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• Chicago's Theatre Scene: 200+ Stages Rival New York and London other

  Chicago's theatre scene, with over 200 stages, is being highlighted as a top-tier destination for theatrical productions, rivaling those in New York and London. The city's…

• Deformed Roof House in Furano: Greenhouse Design Meets Home architecture-design

  In Furano, the Deformed Roof House, crafted by Yoshichika Takagi + associates, incorporates greenhouse concepts into its residential design. Daniela Andino showcased this project…

• Raymond Depardon's Photoreporter Past at Visa pour l'Image festival-fair

  At the Visa pour l'Image festival, Raymond Depardon presents eighty black-and-white prints from his early career as a photojournalist. The exhibition includes images from the…

• Rediscovering Karl Walser's Japan Watercolors artist

  A recent reassessment has brought renewed attention to the works of Karl Walser, a Swiss painter and the brother of writer Robert Walser. While Karl Walser is less known than his…

• Why Resource-Rich Bolivia and Venezuela Remain Poor: The Role of State Institutions opinion-review

  South America is rich in natural resources, yet the wealth is unevenly distributed. While countries like Brazil, Peru, and Chile profit significantly from their resources, others…

• Venice Film Festival Opens with Herzog's Tunnel Saga and Gender Debate festival-fair

  The Venice Film Festival opened on the Lido with a gender debate, while the Gaza conflict loomed as a shadow. Werner Herzog presented 'Bucking Fastard', a quirky fairy tale…

• Kojève's 1945 'Latin Empire' Idea Revived by Agamben opinion-review

  In 1945, Russian-French philosopher Alexandre Kojève spoke of the need to create a 'Latin Empire.' His Italian colleague Giorgio Agamben has recently taken up this 'idea.' The…

• Graham Gingles Makes Spanish Debut at Blacklight Art Gallery with Daughter Lisa exhibition

  Blacklight Art Gallery in Valencia presents 'Gingles & Gingles: Conversations', marking the first exhibition in Spain of Northern Irish artist Graham Gingles. Born in 1943,…

• Daniel Muñoz's 'Ruinas en Boga' Opens at Galería A Ciegas, Madrid exhibition

  The Galería de Arte A Ciegas in Madrid inaugurates its artistic season with 'Ruinas en Boga', a solo exhibition by Spanish artist Daniel Muñoz, curated by Omar-Pascual Castillo.…

• Henri Rivière: The French Artist Who Saw Paris Through a Japanese Lens artist

  Henri Rivière (1864–1951) was a notable French artist recognized for maintaining a distinct style despite the evolving art scene. He was born in Paris, but his childhood was…

• Tutankhamun's Tomb Discovery: 101 Years On cultural-heritage

  The discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922 by Howard Carter remains one of the most significant archaeological finds, unlocking a wealth of knowledge about ancient Egypt. Over a…

• Fall 2026 Must-See Exhibitions: From Lichtenstein to Correggio exhibition

  The art season for fall 2026 is set to showcase significant exhibitions throughout Europe and the United States. Starting in September 2026, the Whitney Museum in New York City…

• New Children's Book 'Painting the Light' Chronicles Berthe Morisot's Life publication

  'Painting the Light,' a picture book for children authored by Natalia Iacobelli and illustrated by Rosanna Tasker, presents the story of Berthe Morisot, a notable female…

• La Casa del Doctor by Jose Costa: A 2025 Renovation in Turís architecture-design

  In 2025, the architectural firm led by Jose Costa completed the renovation of La Casa del Doctor, a 345-square-meter residence in Turís, Valencia, Spain. The project, curated by…

• Cristóbal Hara's Early Work on View in Cuenca exhibition

  The 'Cristóbal Hara: principiante' exhibition at the Museo de Arte Abstracto Español in Cuenca is dedicated to the formative years of Spanish photographer Cristóbal Hara,…

• Japonisme: How Japanese Art Transformed Western Art cultural-heritage

  The term Japonisme, introduced by French critic Philippe Burty in 1872, describes the European fascination with Japanese art and culture during the 19th and 20th centuries,…

• Five Translation Errors That Shaped Art History other

  DailyArt Magazine features an article discussing five significant historical translation errors that have impacted art. It opens with the depiction of Moses with horns, a result…

• Henry van de Velde: The Overlooked Pioneer of Modernism artist

  Belgian artist Henry van de Velde played a pivotal role in shaping the Modernist movement, yet his contributions remain largely overshadowed. A notable example of his work is a…

• Armed Man Charged at Ohio Governor Candidate Amy Acton at Fair other

  During a campaign event at the Canfield Fair in Canfield, Ohio, on Sunday, an armed individual rushed toward Amy Acton, the Democratic candidate for governor. The man, named…

• SenseTime's Generative AI Pivot Drives First Profit Despite Chinese Peers' Losses ai-technology

  SenseTime, a Chinese artificial intelligence company, has announced a net profit of 617.3 million yuan (approximately $92 million) for the first half of 2026, marking its…

• Review: Will O'Mahony's 'Day (After Day) in the Life of the Useless' at Black Swan State Theatre Company opinion-review

  Theatre critic Wolfgang von Flügelhorn reviews Will O'Mahony's new play 'Day (After Day) in the Life of the Useless', performed by the Black Swan State Theatre Company at the…

• Vernet's Hunting in the Pontine Marches: A Landscape Exception other

  Horace Vernet's oil painting 'Hunting in the Pontine Marches' (40 x 54 in., 100 x 137 cm) is featured in the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC. The work, along with its…

• Imaginary Objects Designs Climate-Responsive School Campus in Nonthaburi architecture-design

  Imaginary Objects, led by principal architects Yarinda Bunnag and Roberto Requejo Belette, has unveiled the design for the new Oneness School campus in Nonthaburi, Thailand. The…

• Zwei Bücher imaginieren Kanzlerin Alice Weidel – Justus Bender analysiert AfD-Aufstieg publication

  In zwei aktuellen Büchern wird das Szenario einer Bundeskanzlerin Alice Weidel entworfen: in Şeyda Kurts Debüt „Zeit der Monster“ und in Justus Benders „Deutschland 2033“. Bender,…

• 2026 Creative Arts Emmys: Woodley, Reiner Posthumously Among Acting Winners award

  During the 2026 Creative Arts Emmys held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, Shailene Woodley earned her inaugural Emmy for Guest Actress in a Drama Series for her portrayal of…

• Il Mulino Publishes Rosaria Ferrarese's 'Il grande intreccio' on Global Economic Powers publication

  Rosaria Ferrarese's new book 'Il grande intreccio: Politica e poteri economici globali' has been published by Il Mulino. The work explores the intersection of politics and global…

• Horror Comedy 'Buddy' Sees Rare Second-Weekend Box Office Increase other

  The horror comedy 'Buddy', featuring a rogue children's TV character in costume, is anticipated to generate $5.7 million during its second weekend (Sept. 4-6), reflecting a 5%…

• Interference: Twelve Women Artists Disturb the Gaze at Fondazione Dino Zoli exhibition

  From September 1 to October 11, 2026, the Fondazione Dino Zoli in Forlì will present 'Interference. The image is never just an image', a collective exhibition curated by Francesca…

• Bitcoin Clears $81K as Privacy Coins Lead Crypto Rally market-auction

  On September 5, Bitcoin surpassed the $81,000 mark, while privacy coins experienced notable increases. Zcash was trading at approximately $1,025, reflecting a 9.5% rise in just 24…

• South Korea Unveils Three-Phase Blockchain Roadmap for Tokenized Securities other

  On September 4, the Financial Services Commission (FSC) of South Korea unveiled a three-stage plan to incorporate blockchain technology into conventional securities markets,…

• China's Proposed Traffic Law Amendment Addresses Autonomous Driving other

  China is moving to amend its national traffic law to specifically address self-driving cars, marking a significant step in regulating autonomous vehicle technology. The proposed…

• PAGEONE Bookstore Opens in Wuxi Park Station by llLab architecture-design

  In 2025, a new bookstore named PAGEONE opened at Wuxi Park Station, boasting a spacious layout of 964 square meters. Designed by llLab, the bookstore intertwines Wuxi's historical…

• Chinese Intellectuals Face Backlash in Zhuge Yiyang Controversy opinion-review

  The article examines the precarious position of prominent Chinese academics, writers, and journalists, who are expected to fulfill multiple roles in society. It centers on the…

• AI Fails to Recreate Marilyn Monroe; Physical Media and Craft Revival other

  A commissioned AI attempt to transform Dakota Johnson into Marilyn Monroe failed, and Maggie Gyllenhaal expressed no regret over the failure. The Anthropic settlement, initially…

• Melbourne Fringe 2026: Director's 11 Must-See Shows festival-fair

  The 2026 Melbourne Fringe Festival showcases nearly 460 events throughout Melbourne and regional Victoria. Creative Director Danny Delahunty has curated 11 performances that…

• Picasso's Turbulent Love Life: A Chronicle of Muse and Heartbreak artist

  Pablo Picasso, the renowned Spanish painter and sculptor known for his role in developing Cubism, held a deep admiration for women, often perceiving them as his art. His…

• Zaira Magliozzi's '15 minuti di Bellezza al giorno' Transforms Instagram Diary into Book publication

  Zaira Magliozzi, an Italian author, has published '15 minuti di Bellezza al giorno' (Amazon, 2021), a diary-style book that evolved from her Instagram channel @15minofbeautyaday.…

• Trump's $400M White House Ballroom Project Faces Public Disapproval Ahead of Midterms architecture-design

  The $400 million ballroom project at the White House, initiated by President Donald Trump, has sparked controversy as the November midterm elections approach. On Monday, the…

• Paul Chan's Early Animation 'Happiness (Finally)' Screened in LA Exhibition exhibition

  Paul Chan's latest digital animation, "Happiness (Finally) After 35,000 Years of Civilization," debuted in the "What a Wonderful World: An Audiovisual Poem" exhibition at the…

• Hong Kong expands sustainable finance taxonomy to boost transition capital economy-finance

  The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has kicked off a public consultation about its Phase 2B prototype for the Hong Kong Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance. This new version adds…