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• Araiz Floristán Arquitectos unveils multipurpose building in Tajonar, Navarra architecture-design

  In 2026, a multipurpose facility was finalized in Tajonar, Valle de Aranguren, Navarra, Spain, by Araiz Floristán Arquitectos, under the direction of Iñigo Araiz Ucar and Pablo…

• Dolly Parton, Country Icon and Cultural Unifier, Dies other

  Dolly Parton, the legendary country music singer-songwriter, has died. Parton was renowned for her poignant country songs, which earned her widespread affection across the globe.…

• Dolly Parton Remembered as a Friend to All other

  A recent video tribute highlights the late Dolly Parton's unique ability to make everyone feel like a friend. The piece, published 12 hours ago on BBC News, reflects on her…

• Book on Putin's Private Life Wins New French Literary Prize award

  Exiled Russian journalists Roman Badanin and Mikhail Rubin have authored a groundbreaking book detailing Vladimir Putin's ascent to power and his personal life, which has garnered…

• Roger Federer on Retirement, Hall of Fame, and Tennis's Future other

  In an interview with Vogue at On's flagship store in Manhattan's Flatiron neighborhood, Roger Federer discussed his retirement, upcoming Hall of Fame induction, and the state of…

• Galerie Editors' Weekly Picks: From Tania Bulhões Tableware to La Prairie Skincare other

  Editors at Galerie Magazine showcase eight selected highlights. Tania Bulhões introduces her inaugural tableware series, the Botânica Collection, inspired by bromeliad and protea…

• China's Sustained Engagement in Africa Contrasts with US Strategic Utility opinion-review

  An opinion piece in the South China Morning Post critiques the US approach to Africa, highlighting a recent US State Department presentation at the Aids 2026 conference in Rio de…

• Dolly Parton's Death Announced by 9 to 5 Cast other

  During a recent announcement, the cast of the musical '9 to 5' revealed the death of Dolly Parton, the iconic singer-songwriter and actress. The news was met with gasps from the…

• Usher and Lauren Halsey Collaborate on Tour Outfit and Art for Atlanta Home artist

  Usher, the Grammy-winning artist, has collaborated with Lauren Halsey from Los Angeles to design a unique outfit for his R&B tour with Chris Brown that started in June. Their…

• Dolly Parton's Legacy: Lessons in Authenticity and Generosity other

  Ashley E. Remer, head of the Girl Museum, reflects on the life and legacy of Dolly Parton following the singer's death. Remer recalls Parton as a childhood heroine who embodied…

• Dolly Parton, Country Music Icon, Dies at 80; Tributes Pour In other

  Dolly Parton, the beloved queen of country music, passed away at the age of 80 on August 25, 2026. The news prompted an outpouring of tributes from political and artistic figures,…

• Haystack Mountain School of Crafts at 75: Sustaining Craft for Future Generations institutional

  Celebrating its 75th anniversary, the Haystack Mountain School of Crafts is focused on ensuring its sustainability for the next 75 years. Founded in December 1950, the school is…

• Dolly Parton's Homes: From Rural Cabin to Nashville Estate other

  Architectural Digest revisits the late music legend Dolly Parton's properties, tracing her journey from a humble rural cabin to her sprawling Nashville estate. The article…

• Ridley Scott to Direct Adaptation of Peter Heller's Post-Apocalyptic Novel 'The Dog Stars' other

  American filmmaker Ridley Scott is set to direct an adaptation of Peter Heller's post-apocalyptic novel 'The Dog Stars' (original French title: 'La Constellation du chien'). The…

• Renzo Piano's €5M Restoration Plan for Genoa's Palazzo Ducale Gets Government Backing architecture-design

  The restoration of Palazzo Ducale in Genoa, crafted by architect Renzo Piano, will receive backing from the Italian Ministry of Culture, under the leadership of Minister…

• Monet Centenary Exhibition at Musée d'Orsay: 'Paso mi vida pintando' exhibition

  To mark the centenary of Claude Monet's death, the Musée d'Orsay in Paris will present a new exhibition titled 'Paso mi vida pintando' (I spent my life painting) from September…

• Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz Show Contrasting Fall and Summer Styles in NYC other

  Harry Styles is set to begin his 'Together, Together' residency at Madison Square Garden in New York City, with the first show scheduled for tomorrow. The 32-year-old musician has…

• Longines Master Collection Redesigned with First Monopusher Chronograph other

  Longines has introduced a revamped Master Collection, which was initially launched in 2005. This collection includes new three-hand models, moonphase chronographs, and the brand's…

• Elsa Ponce's The Bower: A Temporary Shade Structure for NYC's Summer Streets architecture-design

  In August, Foley Square in New York City underwent a transformation during the NYCDOT's Summer Streets event, featuring The Bower, a temporary installation by architect and…

• Supaform's Transit Encounters Reimagines the Conversation Pit at Milan Design Week 2026 architecture-design

  At Alcova's 2026 Milan Design Week event, Paris-based design studio Supaform, led by Maxim Shcherbakov, presented Transit Encounters, a large green seating installation that…

• Dolly Parton's 1979 BBC Interview Resurfaces After Her Death at 80 other

  Dolly Parton, the iconic country music star, has passed away at the age of 80, as confirmed by her family on social media. A 1979 interview with Michael Parkinson on BBC, which…

• Dolly Parton, Country Icon, Dies at 80 other

  Dolly Parton, the iconic country singer who transformed artifice into art and self-irony into a form of sovereignty, has died at the age of 80. Her songs bridged the gap between…

• US Secret Service Investigates Iranian Video Threat Against Barron Trump other

  The US Secret Service has acknowledged a video broadcast by Iranian state television that discusses a potential plot to assassinate Barron Trump, the 20-year-old son of US…

• Dolly Parton, Country Music Icon and Philanthropist, Dies at 80 other

  Dolly Parton, the iconic singer-songwriter, passed away at the age of 80. Her nephew, Bryan Seaver, shared the news via a social media video, honoring her wish to make the…

• OMA's First Affordable Housing Project Opens in San Francisco, Blending Design with Social Good architecture-design

  In late July, OMA's New York office celebrated the completion of its inaugural affordable housing initiative, 730 Stanyan Street, located in San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury…

• Ethimo and Christophe Pillet Unveil Betsy Outdoor Chair with New Natural Version architecture-design

  Italian furniture brand Ethimo and designer Christophe Pillet have introduced Betsy, an outdoor chair that blends vintage references with contemporary materials and ergonomic…

• Fall 2026 Denim Trends: Straight-Leg, Bootcut, and Earth Tones other

  As the fashion industry embraces fall 2026, denim continues to play a vital role, with analysts forecasting a movement from loose, wide-leg designs to more fitted, streamlined…

• Oceania Live Action: Disney's Creative Dilemma opinion-review

  Disney's upcoming live-action adaptation of 'Oceania' (Moana), set for Italian release on August 19, 2026, has reignited debate about the creative value of Disney's live-action…

• New Yorker Cartoon 'Trump and Carney Face Off' other

  The New Yorker's cartoon section, Blitt's Kvetchbook, features a cartoon titled 'Trump and Carney Face Off,' satirizing a political confrontation between Donald Trump and Mark…

• Dolly Parton's Six Fashion Rules from 'Behind the Seams' other

  Dolly Parton, the legendary country music figure, has sadly passed away at the age of 80. Celebrated not only for her music but also for her philanthropic efforts, she also left a…

• Colorado Launches Fat Marmot Week, Voting Opens for Chunkiest Alpine Rodent other

  Colorado is celebrating its inaugural Fat Marmot Week, modeled after Alaska's Fat Bear Week, to honor yellow-bellied marmots as they get ready for hibernation. The voting period…

• Fire at Russian-Chinese Amur Gas Chemical Complex Kills 3, Injures Over 100 other

  A fire at the Amur Gas Chemical Complex (Amur GKhK), a joint Russian-Chinese petrochemical facility in Russia's far eastern Amur region, resulted in the deaths of three people,…

• Dolly Parton, Beloved Country Icon, Dies at 80 other

  Dolly Parton, the iconic country singer and cultural figure, has died at the age of 80. Known for her glittering stage presence and universal appeal, Parton was a rare figure who…

• Vogue's Top Collagen Creams for Firm, Plump Skin other

  Vogue has curated a list of the best collagen creams, featuring products from brands like SkinCeuticals, Olay, Elemis, Torriden, Medicube, Paula's Choice, L'Oréal Paris, Dr.…

• Leslie Wayne's 'The Unintended Blues' at River to River Festival exhibition

  Leslie Wayne's exhibition 'The Unintended Blues' presents large-scale paintings that initially resemble photographs, depicting melting Arctic icebergs, Manhattan, harbor…

• Dolly Parton's 'Jolene': The Story Behind the Iconic Country Hit other

  On Tuesday, the iconic country music star Dolly Parton died at the age of 80. Her timeless 1973 hit 'Jolene' continues to resonate, leading to numerous renditions, including a…

• Dolly Parton, Country Music Icon, Dies at 80 other

  On Tuesday, August 25, Dolly Parton, the iconic country music star, passed away at the age of 80. Her family confirmed her death, revealing that she had been unwell for a while.…

• Dolly Parton Dies at 80, Days Before Nashville Museum Opening other

  Dolly Parton, the iconic figure in country music, has passed away at 80 years old, according to an announcement from her family on Tuesday. Her nephew Bryan Seaver honored her…

• Dolly Parton Dies at 80; Vogue Revisits 1994 Profile other

  Dolly Parton, the beloved singer-songwriter, author, actor, and philanthropist, has passed away at the age of 80, as confirmed by her family. In a retrospective piece by Vogue,…

• Asian shipper pays record US$5.3 million for Panama Canal access other

  According to sources with knowledge of the situation, a shipper has set a new record by paying US$5.3 million for passage through the Panama Canal. This fee, made by SK Gas Ltd, a…