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• Arlo House: Prismatic Concrete Residence in Creixell architecture-design

  Architects Luis Royon Barea and Andreu Arévalo Llàcer have completed the Arlo House, a 310 m² residence in Creixell, Spain, in 2025. The house features a prismatic geometry with a…

• METANOIA Residencias Artísticas Opens Call for Artists in San Miguel de Allende other

  METANOIA Residencias Artísticas has launched its first open call, inviting six national and international artists to participate in a production residency in San Miguel de…

• V&A's 3,000-Year Shoe Collection: From Earthenware to Gravity-Defying Designs exhibition

  The Victoria & Albert Museum in London houses a shoe collection of over 2,000 pairs spanning 3,000 years, showcasing human inventiveness in footwear. Highlights include…

• Controversy Erupts Over Alleged Fake Fabergé Egg in Hermitage Exhibition cultural-heritage

  Between 1885 and 1917, the Fabergé Imperial Easter Eggs were crafted for the Russian royal family, starting with a commission from Emperor Alexander III for his spouse, Maria…

• Delhi Slum Residents' Heat Diaries Submitted as Evidence in Court other

  In Delhi, India, one of the hottest places on Earth, 40 households in a slum have been maintaining heat diaries to document how they survive the summer. These records have now…

• Leah Dixon's 'Tartan Tartana' Reimagines the Wheel's Inventor at Spiritvessel exhibition

  Leah Dixon's solo exhibition 'Tartan Tartana' is on view at Spiritvessel in Espinavessa, Girona, Spain, from June 6 to September 12, 2026. Curated by Sira Pizà, the show centers…

• Yayoi Kusama, Pioneer of Polka Dots and Infinity Rooms, Dies at 97 artist

  Yayoi Kusama, the celebrated Japanese artist, passed away earlier this month at 97. A pivotal figure of the 1960s Pop Art scene in New York, she gained recognition in 1966 as the…

• Quakenbrück's Empty Pool: A Childhood Ode to Lost Communal Bathing other

  Timo Feldhaus's recent essay for Der Freitag reflects on Quakenbrück's empty outdoor pool in Lower Saxony, which features three basins, a five-meter diving tower, and a beach…

• Miss Piggy's Evolution: A 50-Year Reflection of Women's Changing Roles opinion-review

  As The Muppet Show marks its 50th anniversary, an exploration of Miss Piggy highlights her character's development in tandem with evolving societal expectations for women.…

• Dolly Parton's Songwriting Legacy Analyzed in Three Defining Tracks other

  Dolly Parton, the legendary singer-songwriter in country music, passed away at the age of 80 following a short struggle with cancer, as confirmed by her publicist. Celebrated for…

• 39 US Banking Groups Form BankChain Alliance to Build Stablecoin Blockchain digital

  On Tuesday, it was revealed that 39 banking associations from the U.S. have united to create the BankChain Alliance, aiming for a blockchain network launch by 2027. This coalition…

• Nvidia Ships First H200 Chips to China Under New US Licensing Scheme ai-technology

  Nvidia has announced the initial delivery of H200 data-centre processors to China, marking the end of a prolonged ban under a new US licensing framework. Nonetheless, these sales…

• Beneath Jeoji Oreum House by a root architecture architecture-design

  The Beneath Jeoji Oreum House, designed by the architecture firm a root architecture, is a residential project completed in 2024 on Jeju Island, South Korea. The house, with an…

• Recap: The Shards Episode 6 'Homecoming Part One' other

  The sixth episode of the HBO series 'The Shards', titled 'Homecoming Part One', has been released, marking the midpoint of the season. The episode features a new victim of the…

• JAS Reflects on ZDF Scandal Performance: 'I Felt Sorry for the People at ZDF' artist

  In early August 2026, singer Jasper Rissen, known professionally as JAS, caused a stir during a performance on the German public broadcaster ZDF's morning magazine show. Contrary…

• Nolan, i classici e Troia che brucia: un'analisi critica opinion-review

  In un pezzo pubblicato su doppiozero il 27 agosto 2026, Andrea Rodighiero e Anita Romanello esaminano il legame tra il regista Christopher Nolan e i classici, con particolare…

• The Orange: A Migrant Plant with Persian Roots other

  The orange tree, scientifically known as Citrus aurantium and belonging to the Rutaceae family, is the most widely cultivated citrus fruit in the world. Its name in Italian,…

• Alberto Ravasio's Second Novel 'Lo scrittore come mantenuto' Reviewed publication

  Four years after his debut novel 'La vita sessuale di Guglielmo Sputacchiera' (Quodlibet, 1922), which received largely positive reception, Alberto Ravasio returns with his second…

• Tim Curry, Star of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show', Dies at 80 other

  Tim Curry, renowned for portraying Dr. Frank-N-Furter in 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show', passed away at the age of 80 on August 25 at his residence in Toluca Lake, Los Angeles,…

• Charles Gaines: Ciphering African Acacias and Supreme Court Decisions at Hauser & Wirth Zürich exhibition

  Charles Gaines presents 'Ciphering African Acacias and Supreme Court Decisions' at Hauser & Wirth Zürich, an exhibition that continues his exploration of systems-based art.…

• Renovation of Guangnan Gospel Hall by TouchGrass Architecture architecture-design

  TouchGrass Architecture, led by Zishi Li, has completed the renovation of the Guangnan Gospel Hall, a historic timber church in Guangxi, China. Constructed in 1930 and consecrated…

• Chinese Immersive Theater: From Spectacle to Understanding other

  China's immersive theater productions have grown increasingly large and spectacular, following the success of 'Sleep No More'. The next challenge for this genre is to transform…

• Colombia's New President Proposes Prison Ships for Dangerous Criminals other

  Colombia's newly inaugurated hard-right government, led by President Abelardo de la Espriella, is considering a controversial proposal to house highly dangerous criminals on…

• Seven Mexico Projects Shortlisted for World Architecture Festival 2026 architecture-design

  The World Architecture Festival (WAF) has unveiled its shortlist for 2026, featuring 416 projects selected from over 630 entries. This diverse collection includes various…

• Sorogoyen's 'El ser querido': Bardem and Luengo in a Brutal Family Drama other

  Rodrigo Sorogoyen's latest film, 'El ser querido', premieres in 2026, a Spanish-French co-production running 135 minutes. The film stars Javier Bardem as Esteban Martínez, a…

• Egon Schiele's 'The Embrace': A Study of Inner Conflict Through Erotic Form artist

  Austrian painter Egon Schiele (1890–1918), a key figure of Viennese Secessionism and Expressionism, is celebrated for his intense depictions of human emotion. His 1917 painting…

• BLEACH Festival 2026 Announces Spring Program at HOTA with 290+ Artists festival-fair

  The 2026 edition of the BLEACH Festival will take place at HOTA on the Gold Coast from October 1 to 11. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, this festival has transformed into a…

• Ricoh Announces Development of GR IVx with New 40mm Lens other

  Ricoh has officially announced the development of the GR IVx, a new variant of its GR IV compact camera. The GR IVx will feature the same 25.7-megapixel sensor as the GR IV but…

• Gillian McAllister Discusses Writing Career, Chronic Illness, and New Paperback other

  Bestselling author Gillian McAllister, known for novels like Wrong Place Wrong Time and That Night, recently spoke with Caroline Reilly for Forbes about her journey from lawyer to…

• Yugen Matcha Packaging Design by Oun Deth architecture-design

  Designer Oun Deth has created a minimalist packaging design and visual identity for Yugen Matcha, a ceremonial-grade matcha brand. The design emphasizes serene spatial…

• Ediciones asimétricas publishes 'Lo intangible en la arquitectura' by Agostino Bossi and Paolo Cecere publication

  Ediciones asimétricas has released a new publication titled 'Lo intangible en la arquitectura' (The Intangible in Architecture), featuring texts by Agostino Bossi and Paolo…

• Mercedes-Maybach: The Art of the Good Life other

  Maybach, a division of Mercedes-Benz, is elevating the concept of luxury through unique designs and limited production runs. In 2023, the brand introduced the Mercedes-Maybach GLS…

• Art Wolfe Discusses 'Acts of Faith' on Beyond the Lens Podcast publication

  Photographer Art Wolfe joined Richard Bernabe on the Beyond the Lens podcast (Episode 122) to discuss his new book, 'Acts of Faith: The Beauty of Belief'. The conversation covered…

• Dolly Parton's Stylist Steve Summers Reveals the Secrets Behind Her Iconic Looks other

  Steve Summers, Dolly Parton's longtime stylist and creative director for over 30 years, discusses the singer's unique fashion approach in a Vogue interview. Summers highlights…

• Interior Design Trends Shift Toward Humor and Friction architecture-design

  A recent article in Architectural Digest observes a notable shift in interior design aesthetics, moving away from algorithmically-driven, homogenized spaces toward more personal,…

• Josh Silver's 10 Influential Books: From Dickens to Orwell publication

  Josh Silver, a British novelist known for his debut work 'Fruit Fly', which delves into the dynamics between a wealthy writer and a young, gay sex worker struggling with…

• Por que é tão difícil aceitar um novo suporte? opinion-review

  A curadora da exposição imersiva 'O Brasil de Tarsila', no Nubank Arte Lab, defende o formato imersivo contra o preconceito do circuito acadêmico e curatorial. Ela argumenta que o…

• Dolly Parton: The Outlaw Christian Who Loved Jesus and Refused to Hate other

  Dolly Parton, the iconic country music star, is remembered as an 'outlaw Christian' in a recent tribute, highlighting her unique blend of deep religious faith and radical…

• Robert Goldman: Five Decades of Painting, Discipline, and the Courage to Keep Going artist

  Renowned painter Robert Goldman recently reflected on his extensive career in the art world during a podcast interview. With over 50 years in the field, Goldman highlighted the…

• Val Vigezzo: The Valley of Painters and Its Enduring Legacy cultural-heritage

  The 'Valley of Painters,' or Val Vigezzo, is an artistic hub in northern Piedmont with a legacy that traces back to the 17th century. The region's art scene flourished when local…