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• Yoshio Kubo's Tokyo Spring 2027 Collection Showcases Avant-Garde Fashion other

  Yoshio Kubo's Vogue page for the Tokyo Spring 2027 collection highlights images and links to his earlier works, showcasing his established career. Renowned for his avant-garde…

• How Scotland Defied Rome to Forge Its Own Church cultural-heritage

  The Scottish Reformation, which began in the 16th century, was a distinct movement from the English Reformation, driven by local grievances and continental Protestant ideas. In…

• Billie Mandle's 'Asunder' Documents Burned Forests of Napa Valley publication

  Billie Mandle, a talented photographer, has released her new monograph called 'Asunder,' published by TBW Books. This work focuses on the aftermath of the Glass Fire in Napa…

• Allosiette: Four Decades of Painting the Invisible Geometry of Light artist

  Claudette Allosio, known artistically as Allosiette, is a seasoned French painter with more than four decades of experience, celebrated for her examination of nature's unseen…

• António Costa Lima Arquitectos completes warehouse-style housing block in Lisbon architecture-design

  Praia do Bom Sucesso, a trio of residences designed by António Costa Lima Arquitectos, showcases an industrial style characterized by exposed brick and weathered steel. Situated…

• 4-Step Guide to Planning Your Dream Art Room Renovation other

  The Art of Education has published a comprehensive guide for art teachers planning to renovate or design a new art classroom. The article outlines a four-step process: finding…

• Krasner and Pollock: A Reconsideration Amidst Art World News other

  In a recent piece, Valentina Di Liscia, senior editor at Hyperallergic, draws attention to a personal essay by artist Lia Strasser that reevaluates the dynamics between Lee…

• Supreme Court's Anti-Democratic Power Examined in New Books publication

  Harvard law professors Nikolas Bowie and Daphna Renan have authored 'Supremacy,' while Cass R. Sunstein presents 'Separation of Powers,' both of which scrutinize the Supreme…

• Philippe Collin's 'The Barman of the Ritz' Falls Short of 'Casablanca' publication

  Set against the backdrop of the German Occupation of Paris from June 1940 to August 1944, Philippe Collin's historical fiction, 'The Barman of the Ritz,' centers on the Petit Bar…

• The AI Music Controversy: Fenix Flexin's 'Rubberz' and the Authenticity Debate opinion-review

  This summer, Los Angeles rapper Fenix Flexin performed his viral hit 'Rubberz' at a small nightclub in Passaic, New Jersey, amid widespread speculation that the song was created…

• New Yorker Briefly Noted: Four Books on Race, Death, Love, and Identity publication

  The New Yorker's Briefly Noted section reviews four new books. Wilbert L. Cooper's 'The Black Shield' (Farrar, Straus & Giroux) examines a Black police organization in Cleveland…

• Review: Matisse's 'Woman with a Hat' Still Defies Beauty Norms opinion-review

  A review in The New Yorker revisits Henri Matisse's 'Femme au Chapeau' (Woman with a Hat), a painting that caused a scandal at the 1905 Salon d'Automne. More than a century later,…

• Upon Harbor by tip architects: Revitalizing the Mundet Factory into a 14,700 m² Hotel and Entertainment Complex architecture-design

  A Portuguese architectural firm called tip architects, led by Tiago Palmela, has unveiled plans for 'Upon Harbor,' a new hotel and entertainment venue covering 14,700 m². Set to…

• Black-and-White Outfits Dominate Copenhagen Fashion Week Street Style other

  The fall 2026 runways may have championed color, but street style at Copenhagen Fashion Week embraced a monochrome palette, with black-and-white outfits appearing on nearly every…

• Barrel Leg Jeans: The Voluminous Silhouette Taking Over Fashion other

  Barrel leg jeans, a voluminous and architectural style, have entered the mainstream after debuting on the runways of Loewe and Alaïa for spring/summer 2025. Despite their daunting…

• When a Friend Steals Your Baby Name: The Unforgivable Sin other

  The article explores the deep emotional impact of a friend using a baby name you've claimed as your own, drawing on pop culture references and personal anecdotes. It cites the Sex…

• Suede Bags: Fall's Luxurious Trend Across Brands other

  Suede is making a significant comeback in fashion, particularly in handbags, with brands like Khaite, Balenciaga, Gucci, Burberry, Nili Lotan, and Bottega Veneta offering a range…

• Coyote vs. Acme: Wile E. Coyote Sues Acme in New Film other

  The New Yorker's September 7, 2026 issue features a piece on the upcoming film 'Coyote vs. Acme,' starring Will Forte. In the movie, Wile E. Coyote, the iconic cartoon character,…

• Pierre Frey Opens First Furniture-Only Showroom in Paris; Noguchi Fountain Relocates to NOMA other

  The renowned French textile brand, Pierre Frey, is launching its first furniture showroom, called Galerie 14 Mail, in Paris, designed by Sandrine Sarah Faivre. This…

• US Strikes Larak Island, Iran Retaliates Against US Bases in Jordan and UAE other

  On Sunday, American military forces targeted two Iranian missile launchers located on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first US strikes on Iranian soil since late…

• Carbotta and Benassi at Palazzoirreale: Time, Matter, Body exhibition

  The 'Frammenti di durata' exhibition is hosted at Palazzoirreale in Canelli, Italy, from September 20 to October 25, 2026. Curated by Maria Chiara Valacchi, the show features…

• Monaco di Baviera: guida creativa tra musei, street art e design other

  Travel On Art ha lanciato una guida dedicata a Monaco di Baviera, mettendo in luce il suo patrimonio culturale oltre l'Oktoberfest, in collaborazione con Air Dolomiti. Tra i musei…

• Arab Strap's Aidan Moffat on Mortality, Fatherhood, and the Manosphere other

  In an interview with Kulturnews, Aidan Moffat of the Scottish indie rock band Arab Strap discusses the themes of mortality and fatherhood that permeate their new album 'Half-Told…

• Shanghai Unveils Space-Computing Hub Amid China-US Space Race ai-technology

  In the escalating competition between China and the US in space exploration, Shanghai has introduced a specialized space-computing center located in the Songjiang district. This…

• Tewün Debuts Fall 2026 Collection at The Surf Lodge other

  Argentine polo players Nacho Figueras and Andrés "Ruso" Sorzana have unveiled Tewün's Fall 2026 collection at The Surf Lodge in the Hamptons. The line draws on Patagonian ranch…

• Dolly Parton Laid to Rest in Nashville, Tribute Concert Held at Grand Ole Opry other

  On Friday, Dolly Parton was interred at the age of 80 in a private family ceremony in Nashville, alongside her deceased husband, Carl Dean, at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Lainey…

• Floating Points' First Ballet Score 'Mere Mortals' Reimagines Pandora Myth artist

  Sam Shepherd, known as Floating Points, has composed his first ballet score, 'Mere Mortals', which reinterprets the myth of Pandora with a modern twist addressing climate change…

• III Seminario DOCOMOMO-PR Explores Modern Architecture in Brazil architecture-design

  The III Seminario DOCOMOMO-PR, scheduled for August 31, 2026, will convene in Brazil to critically examine the historiography of modern architecture in Latin America. The seminar,…

• 10 Classic Sci-Fi Films: From Méliès to Kubrick other

  TheCollector presents a curated list of ten classic science fiction films that defined the genre's history, from Georges Méliès' pioneering 1902 short 'A Trip to the Moon' to…

• Steph Hayashi's 'Inhabitant' Transforms Japanese House into Living Archive other

  Photographer Steph Hayashi's editorial 'Inhabitant' reimagines a traditional Japanese dwelling as a living organism, where architecture, memory, and fashion intertwine. Published…

• Dezeen's August Roundup: Knoll's First Bed in Decades, IKEA's Collectible Tables, and More architecture-design

  In August, Dezeen highlighted significant releases in furniture and lighting. Knoll unveiled the Perron Pillo Bed, designed by Willo Perron, marking the company's first bed in…

• COMBO Festival Milano Celebrates Female Board Game Designers with 'Un gioco da ragazze' festival-fair

  The first edition of COMBO Festival di Pedine, Dadi e Carte, dedicated to board and role-playing game culture, takes place in Milan on October 3-4, 2026. A key highlight is the…

• Musclefest: Underground Cinema Gets a New Home in NYC festival-fair

  Muscle, a boutique distribution company founded by Elizabeth Purchell, is hosting its first-ever Musclefest, a four-night event dedicated to underground trans and queer cinema as…

• First Look at 51st Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York: 22 Designers Transform Greenwich Village Townhouse architecture-design

  The 51st Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York is set to commence on September 14 at 80 West Washington Place in Manhattan. This event showcases the work of 22 designers who have…

• 1933 Photo Resolves Nazi Looted Art Case at Bavarian National Museum cultural-heritage

  The Bavarian National Museum is set to return two reliefs from the late 15th century to the descendants of Jakob Goldschmidt, a Jewish banker from Berlin, after confirming they…

• LA Priest's Sam Eastgate on Blending Electronic Music with Nature artist

  In a conversation with kulturnews.de, Sam Eastgate, recognized for his work as LA Priest and his previous involvement with Late Of The Pier, shares insights about his latest album…

• Plantasia: Elisa's Sonic Park Transforms Milan Quarry into Cultural Lab other

  In Milan, a 40,000-square-meter degraded area will become an urban forest where nature, music, and youth participation aim to create a new regeneration model. Plantasia, the sonic…

• Emma Cline's 'In die Schweiz' Sends a Dementia Patient on a Final Journey publication

  In her novel "In die Schweiz," Emma Cline narrates the story of a man with dementia who embarks on a final trip to Switzerland. As his mental state deteriorates, the narrative…

• ADN FÓRUM 2026 Turns Madrid's Plaza de Colón Pink with Art, Design, and a 'Dry Port' festival-fair

  ADN FÓRUM will take place in Madrid from September 24 to 27, 2026, marking its fourth edition and transforming Plaza de Colón into a vibrant outdoor art exhibition. The event,…

• Théâtre de la Tempête stages Kafka's 'The Trial' as 'Josef K.' other

  The Théâtre de la Tempête in Paris is presenting "Josef K.", an adaptation of Franz Kafka's novel "The Trial" ("Le Procès"), directed by Clément Poirée. The production, which…