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• Chinese Users Report Minimal Returns from Licensing Faces to AI Companies ai-technology

  Companies in China have been recruiting users to license their facial likenesses for use in AI-generated short dramas and advertisements, promising substantial income within a…

• WEI+ Design Transforms Jingdezhen's Taoyangli District into Zhuozhuo Community architecture-design

  The Zhuozhuo Community, an urban regeneration initiative spanning 9,532 m², is anticipated to be finished in 2026 within the Taoyangli Historic District of Jingdezhen. Han Shuang…

• AI Girl Group Creators Announce Virtual Member's Pregnancy to Suspend Her Persona ai-technology

  The creators of an AI girl group in China announced that one of its virtual members was pregnant, a move they said was prompted by the stress of managing the concept. The…

• Northeast Chinese Meme Reimagined as Video Game by Content Creator digital

  A Northeast Chinese meme that originated from a staged feud and became an online sensation in China has been adapted into a video game by a video content creator. The creator…

• Christie's Frieze Week Sales Top £218m as Peter Simon Collection Sets £107.5m Record market-auction

  Christie's Frieze Week auctions in London brought in more than £218 million across two evening sales, with the single-owner collection of Monsoon founder Peter Simon accounting…

• MOYO Shirt Jacket Fuses Korean Hanbok Silhouette with East African Kitenge Textile architecture-design

  The MOYO shirt jacket is a product of the partnership between Jerrybag, a social enterprise, and designer Hyunah Kim from ili studio. This piece combines the structured form of…

• Skillcations: Travelers Trade Spa Days for Surf Lessons and Clay Workshops other

  More travelers are opting for "skillcations," where they focus on acquiring new skills like surfing in Bali or freediving in French Polynesia. Research by Mastercard Inc. from…

• Hélio Oiticica's Grande Núcleo Immersive Environment on View at Dia Beacon exhibition

  Dia Beacon showcases Grande Núcleo (Grand Nucleus, 1960–66), an expansive installation by Hélio Oiticica, a pivotal Brazilian artist and theorist known for his contributions to…

• Mark Tedesco pubblica "Lei mi ha sedotto – Una storia d'amore con Roma" per Alpes Italia publication

  Mark Tedesco, a California-based writer and educator, spent eight years in Italy, where he cultivated a deep affection for the enchanting city of Rome. His book, "Lei mi ha…

• Halloween 2026 in Paris: Rodin Séance, Vaux-le-Vicomte by Torchlight, K-Horror at Guimet festival-fair

  Between 3 October and 8 November 2026, a Halloween cultural program will take place in Paris and Île-de-France, offering twelve evening events that can be booked, along with…

• Mickey Cartin's Art-Filled Greenwich Village Loft Lists for $10M as Christie's Prepares 80-Work Sale market-auction

  For $10,000,000, Mickey Cartin's expansive 5,800-square-foot loft located at 12 East 12th Street in Greenwich Village is currently available for purchase, represented by Christine…

• Three Regional New South Wales Galleries Unite Collections for First Collaborative Exhibition exhibition

  Three regional galleries across New South Wales have pooled their collections for a single collaborative exhibition, marking the first occasion on which these institutions have…

• Studio Moara Designs Four Squares Cafe Identity with Blocky Wordmark and Blob Mascot architecture-design

  Studio Moara has developed a detailed brand identity for Four Squares Cafe, a coffee shop located in Saudi Arabia. The focal point is a bold wordmark that arranges the letters…

• Nicolas Bruno: Surreal Self-Portraits from Sleep Paralysis and The Somnia Tarot artist

  American photographer Nicolas Bruno, born in 1993 in Northport, New York, creates dreamlike and unsettling self-portraits drawn from his experiences with sleep paralysis. His…

• Jim Morrison: un mito in perenne ricerca dell'altrove other

  Jim Morrison (Melbourne, 8 dicembre 1943 – Parigi, 3 luglio 1971) è stato un artista la cui biografia, segnata da continui trasferimenti per il lavoro del padre, un ammiraglio…

• Resilience and the Phoenix Myth Explored in ArtSpecialDay's One Word One Week Column publication

  ArtSpecialDay's One Word One Week column features the term resilience, examining its etymology, psychological meaning, and symbolic connection to the phoenix myth. The word…

• Danielle Frankel Spring 2027 Ready-to-Wear: Quiet Simplicity and Customization other

  Danielle Frankel unveiled her spring 2027 ready-to-wear line, showcasing a serene simplicity that contrasts with the brand's previously whimsical aesthetic. This change, according…

• Amadou Koné's 1975 Novel 'Les frasques d'Ebinto' Adapted for Cinema by Luc Gnépa publication

  Luc Gnépa has adapted Amadou Koné's debut novel 'Les frasques d'Ebinto' for the screen, with an avant-première scheduled for Thursday, 15 October in Abidjan. First published in…

• Pedro Torrijos Explores Sound and Architecture in New Podcast Episodes architecture-design

  The podcast 'Cómo suena un edificio,' hosted by Pedro Torrijos, is currently in its 2025 season, turning the Museo ICO hall into a captivating auditory experience. Episode E29…

• Le Grrôle de Noël: Frères Safa's New Family Musical at Gaîté Rive Gauche other

  The Safa brothers' new family musical Le Grrôle de Noël runs at Gaîté Rive Gauche in Paris from 15 November to 30 December 2026. The production gives the lead role to the…

• Picasso's Legacy: 140,000 Works, Record Auctions, and Guernica's Journey artist

  Pablo Picasso, a Spanish artist who emerged in the late 1800s, is recognized by Guinness World Records as the most prolific painter in history, having created over 140,000 works…

• Dix icônes de la donation Lemand exposées à Moderne Art Fair festival-fair

  La Moderne Art Fair se déroulera à la place de la Concorde à Paris du 22 au 25 octobre 2026, mettant en lumière dix pièces de la donation Claude et France Lemand. Bien que le…

• China's Coal Industry Positioned as Stopgap Amid Global Oil Shock and Looming Recession opinion-review

  An opinion piece published by the South China Morning Post argues that China's coal-fired power plants, described as quick and efficient, could serve as a stopgap solution for a…

• Musk Says US Government Controls Starshield Limits in Ukraine other

  Elon Musk stated on Wednesday that any disruptions Ukraine experiences with the Starshield satellite communications system are the responsibility of the US government, not SpaceX.…

• Su Xiaobai's "Voice-over, Magic Mirror" Closes Orchid Pavilion Gatherings at Venice's Palazzo Soranzo Van Axel exhibition

  The Orchid Pavilion Gatherings concluded with "Voice-over, Magic Mirror" at the Palazzo Soranzo Van Axel, a 15th-century venue in Venice, during the 2026 Venice Film Festival.…

• Creative Immersions France-Mexico 2026 Opens Gardens of Luis Barragán's Casa Ortega exhibition

  During Design Week Mexico 2026, the exhibition Creative Immersions France-Mexico 2026 was presented by studio 2x1 at Casa Ortega, a structure crafted by Luis Barragán between 1942…

• Andreco Unveils Lago Sospeso, a Collective Water Landscape in Rome's Vigne Nuove artist

  Lago Sospeso, a collaborative installation created by Andreco (born in Rome, 1978), Studio Andreco, Futurecologies, and community members, presents a vast aquatic scene in the…

• Trump Aides Concede House Majority as Midterm Focus Shifts to Senate Defense other

  With just 20 days remaining until the midterm elections, aides from the Trump administration believe the GOP has slim prospects of holding onto the House, shifting their focus to…

• BDNY 2026 Returns to Javits Center with 700+ Brands and Immersive Hospitality Installations festival-fair

  The Jacob K. Javits Center in New York City will host Boutique Design New York (BDNY) from November 8 to 9, 2026. This event will showcase over 700 brands, with 100 of them being…

• Sense and Sensibility Filming Locations Include England's Historic Country Houses and the National Gallery publication

  The upcoming adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility, featuring Daisy Edgar-Jones, is set to debut in U.S. theaters on October 16. Various English country estates were…

• Nikon Releases Japan-Only Leather Business Card Holder Inspired by F3 Film SLR other

  Nikon has launched a leather business card holder exclusive to Japan, inspired by its iconic F3 film SLR camera. Named the Nikon Leather Business Card Holder, Black x Red, this…

• Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 Winners Announced by London's Natural History Museum award

  The Natural History Museum in London has revealed the winners of the 62nd Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, which received an unprecedented 65,403 entries from 121…

• Atelier HA Transforms Saint-Cloud Garage into Space-Age Family Apartment architecture-design

  Atelier HA, established by Adèle Nourry and Hugo Vince, has transformed a repurposed garage in Saint-Cloud, Paris, for a returning client with a family of four. The renovation…

• H Mart President Stacey Kwon Releases Store's First Cookbook publication

  H Mart's inaugural cookbook, titled "H Mart: The Cookbook: Essential Ingredients, Techniques, and Korean Recipes," has been launched by president Stacey Kwon through Artisan…

• Dean Levin Turns a No-Style Los Angeles Home Into a Tribute to Iconic Design architecture-design

  Dean Levin has revamped a Los Angeles home, once criticized for its lack of style, into a space that honors the city’s renowned architecture and design. He combined his custom…

• Jeremy DePrez's 'Earth Memories' Explores Found Objects and Shaped Canvases at David Shelton Gallery, Houston exhibition

  Jeremy DePrez's exhibition titled 'Earth Memories' is currently being showcased at the David Shelton Gallery in Houston until October 17. This collection features acrylic artworks…

• Frieze London 2026: Nine Stands Selected by Artribune Under Eva Langret's Direction festival-fair

  Frieze London 2026, under the direction of Eva Langret, showcases 172 galleries from 42 nations in Regent's Park. The entrance features younger galleries and curated sections,…

• Eye on Digital China Newsletter Explores Hangzhou Dog-Walking Ban, Vanishing Living Rooms, and Laundry Debate publication

  The Eye on Digital China newsletter, released on September 27, 2026, delves into the gradual cultural transformations within Chinese society. It emphasizes the stringent…

• Centro de Artes Marks 10 Years with "Mercado/Material" Exhibition in San Antonio exhibition

  At the Centro de Artes in San Antonio, curator Mia Lopez unveils "Mercado/Material," a free exhibition marking the gallery's 10th anniversary. This showcase, which runs from…

• Pageant Collective Brings 25-Performance Marathon to MoMA exhibition

  In August, Pageant, a Brooklyn-based artist-run space, completed a month-long residency at the Museum of Modern Art, culminating in the extensive seven-hour marathon performance…