters, which were originally designed by…

• Louis Thompson's Strawberries and Balsamic: A Family Recipe other

  London-based pastry chef Louis Thompson, originally from Melbourne, shares a family recipe for strawberries with balsamic vinegar and muscovado sugar. The dish, a staple from his…

• Wie Kunstfälscher Publikumserwartungen bedienen other

  The ongoing conflict between art forgers and investigators is examined in the article, emphasizing the rise of forgery as a lucrative enterprise, especially on sites like eBay.…

• Hailey and Justin Bieber Spotted at Forma Pilates, Highlighting Gender-Neutral Appeal of the Workout other

  Hailey Bieber, who established the skincare line Rhode, and her husband Justin Bieber were spotted exiting Forma Pilates in Los Angeles following their workout. This popular…

• Wasia Project Releases New Single 'Vogue' Ahead of Debut Album 'Nocturne' other

  The sibling duo Wasia Project, consisting of Will Gao and Olivia Hardy, has released their new single 'Vogue', which blends techno beats with sensual nostalgia, capturing a darkly…

• 10 Museums That Are Actually Better at Night other

  A selection of ten museums around the globe featuring enhanced nighttime offerings includes: The Louvre in Paris, which remains accessible until 9 pm on Wednesdays and Fridays;…

• Yoshitoshi Shinomiya's Debut Animated Film Explores Childhood Farewell other

  In a landscape of Japanese animation seeking fresh talent, Yoshitoshi Shinomiya emerges with his debut feature, "Une aube nouvelle" (A New Dawn), a delicate and melancholic tale…

• Memoria: Stefan Fröhlich's Fashion Film for KALTBLUT other

  KALTBLUT magazine presents an exclusive editorial and film titled 'Memoria', created by photographer and director Stefan Fröhlich. The project features models Daria Lashchenko and…

• Parini's 'Il Giorno': A Satirical Masterpiece Exposing Aristocratic Frivolity other

  Giuseppe Parini's satirical poem 'Il Giorno' is examined as a masterful critique of 18th-century aristocratic society. Written in unrhymed hendecasyllables from 1763, the work is…

• Apple iPhone Ad with Child Sparks Outcry in Italy other

  An Apple advertising campaign in Italy, showcasing a child with a disheveled iPhone and the tagline "Tutto ok, è iPhone," has drawn backlash. Located on Via Melchiorre Gioia in…

• Jennifer Lopez's French Riviera Manicure: A Nude-Pink Trend other

  In a recent Instagram update, Jennifer Lopez displayed a manicure inspired by the French Riviera, featuring a soft, creamy pink hue crafted by her preferred nail artist, Tom…

• David Robert Mitchell's 'The End of Oak Street' Subverts Spielberg's Blockbuster Formula other

  French newspaper Le Monde reviews David Robert Mitchell's film 'La Fin d'Oak Street' ('The End of Oak Street'), which blends prehistoric science fiction with satire of American…

• Rod Stewart Cancels US Tour After Routine Heart Procedure other

  Sir Rod Stewart, aged 81, has decided to cancel the rest of his US tour following a routine procedure involving a coronary stent. An Instagram post revealed that while his doctors…

• How Flooring Choices Shape the Mood and Identity of a Living Space other

  The flooring in a home plays a crucial role in shaping the atmosphere, character, and usability of each space, as it constitutes the largest surface area in any room. Elements…

• Iranian Factions Clash Over War Strategy as Supreme Leader Khamenei Remains Out of Sight other

  In Tehran, political groups are visibly at odds regarding the course of the ongoing conflict, with hardliners demanding the resignation of President Masoud Pezeshkian and opposing…

• « Un grand raccourci » : une comédie espiègle sur la jeunesse en déclin other

  « Un grand raccourci », le premier long-métrage des réalisateurs Clément Devilliers et Armand Foëx, explore avec tendresse les défis de la jeunesse en difficulté. Cette comédie…

• Paramount Shareholders Approve $111B Merger with Warner Bros. Discovery other

  Shareholders of Paramount have approved a merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, a deal valued at $111 billion. The approval paves the way for the creation of a new entertainment…

• Hüseyin Aydin Gürsoy's 'Une affaire turque' Explores Class Defection in Intimate Thriller other

  French-Turkish filmmaker Hüseyin Aydin Gürsoy, born in Turkey but raised in France since age 3, has directed 'Une affaire turque', an intimate thriller centered on two…

• Warner Bros to Open UK's Largest Harry Potter Shop on Oxford Street other

  Warner Bros has revealed plans for the largest Harry Potter store in the UK, set to open on Oxford Street in London. This flagship location, covering over 21,000 sq ft (1,951 sq…

• Welsh Collector's Flat Filled with 32 Life-Sized Movie Props other

  At 61, Martin James, a former cleaner, farmer, and singer from Caerphilly county, Wales, resides in a one-bedroom apartment adorned with 32 life-sized movie replicas, featuring a…

• Colombian Woman Rescued from Rubble as Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 216 other

  On Tuesday, rescuers in Colombia celebrated as they successfully extracted a 32-year-old woman, Daniela Largo, from the debris of a collapsed building. This moment of joy occurred…

• BUILDWORKS Brand Identity by Dati Kopadze other

  Dati Kopadze has crafted an extensive brand identity for the construction company BUILDWORKS, steering clear of typical hard hat symbols and basic block lettering. This identity…

• Ryusuke Hamaguchi's 'Soudain' Inspired by Letters Between Care Home Director and Cancer-Stricken Stage Director other

  Japanese filmmaker Ryusuke Hamaguchi, known for 'Drive My Car,' reveals that his latest film 'Soudain' (Suddenly) was inspired by the correspondence between a nursing home…

• Mamuli-Surf Helmet: Redefining Water Safety with a Surfer-Designed Solution other

  The Mamuli-Surf Helmet, created by Daan van Rooijen, introduces a new standard for water safety in surfing. The project was inspired by a serious accident involving van Rooijen's…

• Buddhist Temples in South Korea Become Dating Hotspots other

  In South Korea, Buddhist temples have become unlikely hotspots for singles seeking romance, as reported by NZZ. The trend reflects a broader cultural shift where traditional…

• Knigge-Trainer: Spaghetti sind etikettemässig anspruchsvoll other

  Die Nachfrage nach Benimmkursen mit dem Knigge-Label steigt rasant. Ein Knigge-Trainer aus der Region Genfersee betont, dass Spaghetti in Bezug auf Etikette zu den schwierigsten…

• Baby Shark Boy Park Geon-roung to Debut as K-pop Star other

  Park Geon-roung, the seven-year-old star of the viral Baby Shark music video, is set to make his K-pop debut. The video, produced by Pinkfong, a South Korean kids entertainment…

• Kitten Paper Kits: Geometric 3D Paper Cat Sculptures by Estudio Guardabosques other

  Estudio Guardabosques, a design studio, has launched Kitten Paper Kits, a design system aimed at creating geometric 3D paper sculptures through DIY craft kits. These kits include…

• Trump Confirms Secret Service, Military Insisted on Air Force One Decoy in Turkey other

  Following a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, US President Donald Trump revealed that he discreetly changed planes during his departure. He explained that the Secret Service and…