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The latest from the contemporary art world

Every story on ARTFEED is a fresh summary of a development in contemporary art — exhibitions, artists, institutions, fairs, auctions and the wider market — written from the international art press and grouped by topic. New stories are published throughout the day.

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Chinese Court Freezes Nexperia Assets in Wingtech Custody Battle other
A court in China has placed a freeze on assets worth 2.14 billion yuan (approximately US$318 million) associated with Nexperia, a semiconductor company based in the Netherlands,…
Chopova Lowena Opens First Store, The Clubhouse, in East London other
Fashion duo Emma Chopova and Laura Lowena-Irons have opened their first bricks-and-mortar store, The Clubhouse, at 84 Teesdale Street in east London. The space, which opened to…
Christian Balzano's 'I ARE BORDER' at Gervasuti Foundation, Venice exhibition
The Gervasuti Foundation at Supernova in Venice will host Christian Balzano's solo exhibition titled 'I ARE BORDER' from September 6 to 27, 2026. This event, curated by Martina…
Kochkolumne: Körnerbatzen gegen den Hetero-Wahnsinn other
In seiner neuesten Kochkolumne für das Monopol-Magazin widmet sich Mohamed Amjahid der Frage, ob Heterosexuellen noch zu helfen ist. Auslöser ist eine Schlagzeile des Spiegel, die…
IFOP Survey: 64% of French Women Report Pain During Gynecological Exams other
On September 26, recognized as World Contraception Day, INTIMINA unveiled results from its 2026 IFOP survey focusing on sexual and gynecological discomfort experienced by women in…
Poco F9 Ultra and F9 Pro Launched with 200MP Cameras, 185Hz Displays, and Massive Batteries other
Poco has introduced its F9 series, which includes the F9 Ultra and F9 Pro models. The F9 Ultra is equipped with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and features a remarkable 200MP…
JWST Captures Chaotic Galaxy Arp 263 in Infrared Detail other
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has captured a new image of the irregular galaxy Arp 263, also known as NGC 3239, as part of the ESA/Webb Picture of the Month. The image,…
Jupiter Rising 2026: A Night of Queer Art, Performance, and Karaoke in Jupiter Artland's Woodland Wonderland festival-fair
The 2026 edition of Jupiter Rising, a one-night festival at Jupiter Artland close to Edinburgh, took place as part of the Edinburgh Art Festival (EAF 26). Curated by Sgàire Wood,…
Merz's Age Questioned After Summer Interview opinion-review
Friedrich Merz, the CDU leader, recently gave a summer interview to ARD, discussing nuclear power and the Cold War. The interview, conducted just five days before elections in…
Georg Nigl Records Schubert's 'Die schöne Müllerin' for Salzburg Festival other
Baritone Georg Nigl, a defining exceptional artist of the Salzburg Festival, has recorded Franz Schubert's song cycle 'Die schöne Müllerin'. The recording is naturally an event,…
Sociotype Journal Issue 1: Editorial Design Merging Gestura Typography with Tactile Print publication
Sociotype Foundry, located in London, has launched the first edition of Sociotype Journal, a 224-page cultural magazine that also serves as a specimen catalog for its serif…
The 10 Most Significant Tanks of World War II other
TheCollector presents a list of the ten most important tanks of World War II, based on their impact on campaigns or influence on tank design, rather than pure fighting ability.…
Antolini Unveils Pangea Blue Marble with Oceanic Veining architecture-design
Italian stone brand Antolini has introduced Pangea Blue, a new marble from its Exclusive Collection, characterized by deep cobalt blue patterning with white and gold veining that…
Evernorth Clears SEC Hurdle, XRPN Nasdaq Debut Nears Shareholder Vote economy-finance
Evernorth Holdings, a company associated with the XRP treasury, successfully navigated a regulatory challenge when the U.S. SEC approved its Form S-4 on August 27. This…
John Galliano's Met Show Canceled Amid Antisemitism Scandal exhibition
After being dismissed from Dior for making antisemitic and racist comments, John Galliano (Gibraltar, 1960) was slated to have a solo exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art…
Souvinha House by Parto: A Topography-Responsive Residence in Portugal architecture-design
The Souvinha House, designed by the Portuguese architecture firm Parto, is a residential project completed in 2024. Located in Portugal, the house is nestled on a sloped plot…
Wearable Fragrance: The Newest Accessory Trend other
Traveling with perfume has long been problematic due to the risk of breakage and leakage, but a new trend in wearable fragrance offers a solution. Modern options range from…
Divya Lagisetti and Holden Prosser's Multi-Day Sicilian Wedding Blends Telugu and Italian Traditions other
Divya Lagisetti and Holden Prosser, who met in high school in Atlanta and have been together for over 13 years, celebrated their marriage with a multi-day wedding in Sicily in May…
Vogue Book Club Selects Jane Austen's 'Sense and Sensibility' publication
The Vogue Book Club has chosen Jane Austen's debut novel, 'Sense and Sensibility,' as its next read. The novel, published anonymously in 1811, follows the Dashwood sisters—Elinor,…
Ottolenghi's Breakfast Potatoes: A Baked Twist on Spanish Classics other
Yotam Ottolenghi, renowned chef and cookbook author, presents a full recipe for breakfast potatoes that combines two classic Spanish dishes: patatas a lo pobre (poor man's…
Casa 3x4: Compact Concrete House on Itapirubá Beach architecture-design
Casa 3x4, designed by Plareng and Consoante Arquitetura e Integração, is a compact residence located on a flat 15 x 25m plot on Itapirubá Beach. The project responds to the…
Explosive Devices Target Power Lines Near German Coal Plant other
On Tuesday, improvised explosive devices targeted power lines near a coal-fired power facility in Germany, resulting in damage to multiple electricity lines and a temporary…
Henry VIII's Sandown Castle Stones Found in Dover Castle's Victorian Extension cultural-heritage
A study led by Christopher Moore at the University of Kent has revealed that in the 1880s, stones from Sandown Castle, a fort built by Henry VIII between 1539 and 1540, were…
Sook Jin Jo's First Major Korean Survey Opens at Nam-Seoul Museum of Art exhibition
The Nam-Seoul Museum of Art is currently showcasing 'Sook Jin Jo: That's How the Light Gets In', marking the artist's first extensive exhibition in South Korea, running until 15…
Ultratrailrunning as a Luxury Experience Comparable to Art other
The article from Süddeutsche Zeitung explores the phenomenon of ultratrailrunning, a sport where participants run hundreds of kilometers through the high Alps. The author argues…
Frieze Seoul Spotlight: Rediscovering Overlooked 20th-Century Artists festival-fair
Frieze Seoul 2026 will unveil a new Spotlight section, showcasing 12 solo exhibitions of 20th-century artists from nations such as India, Germany, Serbia, Nepal, and South Korea.…
Jordan Tannahill's 'The Living Realm' Explores Queer Hauntology and Cruising publication
Jordan Tannahill's third novel, 'The Living Realm,' is set to be released on September 8. The book is primarily set at Teufelssee, a glacial lake and historic gay cruising ground…
Road Movie Exhibition Bridges Korea and Japan's Troubled History exhibition
To mark 60 years of diplomatic relations, the MMCA in Gwacheon has launched an exhibition called 'Road Movie: Art between Korea and Japan Since 1945,' in partnership with the…
Korea-Japan Exhibition Confronts Shared Painful History exhibition
An exhibition exploring the often troubled shared history between Korea and Japan has traveled from Yokohama to Gwacheon, presenting painful and sometimes neglected episodes from…
Busan and Gwangju Biennials Tackle Resistance and Change exhibition
Currently, Korea is hosting its prominent biennials, the Busan Biennale and Gwangju Biennale, which explore themes of resistance and transformation. The Busan Biennale, named…
Edinburgh Fringe 2026 Ticket Sales Approach Pre-Pandemic Levels festival-fair
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe sold or distributed over 2.8 million tickets in 2026, an increase of nearly 8% from the previous year and approaching the 3 million tickets sold in…
Gap Launches Handbag Line GapBags with Reed Krakoff other
Gap Inc. is launching a new line of handbags called GapBags, led by Reed Krakoff as the Executive Director of Accessories. Krakoff, known for his work revitalizing Coach in the…
frankie Magazine Announces New Special Issue 'Unplugged' Available for Pre-Order publication
Australian lifestyle magazine frankie has announced the upcoming release of its new limited-edition special issue, titled 'Unplugged', which focuses on disconnecting from digital…
Mark Holborn Edits New Chris Killip Photobook 'North' from Archive publication
Nearly 40 years after Mark Holborn edited Chris Killip's photobook 'In Flagrante,' he has released a new work titled 'North,' published by Thames & Hudson. Following Killip's…
Kimono Collection from Nancy Martin Stetson Meets Shibayama Cabinet at Villa Monastero exhibition
The exhibition "Giappone sul lago," curated by Anna Ranzi and in collaboration with Gruppo Mantero Seta, is on display at Villa Monastero in Varenna, Italy, until September 15,…
Monopol Gives Away Tickets for International Literature Festival Berlin festival-fair
The German art magazine Monopol is giving away tickets for two events at the International Literature Festival Berlin (ilb) in September. The festival, held annually in Berlin for…
Mark Feary to Curate 2028 Adelaide Biennial exhibition
Mark Feary, a New Zealander and the current artistic director at Gertrude Contemporary in Melbourne, has been chosen to curate the 2028 Adelaide Biennial. This decision was…
Former UK PM Keir Starmer to Resign as MP, Focus on International Affairs other
On Tuesday, Keir Starmer announced he would resign as the MP for Holborn and St Pancras after serving for 11 years, leading to a by-election. He mentioned on social media that it…
Circle to Feature USDC on Chelsea Jerseys in Premier League Sponsorship Deal market-auction
Starting in the 2026/27 season, Circle Internet Group, the creator of the USDC stablecoin, will serve as the Principal Partner and front-of-shirt sponsor for Chelsea Football…
Celebrity Art Collectors: From Madonna to Oprah Winfrey other
A feature on TheCollector highlights seven celebrities with significant art collections, revealing their tastes and the stories behind their acquisitions. Madonna, who began…

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