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The V&A's exhibition in London showcases the combined glories of Byzantine and Ottoman empires, featuring stunning works of art and architecture from the two cultures that coexisted in Constantinople/Istanbul.
Read article →Artist Simon Denny creates portraits of influential AI engineers and thinkers for New York Magazine's 'Power' issue, using AI-generated images with a VHS aesthetic.
Read article →Pamela Howard, a pioneering stage designer, has passed away at 87, leaving a legacy in British theatre design with her innovative and eclectic approach.
Read article →A rare and large Yoshitomo Nara painting, In the Milky Lake / Thinking One, will be auctioned for up to $15 million, marking a significant opportunity for collectors to acquire a major work by a living contemporary artist.
Read article →Visit the Miniature Landscape Museum in Beek-Ubbergen, Netherlands, to explore ten miniature Dutch landscapes, including polders, hedges, and rivers, and learn about the region's cultural heritage and history.
Read article →Billy Joel's song 'Just the Way You Are' was initially considered too mushy by the artist, but Linda Ronstadt's encouragement led to its inclusion on his album The Stranger, which became a hit and a beloved love song.
Read article →Victoria, Malta's old lanes feature over 50 street shrines, known as niċeċ, built by householders to honor their patron saints and seek protection.
Read article →Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Elizabeth Strout brings her unique perspective on human nature to the Harvard Divinity School, sharing her fascination with ordinary people and the mystery of human behavior.
Read article →Chinese artist Sun Xun's animated feature 'Magic Atlas' selected for Tokyo International Film Festival competition, blending art forms and cultural influences.
Read article →Explore the unique Muurhuizen street in Amersfoort, Netherlands, featuring a mix of architectural styles and historical significance, with some houses dating back to the 16th century.
Read article →Veteran film director Peter Medak dies at 88, leaving behind a legacy of critically acclaimed films, including The Ruling Class, The Changeling, and The Krays.
Read article →Poet Grace Nichols wins £10,000 Royal Society of Literature Pioneer prize for breaking barriers in the literary world as a woman over 60.
Read article →Andrew Scott's Elsinore leads British independent film award nominations with 12 nods, including best British independent film and best lead performance for Scott, who is also tipped for an Oscar.
Read article →A play series captures life in a divided America through the story of a fictional family during US midterm elections.
Read article →The 1976 film adaptation of Stephen King's novel Carrie is still a powerful and heartbreaking story 50 years after its release.
Read article →Collins English dictionary names 'mogging' as word of the year, referring to making someone or something look inferior, beating out entries on AI and climate crisis.
Read article →November 3 in history: The Wizard of Oz first televised, African-American painter Lois Mailou Jones born, and more.
Read article →Bernie Taupin, lyricist behind Elton John's 300m records, talks about his love of anonymity and his unique experience of fame.
Read article →A 1990s indie rock band, Korea Girl, experienced a resurgence in popularity after their song 'Reunion' gained 92 million streams on Spotify, thanks to Gen Z's discovery on TikTok.
Read article →ARTnews and Hublot host a dinner at Kid Super's New York headquarters, featuring a tour of the artist's 10,000-square-foot space with various creative areas.
Read article →Leonora Carrington's 1953 painting 'Fil d'Or' resurfaces at auction after 70 years, with an estimated value of $250,000–$350,000, showcasing her unique technique and Surrealist style.
Read article →Comedian Jason Salmon explains the essence of Generation X in three words: 'I don't care'. He pokes fun at the stereotypes surrounding the generation, highlighting their skepticism and apathy towards the status quo.
Read article →A new book, 'Star Trek: The Original Voyages: A Visual History', celebrates the 60th anniversary of the iconic sci-fi series, tracing its enduring legacy and impact on popular culture.
Read article →A whimsical installation in London's Leadenhall Market features three miniature storefronts, each with its own connection to the market's history and culture, inviting visitors to discover the stories hidden in plain sight.
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