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• « Vive la mariée ! » à l'Institut du monde arabe : l'art contemporain revisite les traditions nuptiales du Maghreb exhibition

  Du 29 septembre 2026 au 28 février 2027, l'Institut du monde arabe à Paris accueille l'exposition « Vive la mariée ! ». Ce projet met en lumière des robes, des bijoux, des…

• Fondazione Brodbeck Hosts 'Le forme del mutamento' in Catania exhibition

  The Fondazione Brodbeck in Catania is hosting the exhibition 'Le forme del mutamento: navigare il tempo tra memoria e materia', the concluding event of the Coalizioni Isola…

• Vogue's Beauty Marks: Fashion Month's Best Celebrity Beauty Looks, From Louis Vuitton to Chanel other

  Vogue's Beauty Marks feature showcased ten standout beauty moments from Fashion Month, emphasizing a variety of styles. At Louis Vuitton, Alina Timo was styled by Dame Pat…

• Silvia Ziche Retrospective in Città di Castello Showcases 250 Original Works exhibition

  The Palazzo Facchinetti in Città di Castello (Perugia) is currently hosting the exhibition 100% Silvia Ziche, which runs until November 1. Featuring more than 250 pieces from…

• Nabila Ayu Aviani on Gen Z Nightlife, Third-Culture Identity, and Painting Belonging publication

  In an interview with Singulart Magazine released on October 10, 2026, Nabila Ayu Aviani, an Indonesian artist residing in The Hague, Netherlands, elaborates on her painting…

• Manuel García Fernández Blends Intimacy and Studio Debris in 'Dog Bed Games' and HAGD_Contemporary Shows exhibition

  In 2025, Spanish artist Manuel García Fernández, who resides in Oviedo, unveiled his solo exhibition titled 'Dog Bed Games' at the Marc Bibiloni Gallery in Madrid, with Javier…

• Three Medieval English Queens Who Joined the Crusades and Reached the Holy Land publication

  Three English queens from the medieval era—Eleanor of Aquitaine, Berengaria of Navarre, and Eleanor of Castile—set off on crusades to the Holy Land. While the 1095 Council of…

• Gustave Fayet's Syncretic Vision at Fontfroide Abbey, Subject of Fondation Louis Vuitton Show exhibition

  Gustave Fayet acquired the Cistercian abbey of Fontfroide, located in the Aude department of France, in 1908. The collector devoted a portion of his personal fortune to restoring…

• Art on Cards: Bartolomeo Pietromarchi's Author Deck Series Debuts with Francesco Clemente publication

  Art on Cards is an innovative project by Bartolomeo Pietromarchi, a museum director and critic, aimed at incorporating contemporary art into everyday experiences through…

• S/S 2027 Fashion Trends: Skirt Renaissance, Lightness, and Floral Motifs Dominate Runways opinion-review

  The Spring/Summer 2027 collections wrapped up in Paris, following showcases in New York, London, and Milan, highlighting five trends identified by Wallpaper* editors. This season,…

• New York Streetwear's Next Generation: Supreme's City Deal, Brooklyn Runway, and Indigenous Design other

  The New York Post reported that in October 2026, Supreme entered into a non-exclusive deal with New York City to create merchandise featuring trademarks owned by the city. During…

• AI, Social Platforms and Retail Media Reshape Digital Commerce Under EU AI Act Rules digital

  Digital commerce has evolved to include social media feeds, streaming platforms, creator-generated videos, AI assistants, search outcomes, and online communities, leading to…

• Hugo Ruyant's Third Solo Show at Michel Rein Paris Explores Pastoral Displacement exhibition

  Hugo Ruyant's third solo exhibition, titled Pastoral Melody, is currently showcased at the Michel Rein Gallery in Paris. The collection features artworks characterized by subtle…

• Commissione di esperti per riallestire Terrae Motus alla Reggia di Caserta institutional

  Antonio Tarasco, attualmente direttore ad interim della Reggia di Caserta, ha formato una commissione di specialisti per analizzare la collezione Terrae Motus, con l'obiettivo di…

• Seungjin Yang Brings Epoxy-Resin Balloon Furniture to PAD London 2026 festival-fair

  From 13 to 18 October 2026, Korean artist Seungjin Yang will present a sofa, two armchairs, and two stools at PAD London, Berkeley Square, in Booth B22 with Gallery LVS & Craft.…

• EX. diseña una casa inacabada de 160 m² en las colinas de Turín architecture-design

  El estudio de arquitectura EX. ha proyectado una vivienda residencial de 160 m² en Mongreno, en las colinas de Turín, concebida como un dispositivo doméstico más que como un…

• Monopol Highlights Fall 2024 Art Books, Including 'All About U.S.' publication

  Monopol magazine has released its fall book recommendations, focusing on new titles that explore themes of community, artistic neuroses, and the social ritual of dining. Among the…

• Sports Engineering Reshapes Athletic Performance Through AI, Smart Equipment, and Advanced Materials ai-technology

  Athlete training and recovery are being transformed by fields such as biomechanics, materials science, and data analytics. In October 2026, the NBA will experiment with innovative…

• Autonomous AI Agents Move Into Real-World Operations, Raising Security and Oversight Questions ai-technology

  The landscape of artificial intelligence is shifting beyond mere chatbots as companies across different industries investigate agentic AI systems that can autonomously plan tasks…

• Fashion's Innovation Shift: AI Design, Smart Textiles, and Digital Product Passports other

  Technology is transforming the fashion industry across its entire lifecycle, from AI-driven design to supply chains that can be traced. Digital resources allow designers to…

• Parmigianino's Self-Portrait in a Convex Mirror: Alchemy and Art at the Kunsthistorisches Museum exhibition

  The Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna is home to Parmigianino's "Autoritratto allo specchio" (Self-Portrait in a Convex Mirror), created circa 1524. Girolamo Francesco Maria…

• Ghent Design Museum Reopens as City's Modernist Architecture Takes Center Stage architecture-design

  The Design Museum in Ghent, Belgium's largest, has reopened following renovations by British architects Carmody Groarke and local firm Atama, with heritage restoration by Re-st.…

• German Book Market Crisis Examined on Süddeutsche Zeitung Podcast Ahead of Frankfurt Book Fair publication

  The German book market is in crisis, with declining numbers of books and readers, according to the Süddeutsche Zeitung podcast "Auf den Punkt." The episode examines whether…

• Kush, Nok, and Aksum: Three Sub-Saharan Civilizations That Shaped the Ancient World cultural-heritage

  The civilizations of Kush, Nok, and Aksum, which thrived alongside Greco-Roman society, remain largely overlooked in Western curricula. The Kingdom of Kush, located in present-day…

• Veronika Hilger's Ambiguous Landscapes at Sperling, Munich exhibition

  At Sperling in Munich, Veronika Hilger showcases her recent paintings that portray landscapes interwoven with human presence, featuring hills, vegetation, violet-grey skies, and…

• Jaguar Unveils Type 01 Electric Car in New York, Neom Stadium Shelved, Chrysler Building Sold architecture-design

  In New York, Jaguar introduced its Type 01 electric vehicle, marking the production debut of the Type 00 concept first showcased two years ago. Meanwhile, the Neom Stadium in…

• Guardian Culture Guide Highlights Frieze London, Tate Modern Photography Show, and West End Premieres festival-fair

  On 10 October 2026, The Guardian's entertainment guide showcases an array of cultural happenings. In film, Aaron Sorkin helms The Social Reckoning, featuring Jeremy Strong as Mark…

• François et Max Armanet explorent le ciné-kung-fu sur RFI publication

  Le 10 octobre 2026 à 07:00, RFI présentera une édition de son émission « Tous les cinémas du monde » dédiée au kung-fu, à l'occasion de la sortie du livre « Il était une fois le…

• Beaux Arts Publishes Guide to Visiting Artist Studios Across France publication

  Beaux Arts has published a guide for exploring artist studios across France, where open studio events are quite popular. Visitors can either directly contact artists for visits or…

• Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art Presents "Tangled Scenery: Hirai Koki" exhibition

  Hirai Koki, a native of Kure City in Hiroshima Prefecture born in 1996, will showcase his work in "Tangled Scenery: Hirai Koki" at the Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art…

• Alisia Viola on Curating as Care for the Present: Upcoming Projects at ArtVerona, Treviso, Naples and Milan opinion-review

  In an interview with Collezione da Tiffany, Milan-born curator Alisia Viola (b. 1995) shares insights into her curatorial philosophy, highlighting the importance of addressing…

• Australia Maintains Ban on Russian Fuel Imports Despite Trump Diesel Agreement economy-finance

  Canberra has reaffirmed its commitment to not acquire Russian fuel, maintaining its import ban despite a diesel agreement involving US President Donald Trump. This action is…

• The Collector Surveys Eight Ancient Armies, from Qin Conscription to Attila's Cavalry publication

  The Collector released a historical analysis that ranks eight ancient military forces. Leading the rankings is the Qin Dynasty from the 3rd century BC, boasting an army of up to…

• Financial Times Essay Challenges 1990s Nostalgia as Rose-Tinted opinion-review

  A Financial Times opinion piece argues that nostalgia for the 1990s is overly romanticized. The essay opens by noting the flattering belief that one's own generation could have…

• Gustave Fayet's Abstract Rugs and 350 Objects Shown at Fondation Louis Vuitton exhibition

  At the Fondation Louis Vuitton, 350 objects made by Gustave Fayet are displayed alongside his collection of masterpieces. Fayet, described as a "toucheatouiste," worked as an…

• Luke Sheppard, Director of 'Paddington' and '& Juliet', to Revive 'Rent' in the West End other

  Director Luke Sheppard has built a commercial theatre career in London's West End, earning box-office success with the musicals 'Paddington' and '& Juliet'. His next project is a…

• Jess Gillam on Building Saxophone Repertoire and Her Parents' Tea Room other

  Saxophonist Jess Gillam discusses the challenge of building a classical repertoire for her instrument, noting she wishes there were a Tchaikovsky for saxophone. She describes…

• 'Night Maps' Exhibition Opens at London's Warburg Institute exhibition

  The Warburg Institute in London is showcasing an exhibition called 'Night Maps,' which explores humanity's instinct to map constellations and derive significance from the…

• HTSI Autumn Design Issue Explores 'Largely Forgotten' Worlds publication

  The latest fall edition of HTSI showcases various underappreciated topics and personalities. Notable figures highlighted include the renowned writer Thomas Hardy, influential…

• Thomas Houseago on Envisioning a Treehouse During Recovery and a Beach Walk With Leonardo DiCaprio publication

  While recovering from a breakdown, artist Thomas Houseago pictured a treehouse as a safe space to call home. He encountered a version of that vision while walking along the beach…