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• Privacy Activists Vandalize Flock License Plate Cameras Across US other

  A grass-roots movement of privacy activists across the United States is systematically vandalizing license plate reader cameras installed by the surveillance company Flock. The…

• NZZ am Sonntag Kultur-Tipps: Roman über Chur-Anschlag, neue Serien und Musik other

  Die NZZ am Sonntag präsentiert ihre neuesten Kulturtipps. Der Basler Autor Urs Zürcher verarbeitet in seinem Roman «Verschwinden» den Brandanschlag auf eine Asylunterkunft in Chur…

• Marc Forster on Swiss Filming Costs and Tourism Ad Success other

  In a recent interview with NZZ, Swiss-born Hollywood director Marc Forster discussed the prohibitive costs of filming in Switzerland, which he says make it too expensive to shoot…

• NZZ Kulturtipps: Charli XCX, Roman über Brandanschlag in Chur, Britpop other

  Die «NZZ am Sonntag» präsentiert ihre neuesten Kulturtipps, darunter einen neuen Roman über den Brandanschlag in Chur 1989, eine komödiantische Serie und exzellenten Britpop. Im…

• Kellie Bright to Leave EastEnders After 13 Years as Linda Carter other

  Kellie Bright, who has portrayed Linda Carter on EastEnders since 2013, is preparing to depart from the series. She joined the cast with Danny Dyer, who plays her on-screen…

• West End Thrives as Broadway Struggles; AI Authentication Crisis Deepens other

  The Royal Ballet and Opera in London has revealed a need for £60 million to avert a collapse of Covent Garden's stage, underscoring the financial pressures on established cultural…

• Japanese Fashion Brands Innovate for Hotter Summers other

  As Japan's summers grow hotter, the country's apparel makers are investing heavily in cooling fabrics, a market projected to reach €2.5bn by 2030. Asia-Pacific is the…

• Alpine Road Trip: Villa Arnica, Lake Garda, and a Vintage iPod other

  A columnist from Monocle embarks on a semi-planned road trip through the Alps, starting from Zürich and heading to Lake Garda. The journey includes a stop at Villa Arnica in Lana,…

• Cabaret musical marks 60 years in Berlin, still resonant as far-right rises in Germany other

  This autumn marks the 60th anniversary of the musical Cabaret, inspired by Christopher Isherwood's novel. Since 2006, it has been staged each summer at the Tipi am Kanzleramt in…

• Hunter Biden reveals father's prostate cancer has spread and is painful other

  In a BBC interview broadcast late Friday, Hunter Biden disclosed that former US president Joe Biden's prostate cancer has metastasized to his bones and other parts of his body,…

• Enzo Biagi: The Legacy of a Fearless Italian Journalist other

  Enzo Biagi, a legendary journalist from Italy, was born on August 9, 1920, in Pianaccio di Lizzano in Belvedere. His extensive career, which lasted over sixty years, was…

• 1,500 Couples Marry at Mass Wedding in Kano State, Nigeria other

  In Kano State, northern Nigeria, a mass wedding took place, uniting 1,500 couples in a two-day event organized by the state government. This initiative aimed to assist couples who…

• Iran's Strategic Calculus: Betting on US Fatigue Over Hormuz other

  Iranian leaders believe they have the upper hand in the standoff with the US over the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway for global energy. They are betting that military…

• Strictly Come Dancing Stars James and Ola Jordan Separate After 23 Years other

  James and Ola Jordan, known for their time on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, have announced their split after more than 20 years of marriage. They got married in October 2003 and…

• Buffalo Soldiers National Museum Seeks Bison-Themed Sculpture Proposals other

  The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum (BSNM) in Houston has issued a call for proposals for a permanent sculpture focused on the American Bison, symbolizing the connection between…

• Mo Gilligan's Fond Memories of Barry Island Holidays other

  Mo Gilligan, a comedian and television host recognized for judging ITV's The Masked Singer, has shared how watching Gavin & Stacey evokes cherished memories of his childhood…

• Michael Jackson Biopic 'Michael' Debuts on STARZ as Sequel Filming Approaches other

  This week, the Michael Jackson biopic titled 'Michael', featuring Jaafar Jackson, will start streaming on STARZ. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the film stars Colman Domingo and Nia…

• 7 Intimate Museums Offering World-Class Art Without the Crowds other

  A new initiative showcases seven lesser-known museums around the globe, providing visitors with close encounters with art treasures. In Paris, the Musée de l'Orangerie,…

• Drone Explodes Near Trans-Balkan Gas Pipeline; Ukraine Denies Targeting Bulgaria other

  A drone detonated near the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline at the Bulgarian-Romanian border, leading Ukraine to refute any deliberate attack on Bulgaria. This event took place on…

• Kosovo PM Albin Kurti Egg Attack in Parliament Amid Political Crisis other

  On Saturday, a session of Kosovo's parliament was interrupted when opposition member Time Kadrijaj hurled eggs at caretaker Prime Minister Albin Kurti, intensifying a political…

• Filippo Ragone's 'The Firm' Blends Sportswear with Hooligan Culture other

  In a new editorial for KALTBLUT magazine, photographer Filippo Ragone explores the intersection of sporting aesthetics and hooligan culture. Titled 'The Firm,' the fashion story…

• UAE Accuses Iran of Tanker Attack in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran Nears Oman Deal other

  Iran has been accused by the United Arab Emirates of launching a missile at a tanker belonging to the state-run Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) while it was navigating the…

• Sebastian Fitzek's 20th Anniversary Show Draws Crowds to Berlin's Waldbühne other

  German thriller author Sebastian Fitzek celebrated his 20th anniversary as an author with two sold-out shows at Berlin's Waldbühne, an open-air amphitheater. The events, which…

• Godox C100 Review: A Troubled Viewpoint other

  PetaPixel has reviewed the Godox C100, a $45 point-and-shoot camera featuring a transparent LCD viewfinder, and found it to be frustrating and poorly designed. The unique aspect…

• Meghan Markle Wears Princess Diana's Earrings at David Foster Foundation Gala other

  On August 7, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry participated in a fundraising gala in British Columbia for the David Foster Foundation, marking its 40th anniversary. Meghan dazzled in…

• Anthony Bourdain's Vision for a Global Food Hall at Pier 57, New York other

  A 2016 Vogue profile by Oliver Strand, 'Man of the World,' revisits Anthony Bourdain's ambitious plan to create Bourdain Market, a global food hall at Pier 57 in New York City.…

• Notturno al Museo: Photo Contest Invites Visitors to Capture Florence's Museums at Night other

  The GAMB (Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze e Musei del Bargello) has initiated a photography competition titled 'Notturno al Museo,' encouraging visitors to document the…

• Win $200 Voucher from Size-Inclusive Label Frock Me Out other

  Frock Me Out, a size-inclusive fashion label based in Adelaide/Tarntanya, is offering a $200 voucher through a giveaway. The brand is known for retro-inspired silhouettes and…

• Spain Imposes Border Checks on Italy Travel Amid Ceuta Migrant Dispute other

  Spain has announced it will impose checks on travellers arriving from Italy, following Italy's rejection of Spain's ultimatum to lift its own border controls. The measures, set to…

• Xteink X4 Pro Review: Tiny E-Reader Offers Fun but Limited Experience other

  Xteink has released the X4 Pro, an upgraded version of its micro e-reader designed to attach to the back of a smartphone. The device features a 4.3-inch touchscreen, a home…

• Bertram Greenhough's Phone Photo of Brighton Beach Wins Guardian Spotlight other

  A phone photograph by Bertram Greenhough, a photographer from Brighton, was highlighted by The Guardian. Taken on a sunny June day, the image portrays a serene, minimalist view…

• Hyperallergic Weekly Digest: Talwar Reinstatement, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Date, and More other

  In a recent reflection, Hakim Bishara, editor-in-chief of Hyperallergic, shares his experiences from a week in Brooklyn. He draws attention to a neglected still life featuring…

• Russian Attacks Kill 4 in Ukraine, Including 3-Year-Old, as Defences Fall Short other

  On Saturday, four individuals lost their lives in Kyiv and its vicinity due to Russian assaults, including a three-year-old boy. The child and his grandparents perished when their…

• Vogue's Top Luxury Travel Game Sets for Stylish Vacations other

  Vogue has assembled a selection of luxurious travel game sets designed to elevate leisure activities while on the go. Among the featured items are The Mahjong House Tile Set,…

• Power Shoulders Return: Street Style Embraces the Exaggerated Silhouette other

  The iconic power shoulder, a defining feature of 1980s attire, is making a comeback in modern street fashion, as seen in the latest fashion weeks held in Paris, Milan, London, New…

• Catherine Dasté, pionnière du théâtre jeune public, est décédée other

  Catherine Dasté, metteuse en scène et comédienne française, pionnière du théâtre jeune public, est décédée le 8 août 2026. Elle a fondé la compagnie La Pomme verte, qui créait des…

• Hairmax LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex Review: Five Months of Red-Light Therapy for Hair Loss other

  A WIRED reviewer with perimenopause-related hair loss tested the Hairmax LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex, a red-light therapy device, over five months. The device, priced at $849, uses…

• Amazon finances massive Texas gas plant for data centres, top US emitter other

  Amazon has announced its investment in a large private gas power facility in Texas, which has the potential to become the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in the…

• Poland's Giant Mary Statue to Draw Pilgrims other

  On August 15, a 55-meter statue of the Virgin Mary will be inaugurated in Konotopie, Poland, featuring a crown-shaped base, which will make it the largest Marian monument in…

• Maine Ventriloquist Puppet Maker Keeps Dying Art Alive other

  Austin Phillips, based in Maine, is among the few remaining full-time ventriloquist puppet makers in the U.S. He crafts unique characters in his studio, merging mechanics,…