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• Big Bend National Park Faces Bulldozers: How to Help Protect the Park cultural-heritage

  In Texas, Big Bend National Park has seen the arrival of bulldozers as part of a $1.7 billion initiative for border security under President Donald Trump's second term. A video…

• Multispecies Architecture: Designing for Nonhuman Residents architecture-design

  Architecture is increasingly accommodating nonhuman residents. The School of Science and Biodiversity in Boulogne-Billancourt, France, designed by ChartierDalix in 2014, boasts a…

• Aerial Views of Western Australia's Salt Flats and Ancient Riverbeds other

  A captivating new photo series showcases the breathtaking aerial vistas of Western Australia's midwest, highlighting features such as salt flats, ancient riverbeds, and coral…

• Infinito Cabinet: Maria Cristina Crespo's Contemporary Wunderkammer in Venice exhibition

  Maria Cristina Crespo's installation 'Infinito Cabinet' opened at Castello 2145 in Venice, running until November 22. Curated by Giusy Caroppo, the exhibition is part of the…

• Barrio | Bairro 2026: Latin American Literature Festival in Berlin festival-fair

  The Latin American literature festival Barrio | Bairro will take place in Berlin from October 2 to 18, 2026, marking its third edition. This event will celebrate modern Latin…

• Manik Sarkar's Debut Novel 'Ochsenkopf' Launches with German Reading Tour publication

  Dutch author Manik Sarkar presents his debut novel 'Ochsenkopf' with an extensive reading tour across Germany and Switzerland. The novel tells the story of Rensing junior, a…

• allO Super significa: Modular UI/UX Design for Restaurant Operations architecture-design

  The studio significa.co, located in Porto, has introduced allO Super significa, a modular design system for UI/UX tailored for B2B restaurant platforms. This system seamlessly…

• Paula Siebra on Bossa Nova, Shells, and Brazilian Light artist

  Brazilian painter Paula Siebra, known for her depictions of everyday life, discusses her upcoming exhibition and creative influences in an interview with Nell Whittaker. Siebra…

• Iran Demands Qatar Release Three Captured Pilots other

  On Saturday, Iranian officials announced that three pilots captured during the early stages of the Middle East conflict are currently detained in Qatar, urging the Gulf nation to…

• Jess Walter's 'Beautiful Ruins' Named Book of the Week publication

  Jess Walter's novel 'Beautiful Ruins' (Schöne Ruinen) has been selected as the book of the week by German culture news outlet Kulturnews. Originally published in 2013, the novel…

• Pope Urban II's Biblical Rhetoric That Sparked the First Crusade cultural-heritage

  At the Council of Clermont in November 1095, Pope Urban II delivered a speech that used biblical imagery to justify the First Crusade. The council was convened in Clermont, about…

• Torishéju Dumi: Building a Fashion Brand on Her Own Terms artist

  Operating from a studio in Tottenham, London, British fashion designer Torishéju Dumi is affiliated with the Sarabande foundation, which was founded by Lee Alexander McQueen in…

• Cycling Through Art and Nature in Limburg: A New Way to Discover Flanders other

  A travel article from masdearte showcases Limburg in Flanders as an ideal cycling spot for enthusiasts of art and nature. The journey commences in Hasselt and concludes in…

• Tina N. Martin's 'Racheflamme' Concludes Idun Lind Series with Gruesome Finale publication

  Swedish thriller author Tina N. Martin releases 'Racheflamme', the final installment of her five-part Idun Lind series, featuring a disturbing opening scene where an actress is…

• Miguel Bendaña Brings Global Art to El Paso's Falstaff Project exhibition

  Miguel Bendaña, an artist and curator who just moved from New York to El Paso, has kicked off three exhibitions at The Falstaff Project, owned by Daniela Lastra. The first show,…

• Dallas Contemporary Opens Applications for 2027 North Texas Graduate Program institutional

  Dallas Contemporary (DC) is now inviting applications for its third annual North Texas Graduate Student Program, which is aimed at final-year MFA candidates from universities in…

• Ome Dezin and Lumens Renovate 1990s Hollywood Hills Residence architecture-design

  Ome Dezin, a Los Angeles-based studio established by Jesse Rudolph and Joelle Kutner, collaborated with design platform Lumens to revamp a Hollywood Hills home from the 1990s.…

• Derek Jarman's Prospect Cottage: A Colorful Garden in Kent's Austere Landscape artist

  In the austere landscape of Kent, artist and filmmaker Derek Jarman cultivated a vibrant garden around Prospect Cottage, a former fisherman's hut that became his final refuge…

• Maurizio Donzelli's 'Atlante' Unfolds Across Bergamo's Hidden Sites exhibition

  The exhibition 'Atlante' by Maurizio Donzelli has launched in Bergamo, Italy, across four historic sites in Città Alta. Curated by Giovanni Berera and Anna Bertulini Frigè for Art…

• Tato Architects Renovates Kyoto Minami Kaikan Cinema architecture-design

  Tato Architects, led by Yo Shimada, has completed the relocation and renovation of the Kyoto Minami Kaikan, a historic cinema with 55 years of history in Kyoto. The new venue is…

• Juno Hair Sung-su 2nd Salon by TYPE S: Contrasting Spatial Images in Seoul architecture-design

  The Juno Hair Sung-su 2nd Salon, designed by the architecture firm TYPE S, is a wellness interior project located in the Sung-su neighborhood of Seoul, South Korea. The project,…

• The Boom of German Regional Crime Fiction: A Cultural and Economic Phenomenon publication

  German regional crime fiction, known as 'Heimatkrimi' or 'Regionalkrimi', has become a significant literary and economic trend. This genre combines the classic whodunit structure…

• Hye the Store: Copenhagen Boutique Showcases Korean Craft and Design other

  A new boutique named Hye the Store has opened in Copenhagen's Nordhavn area, specializing in South Korean and Asian crafts. Situated at Århusgade 128H in a red-brick warehouse,…

• Eva Kranenburg's Coming-of-Age Novel Set in East Germany publication

  Eva Kranenburg's novel "Falls jemand fragt, wer wir waren" (If Anyone Asks Who We Were) is a coming-of-age story set in the early German Democratic Republic (GDR). The narrative…

• Sartoriale Offices by DOS - G arquitectos: A Spatial Interpretation of Craft and Tradition architecture-design

  In Panama City, the new offices of real estate developer Sartoriale have been designed by DOS - G arquitectos as a spatial embodiment of the company's core values: tradition,…

• AI Companies and Media Giants Bet on Physical Culture as Audiences Seek Authenticity other

  This week, AI companies and media organizations are pivoting toward physical, tangible experiences as audiences increasingly value authenticity and real-world engagement. Spotify…

• Artgal.Online Expands Platform for Contemporary Zimbabwean Art with Exhibitions, Competitions, and Digital Initiatives digital

  Based in Domboshava, Zimbabwe, Artgal.Online is developing a platform aimed at showcasing contemporary Zimbabwean art on a global scale. The Artgal Zim Center is dedicated to…

• Arte.tv Documentary Deconstructs Route 66 Myths, Reveals Nostalgic Realities other

  There's a new documentary coming out called "Les Cent Ans de la Route 66. Un road-trip de légende," which will premiere on Arte.tv. It's directed by Tom Noga and takes a critical…

• Multiple Suspects Shoot Five at Virginia State University other

  In the early hours of Saturday, Virginia State University was the scene of a shooting that resulted in injuries to five people. The incident took place near the Quad Annexes,…

• Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Found Dead Amid Plagiarism and DEI Hiring Controversy other

  On Friday, Jason Arday, a former sociology professor at the University of Cambridge who stepped down due to allegations of plagiarism and fabrication, was discovered deceased. His…

• La Alhajuela House by Trópico Arquitectura: A 2016 Colombian Residential Project architecture-design

  Completed in 2016, La Alhajuela House is a 290 m² residential design located in Colombia, crafted by Trópico Arquitectura. The project was led by architects Candelaria Posada and…

• Peter de Sève's Whimsical Illustrations and New Yorker Covers Featured in 2026 Update artist

  In August 2026, illustrator and concept artist Peter de Sève is highlighted again for his delightful, whimsical, and insightful illustrations, which are beautifully rendered…

• Rosario López's 'Ficciones de barro' at NC arte, Bogotá exhibition

  The exhibition 'Ficciones de barro' by Rosario López at NC arte in Bogotá, curated by Elías Doria, explores the significance of objects in light of authenticity debates. It…

• MACH Architects Beijing's Cat-Shaped Timber Bench Reimagines Potter's Wedging Stand architecture-design

  MACH Architects, based in Beijing, has created 'The Stretching Cat Bench,' a unique furniture piece that reimagines the classic potter's wedging stand. Its forward-leaning slope,…

• Locarno Film Festival: Florin Serban's 'You Don't Belong Here' Wins Golden Leopard award

  At the Locarno Film Festival, the Golden Leopard, the top prize, was awarded to 'You Don't Belong Here' by Romanian director Florin Serban. The film, which explores themes of…

• The Fates of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World cultural-heritage

  The Great Pyramid of Giza, constructed for Pharaoh Khufu around 2500 BC, is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, a list created by Greek historians such as Diodorus…

• Fujinon GF 19-35mm and 32-90mm T3.5 Review: The Cure for What Ails other

  In a detailed review published on PetaPixel, the Fujinon GF 19-35mm T3.5 and 32-90mm T3.5 cinema zoom lenses are evaluated for use with Fujifilm's Eterna 55 cinema camera. The…

• Bauhaus Director Defies AfD, Berlin Pool Controversy, Gallery Crisis Debate other

  During a media review over the weekend, Barbara Steiner, who leads the Bauhaus Dessau Foundation, expressed concerns that the AfD could make considerable gains in the upcoming…

• Paul Smith at 80: The Designer Who Turned Curiosity into Fashion artist

  This summer, British designer Paul Smith celebrated his 80th birthday, marking over 50 years of a career that fuses classic English tailoring with whimsical elements. Born on July…

• House Vert: Sidell Pakravan's Mid-Century Modern Renovation in Berkeley Hills architecture-design

  Founded in 2014 by Sidell Pakravan and Kristen Sidell, Sidell Pakravan has successfully renovated House Vert in Berkeley Hills, California, a structure dating back to 1963. The…