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• Monocle's Tyler Brûlé praises Japanese magazine craftsmanship on Tokyo-Zürich flight opinion-review

  In a column for Monocle, editor-in-chief Tyler Brûlé reflects on the superior quality of Japanese magazines compared to Western publications, based on his experience reading them…

• Burning Man 2026 Opens in Nevada Desert with 'Axis Mundi' Theme festival-fair

  Burning Man 2026 began on August 30 in Nevada's Black Rock Desert, with the event running through September 7. The theme, 'Axis Mundi,' focuses on interconnectedness, shared…

• Jun Ji-hyun and Yeon Sang-ho Discuss 'Colony', K-Zombies, and Real Car Stunts other

  Director Yeon Sang-ho's zombie film 'Colony' premiered at Cannes in May, screened at the New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF) in July, and hit North American theaters on August…

• New Museum Thefts Reported This Summer other

  The summer of 2026 has seen a series of new thefts in museums, as reported by Le Journal des Arts. The article, published on August 30, 2026, highlights a worrying trend of…

• FEMSA Collection at 50: 'Constelaciones y derivas' Rethinks Latin American Art at MARCO exhibition

  In celebration of its 50th anniversary, the FEMSA Collection will showcase 'Constelaciones y derivas: arte de América Latina desde la Colección FEMSA' at the Museo de Arte…

• Teresa Pugliatti, Art Historian and University Professor, Dies at 92 in Messina artist

  Teresa Pugliatti, a distinguished university professor and art historian, passed away at the age of 92 in Messina. Her scholarly work spanned various periods, including medieval…

• The Round Whitehorse Centre by Kerstin Thompson Architects and BKK Architects Opens in Nunawading architecture-design

  The Round Whitehorse Centre, a new performing arts and cultural hub in Nunawading, Australia, was completed in 2023. Designed by Kerstin Thompson Architects and BKK Architects,…

• Cooper Hewitt's Miniature Staircase Masterpieces: A Gift of Craft and History exhibition

  In 2006, the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York launched an exhibition titled 'Made to Scale: Staircase Masterpieces, The Eugene & Clare Thaw Gift', featuring…

• The Hidden Origins of School Textbooks: France's Other Back-to-School Bestsellers other

  A video report by France 24, published on August 29, 2026, investigates the origins of school textbooks, which are described as the other bestsellers of the back-to-school season.…

• Frida Las Vegas's Australian Kitsch Tour: Big Things, Pink Poodles, and Suburban Palazzos publication

  Stavroula Adameitis, also recognized as Frida Las Vegas, has spent ten years capturing Australia’s quirky landmarks, leading to the release of her book 'Australianarama' on 1…

• Ridley Scott's 'The Dog Stars' Transforms Italy into Post-Apocalyptic Colorado other

  Ridley Scott's upcoming dystopian movie, 'The Dog Stars', draws inspiration from Peter Heller's acclaimed novel and is set in Colorado in 2035, following a pandemic. The cast…

• Homer's Odyssey Tops Box Office, Rembrandt Export Bar, and More other

  This week in the art world, Homer's Odyssey, a 2,800-year-old public domain epic, became the highest-grossing R-rated film in history, according to the Washington Post. Emily…

• Chuck Ramirez Retrospective 'Ordinary Wonders' Opens at The Momentary in Bentonville exhibition

  So, there's this cool exhibition happening at The Momentary in Bentonville, Arkansas, called 'Chuck Ramirez: Ordinary Wonders.' It's actually the first time they're showing a…

• Project Row Houses Announces Artists for Southern Survey Biennial III exhibition

  Project Row Houses in Houston has revealed the artists chosen for its third Southern Survey Biennial, showcasing talent from 13 states in the South. Juror and guest curator…

• GEOM Typeface: Danilo Gusmão Silveira's Geometric Typography System architecture-design

  Danilo Gusmão Silveira has introduced GEOM, an innovative typography that employs a precise mathematical grid to shape glyphs from geometric elements. This typeface incorporates…

• Trump's Distraction Tactics Intensify Ahead of US Midterms other

  As the US midterm elections approach in November, President Donald Trump has escalated his use of diversionary tactics, shifting public attention away from the unpopular Iran war…

• Gili Tal's Fridge Fascination at Kunsthalle Basel exhibition

  London-based artist Gili Tal's new exhibition at Kunsthalle Basel centers on a fascination with commercial fridges. In a conversation with Lydia Eliza Trail, Tal discusses the…

• Minecraft Characters Sprout in Gyoda's Record-Breaking Rice Paddy Art cultural-heritage

  In Gyoda, Saitama Prefecture, Japan, the annual tanbo art has taken a gaming turn for 2026, featuring characters from Minecraft. The rice paddy art, which holds a Guinness World…

• Sony Music and Warner Chappell Sue Anthropic Over Copyright Infringement ai-technology

  Sony Music Publishing and Warner Chappell, along with other music rights holders, have initiated a lawsuit against AI firm Anthropic and its founders, Dario Amodei and Benjamin…

• Stetsons and Waterproofs: Inside the Long Road Festival, a Very English Country Music Celebration festival-fair

  The Long Road festival, hosted at the Grade II-listed Stanford Hall in Leicestershire, united country music enthusiasts for a weekend filled with performances and festivities.…

• CIA Covert Operations in Eastern Europe: A Historical Overview other

  Following World War II, the Cold War commenced, with the United States and its allies striving to curb the spread of Communism without engaging in direct military conflict. To…

• Hong Kong Design Institute Showcases Art Nouveau Racecourse Cafe and Student Projects architecture-design

  In collaboration with Dezeen, the Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI) presented a variety of student projects. Among these was Akira Ng's Art Nouveau-inspired cafe located at Sha…

• Le imperfezioni: Paul Thorel Prize III Edition at MACRO Rome exhibition

  The MACRO museum in Rome is hosting the third edition of the Paul Thorel Prize, titled "Le imperfezioni," which will run until September 30, 2026. Curated by Sara Dolfi Agostini,…

• Kendall Jenner's New Dachshund Finn Spotted in The Row Bag other

  Kendall Jenner was photographed in Los Angeles carrying a wire-haired dachshund named Finn in her Tori bag from The Row, marking the dog's latest public appearance. The model,…

• Oliver Rios: El Barrio's Visual Storyteller artist

  Oliver Rios is an artist whose creations are intricately linked to the cultural essence of El Barrio, a neighborhood located in New York City. Drawing inspiration from street…

• Stan Wawrinka Hosts Private Tennis Clinic at Waldorf Astoria Ballroom other

  In the week before the US Open, the Waldorf Astoria's Grand Ballroom was transformed into a regulation-size tennis court for the Waldorf Astoria Ballroom Tennis Invitational. The…

• Monchi's Book on East German Punk Reviewed by Sociologist Matthias Quent publication

  In a review published on the German newspaper Der Freitag, sociologist Matthias Quent examines the book "Jenseits der Brandmauer" by Jan Gorkow, better known as Monchi, the lead…

• Lauri Design Studio Renovates Michigan Lake House with 'Mosh Pit' Lounge architecture-design

  Lauri Design Studio in California, under the direction of Jenni Lauri, has transformed Willow Point, a lakeside home in Michigan that dates back to 2005. The redesign improved the…

• Isaac Julien's First Italian Retrospective 'Museum Dreams' Opens at gres art 671 in Bergamo exhibition

  The first Italian retrospective of British artist and filmmaker Isaac Julien, titled 'Museum Dreams', is on view at gres art 671 in Bergamo until October 4, 2026. Curated by…

• PHTAA Designs Rice Bran Oil Refinery in Khok Duea architecture-design

  PHTAA has completed the LPP Rice Bran Oil Refinery in Khok Duea, Thailand, a 5,000 m² industrial building designed to respond to the site's challenging environmental conditions.…

• Studio Khoa Vu's Lunar Cavern: A Moon-Inspired Duplex in Ho Chi Minh City architecture-design

  Founded by Khoa Vu in 2023, Studio Khoa Vu has been included in the 2026 edition of the Wallpaper* Architects' Directory, which celebrates emerging design firms. The studio…

• Pixie Cuts Through History: From Hepburn to Modern Icons other

  The pixie cut, a hairstyle that has symbolized nonconformity since the 1950s, remains a versatile and enduring choice. Popularized by Audrey Hepburn and Jean Seberg, it gained…

• Abel Gongora and Naoko Yamada Collaborate on Animated Series 'Jaadugar: The Legend of Fatima' other

  For the first time, Spanish artist Abel Gongora and Japanese director Naoko Yamada have joined forces at the animation studio Science Saru to bring to life the characters of the…

• Casa Loto: Single-Level Ocean-View Residence in San José del Cabo architecture-design

  Casa Loto, a stunning single-level residence designed by Ezequiel Farca Studio, has been completed in 2024 in San José del Cabo, Mexico. Spanning 1,110 square meters, this home is…

• Vogue World: Milano's Guide to 10 Classic Italian Films other

  In anticipation of Vogue World: Milano, Vogue has assembled a collection of ten iconic Italian films that have significantly influenced the country's film heritage. Featured…

• Science Saru's Anime 'Jaadugar' Brings Persian Slave's Revenge to Mongol Court digital

  The Japanese animation studio Science Saru has released a new anime series titled 'Jaadugar: La légende de Fatima', now streaming on Crunchyroll. Adapted from the manga of the…

• VOA Arquitetura Renovates Family Beach House in Praia da Baleia architecture-design

  In 2023, VOA Arquitetura finalized the significant renovation of Casa ADS, a family beach house situated on Baleia Beach in São Sebastião, São Paulo, Brazil. Spanning 785 square…

• MVV Manager: Germany's 2045 Climate Goal Impossible with Gas Heating other

  Alexandra Halkenhäuser, head of network strategy and concessions at MVV Energie AG, stated that Germany cannot achieve climate neutrality by 2045 if gas heating remains in use. In…

• Konica IIA: A Vintage Camera's Enduring Appeal other

  A reviewer received a Konica IIA camera as an anonymous gift, prompting a detailed retrospective on the camera's history and performance. The Konica brand originated from a Tokyo…

• Marie-Galante: From Indigo to Rum, a Caribbean Island's Agricultural Memory cultural-heritage

  Marie-Galante, the third island in the French Antilles, is renowned for Rhum Agricole but initially flourished through indigo farming prior to sugarcane production. This limestone…