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• Ingo Schulze's 'Peter Holtz' Review: A Return to Origins with a Foolish Hero opinion-review

  In the Neue Zürcher Zeitung, critic Paul Jandl reviews Ingo Schulze's newest novel, 'Peter Holtz'. The book marks a return to Schulze's core themes, centering on a 'foolish lucky…

• Ryusuke Hamaguchi's New Film 'Evil Does Not Exist' Criticized for Nature Kitsch opinion-review

  Ryusuke Hamaguchi, the Japanese director known for 'Drive My Car', has released a new film titled 'Evil Does Not Exist'. The film, which premiered recently, explores the…

• Stephan Mösch's New History of Bayreuth Festival Challenges Myths publication

  Stephan Mösch has published a comprehensive history of the Bayreuth Festival, a landmark work that challenges long-held myths and assumptions about the Wagner festival. The book,…

• Iranian Leaders Admit Economic Toll of War with US as Trade Drops 35% other

  Iranian leaders have publicly acknowledged the severe economic consequences of the ongoing conflict with the United States, as trade has plummeted by 35% since the war began six…

• 45 Artists Transform Tandil Housing Estate with Magic-Themed Murals festival-fair

  In Tandil, Buenos Aires, a housing estate got a stunning makeover thanks to over 40 talented artists, including Seba Cener, Chax Crea, and Mocha, who painted enchanting murals.…

• Enrica Fico Antonioni on Life with Michelangelo, New Super 8 Footage, and the AnimaNatura Foundation artist

  In a conversation with Giuditta Elettra Lavinia Nidiaci for Collezione da Tiffany, Enrica Fico Antonioni, the widow of Michelangelo Antonioni, reflects on her life alongside the…

• German Unions Protest Austerity but Avoid Taboo of Military Spending other

  The German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) and its member unions have called for a protest on September 26 under the slogan 'Save the welfare state with us' (Rette mit uns den…

• August Comic Selections: Mrs. Orwell, En liberté, Asphalte sauvage and More publication

  In its monthly roundup, La Matinale of Le Monde highlights recently published graphic novels, mangas, and comics for August. Among the featured works is a new comic by Florence…

• Ex-White House Teleprompter Operator Fined for Betting on Trump's Speeches other

  Gabriel Perez, a former White House teleprompter operator, has been ordered to forfeit over $100,000 in profits and pay a $65,000 fine as part of a settlement with the Commodity…

• Nikita Miroshnikov: From Moscow to Honolulu, Building a Targeted Creator Career artist

  From 2015 to 2018, Nikita Miroshnikov worked as a photographer and videographer in Moscow and has since attracted approximately 123,000 followers on social media from Honolulu.…

• Charlie Firth's 3D-Printed Lamps Blend Memphis Geometry with Digital Fabrication artist

  Charlie Firth, a product and furniture designer hailing from South West Wales, has introduced a series of 3D-printed table lamps named 'Colorful Rebellion,' drawing inspiration…

• ARCHWASTE Transforms Irregular Shanghai Commercial Space into Evolving Office architecture-design

  ARCHWASTE, led by principal architect Hou Yutong with design team member Yang Yuhang, has completed a 60-square-meter office project in Shanghai, China, in 2025. The project,…

• Claudia Roth Warns AfD's Bauhaus Attacks Echo NSDAP Rhetoric cultural-heritage

  Claudia Roth, former German Minister of State for Culture, has accused the far-right AfD party of using language reminiscent of the NSDAP in its attacks on the Bauhaus movement.…

• Taiwan's Debt Collection Against Grenada Serves as Warning to Remaining Allies economy-finance

  Taiwan's stringent debt recovery methods against Grenada, a former ally, present a contrasting perspective to the 'debt trap' narrative frequently linked to China. After Grenada…

• CIA's Secret Book War: The Real Story Behind 'Three Days of the Condor' other

  The article 'CIA: la guerra segreta dei libri' by Claudio Castellacci and Anita Romanello, published on doppiozero.com on August 29, 2026, explores the real-life inspiration…

• Giustizia o vendetta? Il caso del gioielliere e i limiti della legittima difesa opinion-review

  Un recente episodio di cronaca, in cui un gioielliere ha sparato a dei rapinatori in fuga, ha riacceso il dibattito sui limiti della legittima difesa. L'articolo, pubblicato su…

• Trump administration faces backlash over Yosemite park giveaway other

  A Friday report by NOTUS uncovered that the Trump administration has been discreetly attempting to transfer a 400-metre (0.25-mile) section of Yosemite National Park to Kingsbarn…

• Dolly Parton's Imagination Library: A Legacy of Literacy and Love other

  This week, the world lost Dolly Parton, the iconic artist who passed away at the age of 80. In 1995, she established the Imagination Library to pay tribute to her father, who…

• UK Blocks Rembrandt Export, AI Authorship Debated, and More other

  The UK government has placed an export bar on a $97 million Rembrandt portrait, preventing it from leaving the country. The decision, reported by The Art Newspaper, is part of a…

• Light in August Exhibition at Troedsson Villa, Nikko exhibition

  The Troedsson Villa in Nikko, Japan, is hosting an exhibition titled 'Light in August.' The exhibition is presented with a press release available in both English and Japanese,…

• Trump Announces US-Venezuela Oil Deal for 65 Billion Barrels other

  On Friday, President Donald Trump revealed that the United States has secured an agreement with Venezuela to gain control over 65 billion barrels of oil reserves from the South…

• Charli XCX's Era-Spanning Headline Set Electrifies Reading Festival festival-fair

  On Friday, August 28, 2026, Charli XCX took the stage as the headliner at Reading Festival, her first festival performance in the UK since the release of her album 'Music,…

• Lisbon's Baixa Reconstruction: A Model for Modern Urban Planning architecture-design

  From September 3 to 5, Monocle's Quality of Life Conference in Lisbon highlights the Baixa district as an exemplary case of contemporary urban design. The area underwent…

• Monocle Quality of Life Conference 2026 in Lisbon: Last Chance to Register festival-fair

  The Monocle Quality of Life Conference 2026 is set to take place in Lisbon, Portugal, starting this coming Thursday with welcoming drinks, followed by sessions on Friday and…

• Frieze Seoul 2026 Returns with Over 130 Galleries and Six Must-See Presentations festival-fair

  The fifth international art fair, Frieze Seoul 2026, is set to take place at COEX in Gangnam from September 2 to 5, 2026, under the direction of Patrick Lee. In collaboration with…

• Ingres's Valpinçon Bather: A Hidden Beauty Beyond the Surface opinion-review

  In a recent article on Artspecialday, critic Federica Maria Marrella offers a personal reflection on Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres's painting 'La Bagnante di Valpinçon' (1808),…

• Milo Yiannopoulos Arrested by US Immigration in New Orleans other

  On Thursday, US immigration authorities apprehended the contentious British far-right figure Milo Yiannopoulos at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, as reported by…

• Nelly Saunier Revives the Art of Featherwork in French Exhibitions exhibition

  In France, the age-old craft of featherwork, known as plumasserie, is experiencing a resurgence, largely due to the efforts of master artisan Nelly Saunier. Her creations can be…

• Roy Slaper, Denim Legend and Pioneer of High-End Jeans, Dies at 54 other

  Roy Slaper, a pivotal figure in the denim world, passed away on August 28, 2026, at the age of 54. Slaper gained fame among denim enthusiasts during the era of lumberjack chic by…

• Brasserie Olivia Brings French Glamour to Sloane Square other

  Brasserie Olivia, the first international outpost of the French brasserie group La Nouvelle Garde, has opened at 1 Sloane Square, London, in the former David Mellor cutlery…

• Vogue's Guide to the Best Loafers for Women to Invest in for 2026 other

  Vogue has published a comprehensive guide to the best loafers for women to invest in for 2026, highlighting the heeled loafer as a standout trend from the fall 2026 runways. The…

• Abandoned Ancona Lighthouse to House Over 100 Artists artist

  Gino Gianuizzi, who established the Bologna-based art venue neon (1981-2011) and teaches at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Bologna, has obtained a six-year lease from the Agenzia…

• Vogue's Top 8 Shampoos for Frizzy Hair, Expert-Approved other

  Vogue editors and celebrity hairstylists have curated a list of eight shampoos specifically designed to combat frizzy hair, addressing a common hair concern exacerbated by…

• Ricardo Luevanos' 'The Sky Promised Nothing' Opens at Diesel Art Gallery, Tokyo exhibition

  Mexican artist Ricardo Luevanos presents his first solo exhibition in Asia, 'The Sky Promised Nothing,' at Diesel Art Gallery in Tokyo from July 25 to September 23, 2026. The show…

• 2026 Summer Transfer Window Nears Deadline with Record Fees and Strategic Rebuilds other

  The summer transfer window for 2026 is nearing its end, with the Premier League's cutoff set for September 1 at 11 p.m. BST, while Germany and France will finalize their deals by…

• Vogue's 2026 Edit: The Best NARS Makeup Formulas for Long-Lasting Wear other

  Vogue's 2026 NARS makeup guide showcases the brand's journey since its inception by François Nars in 1994. Renowned for its matte finishes and smoky eye looks, NARS has evolved to…

• Bayeux Agreement May Pave Way for Parthenon Marbles Loan, Says British Museum Director cultural-heritage

  Nicholas Cullinan, the director of the British Museum, indicated that the recent deal with France regarding the Bayeux Tapestry might pave the way for a possible loan of the…

• Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls – Marvel Superheroes as Interactive Anime digital

  Arc System Works and Sony Interactive Entertainment have released Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, a fighting game for PlayStation 5 and PC that transforms Marvel superheroes into an…

• Post Malone Proposes to Christy Lee with 20-Plus Carat Custom Ring at Utah Ranch other

  On August 17, 2026, Post Malone, whose real name is Austin Post, popped the question to stylist Christy Lee at his ranch in Utah. He presented her with a custom ring featuring a…

• Bruges Exhibition Aims to Decenter the West at New BRUSK Gallery exhibition

  The first exhibition at BRUSK, a newly established gallery linked to the Groeningemuseum in Bruges, Belgium, is named 'Bigger Picture: Connected worlds of Bruges 900-1550.'…