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• Mustafa Groener: A Beacon of Hope in Saxony-Anhalt's Election Aftermath other

  The recent state election in Saxony-Anhalt has sent shockwaves through the region, with the far-right AfD securing a commanding victory at 43.8% of the vote. This result has left…

• BBC Radio 1 Announces Live Lounge Month 2026 Line-Up with Sam Smith, Chase & Status, Jorja Smith other

  BBC Radio 1 has revealed the full line-up for its Live Lounge month, scheduled for October 2026. The sessions, which will air on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at midday,…

• Robert Misik's New Book Explores How Fascism Spreads publication

  In his latest book, "Erziehung zur Grausamkeit" (Education to Cruelty), Austrian journalist and author Robert Misik examines the mechanisms through which individuals transform…

• Monilola Olayemi Ilupeju's 'Second Skins' Confront Kolbe's Legacy at Georg Kolbe Museum exhibition

  Monilola Olayemi Ilupeju, an artist, shares insights into her work and involvement in the group exhibition 'everybody' at Berlin's Georg Kolbe Museum, which runs until November…

• CCCB Barcelona dedicates course to Emily Dickinson's radical poetry other

  The Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB) is organizing a course titled "Emily Dickinson, una carta al mundo" (Emily Dickinson, a letter to the world), running from…

• Naïma Ramalingom Appointed DRAC Centre-Val de Loire Director institutional

  Naïma Ramalingom, a second-grade state administrator, has been appointed as the regional director of cultural affairs (DRAC) for the Centre-Val de Loire region in France. The…

• Thomas Lélu's Louvre Collab: 'Mona Who?' Merchandise other

  French artist Thomas Lélu, known for his witty handwritten aphorisms that have amassed over 700,000 Instagram followers, has partnered with the Louvre museum to create a line of…

• AI Titans' Circular Deals Echo 1980s Savings-and-Loan Crisis opinion-review

  An opinion article in the South China Morning Post raises concerns about the long-term viability of the AI sector's swift expansion, likening the current 'circular deals' among…

• Dokumentarfilm über Holocaustüberlebenden Albrecht Weinberg feiert Premiere other

  Bei der Premiere eines Dokumentarfilms über den Holocaustüberlebenden Albrecht Weinberg rang Charlotte Knobloch, Präsidentin der Israelitischen Kultusgemeinde München und…

• Quebec Fans and Actors Rally to Save Les Simpson, Securing New Deal with Disney cultural-heritage

  Last August, Corus Entertainment's Télétoon chose not to renew the Canadian broadcasting rights for the 36th season of The Simpsons, putting the Québécois dubbed version, Les…

• Wagyu Yakiniku Ushio Opens in London: A New Omakase Experience other

  Wagyu Yakiniku Ushio, the first European outpost of a Fukuoka-based restaurant, has opened at 12 Charlotte Street in London's Fitzrovia. The dinner-only venue introduces…

• Daskalopoulos Donates 51 Works to Four Museums in Greece and Scotland cultural-heritage

  Dimitris Daskalopoulos, a prominent Greek art collector, is donating 51 contemporary artworks, primarily from Greek creators, to four museums in Greece and Scotland. The National…

• Nephilim in Genesis: Giants, Fallen Angels, or Ancient Rulers? cultural-heritage

  The Nephilim, mysterious figures in Genesis 6, are examined through biblical text, apocryphal writings, and ancient translations. The term appears just before Noah's Flood,…

• Graff's Laurence Graff Signature Collection Reinvents Diamond Jewelry with Sculptural Gold Links other

  Luxury jeweler Graff has unveiled a new addition to its Laurence Graff Signature collection, which reimagines the diamond's silhouette in sculptural forms. The collection features…

• David Bayo's 18-Million-Dot Masterpiece 'Ursus' Showcases Stippling Art artist

  French self-taught artist David Bayo, based in Strasbourg, has gained recognition for his intricate ink drawings created entirely with a 0.1 technical pen using stippling—a…

• 15 Must-See Solo Gallery Shows Opening in New York This Fall exhibition

  With the arrival of autumn, New York's galleries are presenting solo shows from both renowned and up-and-coming artists. Noteworthy exhibitions include 'Landmarks' by Alix Vernet…

• Gradient House and Studio by Observation Studio in Portland architecture-design

  Observation Studio has completed the Gradient House and Studio, a residential and workspace complex in Portland, Oregon, USA. The project, finished in 2021, transforms a post-war…

• Silo Showrunner Graham Yost Calls Apple TV+ Series His Most Complex Project other

  Graham Yost, the showrunner of the Apple TV+ series Silo, has described the production as the most complicated endeavor of his career. Yost, known for his work on Justified, The…

• Piotr Hanzelewicz's 'Heavy Matter' Deconstructs Currency at FIUTO Art Space exhibition

  Polish artist Piotr Hanzelewicz (b. 1978, Łódź) presents 'Heavy Matter. Anatomia del denaro' at FIUTO Art Space in Ripatransone, Italy, curated by Alex Urso. The exhibition,…

• Armani's Enduring Legacy at the 83rd Venice Film Festival festival-fair

  The 83rd Venice International Film Festival, which runs until September 12, is notable for being the first held without Giorgio Armani, who died during the final days of the 2025…

• New Book 'Scattered Steel' Traces 9/11 Memorial Steel Across America publication

  In the book 'Scattered Steel: The Afterlife of the World Trade Center,' artist Sam Holleran and his brother Max Holleran, a sociologist, delve into the allocation and…

• Sofia Testino Unveils Uniforms for Imaginary Workforce in New Collection artist

  Sofia Testino, the niece of famous photographer Mario Testino and daughter of Giovanni Testino from Art Partner, has launched a new clothing line called 'Sofia Testino Uniforms,'…

• Banco Santander Opens Faro Santander Museum in Spain exhibition

  Set to open on 8 September, the Faro Santander museum will present a collection of 1,000 pieces from Banco Santander, showcasing artists such as Lucas Cranach the Elder,…

• Jay-Z brings three decades of New York swagger to London other

  At London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Jay-Z performed a bombastic show featuring guest appearances from Lauryn Hill, Wyclef, Giggs, and others. The concert showcased his three…

• Tencent Swaps Bilibili Equity for Debt to Fund AI Ambitions economy-finance

  Tencent is reorganizing its investment in Bilibili by transforming equity into debt through a convertible bond arrangement. Analysts suggest this strategy will unlock funds for AI…

• Maisie Williams on Fame, Trauma, and Finding Joy After Game of Thrones artist

  Maisie Williams, best known for her role as Arya Stark in Game of Thrones, opens up about her difficult childhood, the challenges of early fame, and her recent turn toward…

• Hotel Lucile: A Reborn Church in Silver Lake with Divine Restaurant architecture-design

  Hotel Lucile, the sixth establishment of the California-based boutique hotel group Casetta, has emerged from a 1931 church in Silver Lake, Los Angeles. Originally known as Bethany…

• Nicola Peltz Beckham and Brooklyn Return to Spotlight in Venice award

  During the 83rd Venice Film Festival, Nicola Peltz Beckham was honored with the Rising Star award at the Kinéo Awards, an independent event that has been held alongside the…

• Denys Wortman's 'Metropolitan Movies' Cartoons Spotlighted for Labor Day other

  In PRINT Magazine's Daily Heller column, Steven Heller commemorates Labor Day by reflecting on the artistry of cartoonist Denys Wortman, whose 'Metropolitan Movies' comic strip…

• Ciara Announces Fifth Pregnancy with Russell Wilson other

  On September 6, singer Ciara revealed on Instagram that she and her husband, former NFL quarterback Russell Wilson, are expecting their fifth child. Ciara, aged 40, and Wilson,…

• The Last Cavalry Charge: Schönfeld, March 1, 1945 other

  A detailed examination of the final significant cavalry charge in military history, which occurred on March 1, 1945, during the East Pomeranian Offensive. The charge was executed…

• AfD's Historic Win in Saxony-Anhalt: Author Jakob Springfeld's Live Reaction opinion-review

  In the recent Saxony-Anhalt state election, the far-right AfD party achieved a historic result, with 65% of voters in 'poor financial situations' casting their ballots for the…

• Calvin Schnure: Wildlife Photography in Natural Habitats artist

  Calvin Schnure, who is now retired from his role as an economist, has turned his love for birdwatching into a career in wildlife photography. His photography, which includes…

• Berlin Art Week 2026: Caravaggio and De Bruyckere at the Italian Embassy festival-fair

  From September 9 to 13, 2026, the 15th Berlin Art Week will showcase approximately 120 museums, galleries, and collections, primarily located at Kulturforum. Notable attractions…

• Jihlava Municipal Arena: Czech Hedgehog-Inspired Sports Complex Opens architecture-design

  The Jihlava Municipal Arena has been inaugurated in the historic Czech town of Jihlava, crafted by the Brno architectural firm CHYBÍK + KRIŠTOF. This multifunctional sports…

• Landlines Make a Comeback: Nostalgia for 90s Tech other

  A recent article in Maclean's highlights the resurgence of landline telephones, a technology once thought obsolete. The piece describes a modern landline phone with a sleek black…

• Münchner Schlachthof feiert 30 Jahre mit Ottfried Fischer festival-fair

  Am 15. September 2023 feiert die Münchener Kabarettbühne Schlachthof ihr 30-jähriges Bestehen mit einer besonderen Veranstaltung. Moderiert von Michael Altinger und Christian…

• Vincent Seroussi's New Show 'En apparence' Deconstructs Identity and Clichés other

  French comedian Vincent Seroussi is set to premiere his new one-man show, 'En apparence,' which humorously deconstructs societal projections and self-illusions. Seroussi, who grew…

• Petra Heights: World's First High-Rise Supported by Stone Exoskeleton architecture-design

  Architecture firm Groupwork, in collaboration with engineer Webb Yates, has unveiled Petra Heights, located at 317 Finchley Road in north London. This housing project is touted as…

• SoeVe – L'essenza della forma: A Collective Exhibition at Castello Ducale di Corigliano exhibition

  From September 12 to 20, 2026, the Castello Ducale di Corigliano in Corigliano Calabro, Italy, will host a contemporary art collective exhibition titled "SoeVe – L'essenza della…