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• Inside Pedro Almodóvar's 'Bitter Christmas': A Universe of Design and Emotion other

  The forthcoming film 'Bitter Christmas' by Pedro Almodóvar is set to be released in the UK on 28 August 2026 and highlights his distinctive visual approach through intricately…

• Goy Architects Renovates 1950s Singapore Bungalow with Material-Rich Extension architecture-design

  Goy Architects, under the leadership of Goy Zhenru, has been highlighted in the Wallpaper* Architects Directory 2026, which showcases up-and-coming architectural firms. This…

• Sky Arte Documentary on Artemisia Gentileschi Premieres August 29 other

  Sky Arte will premiere the documentary "Artemisia – Un’artista sotto accusa" on Saturday, August 29, directed by Pietro Messina. The film is part of the "Italian Season" series, a…

• Call for Correspondents: 15th Urban Sketchers Symposium Toronto 2027 festival-fair

  The 15th International Urban Sketchers Symposium is scheduled to take place in Toronto from 4 to 7 August 2027. The call for correspondents has been announced, with an application…

• Sima Samar's Memoir 'Outspoken' Chronicles Afghanistan's Democratic Era and Taliban's Gender Apartheid publication

  As the fifth anniversary of the Taliban's resurgence in Kabul approaches, Sima Samar, the former Afghan Minister of Women's Affairs, reflects on her memoir, 'Outspoken: My Fight…

• Artist Fans Become a Solidarity Project for UNICEF in Kenya other

  Marina Pecherskaya, the curator, has introduced Ventaglio, an initiative that reimagines fans as mediums for modern art and social involvement. This project, which supports the…

• Solar.xyz's Casa Castelar: A 19th-Century Madrid Home Reimagined for the 21st Century architecture-design

  Spanish architecture studio Solar.xyz, founded in 2022 by Pablo Canga and Ana Herreros, has been selected for the Wallpaper* Architects' Directory 2026, an annual round-up of…

• Ukrainian Drone Commander Robert Browdi Defends Hunting Videos of Russian Soldiers other

  Ukrainian drone units have been publishing videos depicting the final moments of Russian soldiers' lives, framed as hunting scenes. These clips, which have become a genre on…

• Centenario della morte di Rodolfo Valentino: il primo lutto mediatico di massa other

  Il 23 agosto 1926 moriva a New York Rodolfo Valentino, uno degli attori più celebri del cinema muto, a soli 31 anni, per peritonite ed endocardite settica dopo un'operazione…

• Lionel Sabatté's Paleolithic Impulses on View in Cajarc and Saint-Cirq-Lapopie exhibition

  French artist Lionel Sabatté presents recent works, including sculptures, drawings, and tapestries, in two venues in the Lot region of France. The exhibitions, held in Cajarc and…

• Italian Museums Offer Summer Camps for Children Ahead of School Year cultural-heritage

  As summer draws to a close, cultural organizations in Italy are providing engaging activities for children prior to the return to school in mid-September. In Arezzo, the 'S-passo…

• Carlo Ratti's 'Objectify' Series Explores the Condominio, Ancient Rome's Enduring Housing Idea architecture-design

  In the summer series 'Objectify' by Wallpaper*, architect Carlo Ratti examines Italy through commonplace items, beginning with the condominio, or shared apartment building. He…

• Designing Garages for Phoenix's Extreme Heat architecture-design

  A recent guide from urdesignmag.com tackles the difficulties of garage design in Phoenix, Arizona, known for its intense heat. The city typically experiences 111 days with…

• Alibaba to Issue HK$80 Billion in New Shares for AI Expansion ai-technology

  Alibaba Group Holding announced on Sunday that it will issue HK$80 billion (US$10.2 billion) worth of new shares, with all proceeds dedicated to advancing its artificial…

• KTGY Renovates Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park Interiors architecture-design

  US architecture studio KTGY has completed a renovation of the Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park hotel, originally designed by HOK in the 1980s. The project, undertaken by KTGY's…

• Philippe Zorzetto: Bespoke Shoes for Artists and Anonymes Alike artist

  Philippe Zorzetto, an esteemed shoemaker based in France, designs custom and collection footwear for notable figures such as Jean Dujardin, John Malkovich, M (Matthieu Chedid),…

• Ancient Egyptian Treasures Unveiled in Amiens: A Year-Long Exhibition exhibition

  The Musée de Picardie in Amiens, renovated in 2020, is presenting a new exhibition of its Egyptian collections, offering a preview of a larger archaeological reinstallation…

• Taryn Simon's 'Father Country I Do Love You' to Fill Guggenheim Rotunda in 2026 exhibition

  The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York will host Taryn Simon's exhibition 'Father Country I Do Love You' from September 18, 2026, to March 14, 2027. This marks the first…

• Street Art Weekly: SF's Double Barrel Graffiti, El Salvador's Mural Festival, and Glasgow's Pillars Erased by Batman other

  This week's BSA street art update highlights three unique stories. In San Francisco, a striking vertical double barrel Taiwanese graffiti piece on a skyscraper has elicited mixed…

• Nepo Parents: Mid-Life Career Changes Follow Children other

  The Financial Times reports on a growing trend of parents, inspired by celebrity examples, following their children into new careers in mid-life. The article, titled "Meet the…

• SRG-Chefin Susanne Wille: Verteidigung gegen Big Tech und ein gescheitertes KI-Experiment institutional

  Susanne Wille, die Chefin der Schweizerischen Radio- und Fernsehgesellschaft (SRG), hat in einem Interview mit der NZZ ihre Strategie zur Verteidigung von Fernsehen und Radio…

• Meghan und Harry kehren nach England zurück: Die Geschichte zeigt, das dürfte Ärger geben opinion-review

  Meghan Markle und Prinz Harry planen eine Rückkehr nach England, was laut einem Kommentar in der Neuen Zürcher Zeitung (NZZ) voraussichtlich zu Spannungen führen wird. Der…

• TRANSFER Exhibition Explores Koralm Tunnel's Impact on Art and Perception exhibition

  The exhibition titled TRANSFER >< Ein künstlerischer Austausch zur Mobilität, overseen by curators Anja Weisi Michelitsch and Roman Grabner, is hosted at Kulturforum Laßnitzhaus…

• Chinese Robot Makers Prioritize Practical Design Over Humanoid Form at WRC other

  At the World Robot Conference (WRC) in Beijing, Chinese robotics companies showcased a shift from flashy humanoid demonstrations to practical, real-world applications. While…

• Slavoj Žižek's Philosophy Explained Through 5 Key Terms publication

  In a recent article for Der Freitag, author Haziran Zeller provides a glossary to help readers navigate the complex texts of Slovenian philosopher Slavoj Žižek. The piece…

• Bunny Levine, Character Actress in Adam Sandler Films and 'Jury Duty,' Dies at 97 other

  Bunny Levine, a renowned character actress celebrated for her performances in three Adam Sandler films, passed away at the age of 97 on Tuesday at her residence in Tarzana,…

• Hadestown: The Musical to Stream on PVOD After Record-Breaking Box Office Run digital

  The live recording of the Tony Award-winning musical Hadestown is set to be available on premium video on demand (PVOD) starting Tuesday, August 25, following a remarkable…

• Irene Némirovsky: A Life in Flight from History other

  A new critical essay by Luigi Trucillo, published on doppiozero, examines the life and work of Ukrainian-born French writer Irène Némirovsky, framing her as a victim of two…

• Rosellina Archinto, Italian Publisher and Founder of Archinto, Dies at 92 other

  Rosellina Archinto, born in Genoa in 1933 and died yesterday in Santa Margherita Ligure, was a prominent Italian publisher known for her directness and no-nonsense approach. Born…

• Moving Umberto Eco: Reflections on Libraries and Identity other

  An essay by Francesca Tancini and Anita Romanello, published on doppiozero, reflects on the act of moving a personal library as a metaphor for memory, identity, and the…

• Jugamos como nunca, perdimos como siempre: Peruvian Artists Tackle Loss and Identity at Espacio Encuentro exhibition

  The exhibition titled 'Jugamos como nunca, perdimos como siempre' is currently on display at Espacio Encuentro in Lima, featuring the works of Juan Carlos Catacora, Ashly Gómez,…

• Dawn Cerny, Steve Kado, Amanda Ross-Ho at Veronica, Seattle exhibition

  The exhibition at Veronica gallery in Seattle brings together works by Dawn Cerny, Steve Kado, and Amanda Ross-Ho. The show presents a convergence of their distinct practices,…

• South Africa's Freedom Day Commemoration: Dignity and Inclusive Governance in Post-Apartheid Era cultural-heritage

  On Wednesday, South Africa celebrated Freedom Day, a national holiday that honors the first democratic elections in 1994, which marked the end of apartheid. The occasion featured…

• Meghan Markle's Role in Netflix's 'The Gentlemen' Withdrawn After UK Backlash other

  Meghan Markle's possible return to acting in Guy Ritchie's Netflix show 'The Gentlemen' has been scrapped following significant backlash in the UK. On Friday, it was reported that…

• Lucas Huillet: Designer and Ceramicist with Engaged Freedom artist

  Lucas Huillet, a ceramicist and designer from Cerbère, Kyoto, and Paris, combines various raw materials and textures in his modern craftsmanship. Raised in Cerbère, he comes from…

• Théâtre du Peuple de Bussang Celebrates 130 Years with Six-Episode Saga festival-fair

  The Théâtre du Peuple in Bussang, France, is marking its 130th anniversary this summer with a six-episode theatrical marathon titled Hériter des brumes. The production, which runs…

• Monocle's Tyler Brûlé Previews Lisbon Conference, Amble EV, and Na Praia other

  In his latest column for Monocle, Tyler Brûlé announces a series of upcoming projects and events. The Quality of Life Conference in Lisbon is less than two weeks away, set to be…

• La Settimana Enigmistica: Italy's Enduring Puzzle Icon publication

  Since 1932, La Settimana Enigmistica, the renowned puzzle magazine of Italy, has been released weekly, except for two breaks during World War II. Alessandro Bartezzaghi, who took…

• GROT Premium Water Packaging: High-Tech Minimalism Meets Stock Mold Optimization architecture-design

  Mariya Churilo, a designer, has introduced a fresh packaging concept for GROT premium artesian water, highlighting a blend of high-tech minimalism and optimized stock molds. The…

• Nvidia warns of AI server price hikes over 15% amid memory chip costs ai-technology

  Nvidia has alerted several of its key clients that server prices incorporating its AI chips will increase by over 15% in numerous instances, primarily due to the escalating costs…