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Monday, April 29, 2024

Friends joyfully making music at home: a heartwarming glimpse into the happy world of teenage camaraderie and musical collaboration

Indulge in a jazz-infused day by the seaside, featuring adult skillfully playing the trumpet amidst the soothing ambiance of the ocean, creating a perfect musical escape

Joyful kids' music band delivers a lively performance in a recording studio, radiating happiness and musical enthusiasm

Experience the exuberance of teenagers crafting music at home—a delightful blend of friendship, happiness, and creative musical expression

Immerse in a jazz-filled day as adult passionately play the trumpet by the seaside, harmonizing musical notes with the serene sounds of the sea

The transformative power of playing musical instruments

Unveiling the cognitive and emotional symphony across wind, string, percussion, and keyboard instruments

Drought and conflict force 800,000 somalis to flee within seven months, Africa

Economy & Politics

Navigating South Africa's migration policies

Analyzing the impact and challenges of migration governance in South Africa

A mobile phone concealed beneath the bedsheets

Economy & Politics

Navigating porn recovery

A transformative journey through three stages

Experience biophilic design at its finest with a stunning view of city apartment buildings nestled amidst lush green vegetation, showcasing the harmonious integration of nature and architecture

Architecture & Design

The silent symphony: sensory design in architecture

Exploring how architecture shapes human emotions through light, color, material, and sound

On the Street

Beyond the horizon © Andrew Ermakov

Highlights of Hainan

A mind blowing island

Lionel Messi lifts the 2022 FIFA World Cup trophy with his Argentina teammates

Lionel Messi’s scores are many and life saving

Argentina wins FIFA World Cup 2022

Differences between a man and a woman’s brain

Science & Technology

The Myth of Gender Differences in Intelligence

We should all have equal opportunities to lead full, rich lives

I care a lot, twisty and deliciously evil

Entertainment round-up

What I have been watching lately

Photo by Andrea Pitti

Interview with Federica Nascimben

The secrets of Italian weddings

The ship. Picture: Meeting the Odyssey

The European Odyssey

A trip that stages the project of European integration

Architecture & Design

British writer James Lee

A chat with author James Lee on 'Topsy & Co.'

Unveiling the life of William Morris in 'Topsy & Co.'

Architect meticulously crafting a blueprint at his office desk, exemplifying precision and dedication in architectural design

Architectural psychology and genius loci

Exploring the silent power of architecture in shaping emotions, behaviors, and health through understanding the spirit of place

Art

A portrait of the Italian painter Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio

Roy Doliner unravels Baroque master's enigma in interview

Diving into Caravaggio's world

Meninas Out of Focus-art by Jacob Vilato

Jacob Vilato: the everyman's artistic messenger

Interview of Pablo Piccasso’s grand nephew

Culture

At the bus station in Durham, North Carolina USA, May 1940, photo by Jack Delano

“Negro” or “negro”

Navigating identity and discrimination in 1960s America

Trying to imitate reality creates self-deception like the one created in by the water in this glass

Simulacrum today

Equalities built on inequality

Economy & Politics

Captivating scene as an individual gracefully holds dollars aloft, embodying the essence of capitalism

Breaking chains: a global call to redefine values

Unmasking the true battle for freedom, justice, and sustainable peace in a world fueled by greed

Destruction of the intended targets and sensitive and vital points drawn in the army drone exercise was carried out by Kaman, Mohajer and Ababil, Arash, Omid and Karar drones using precision weapons and indigenous snipers on the second day of the joint army drone exercise

Middle East crisis: Israel's defense against Iranian attacks

Analyzing the escalating tensions, diplomatic responses, and potential paths to de-escalation

Entertainment

Peter Gabriel performing at the 2011 Skoll Award

Peter Gabriel: a multimedia career

A journey through music and multimedia innovation

A man dressed in Superhero attire holds popcorn in one hand and a black movie production clapper board

Are superhero movies over?

Lessons learned and the road ahead

Fashion

In the vibrant setting of Ghana in 2019, a shuttle skillfully maneuvers through the threads, contributing to the intricate artistry of Kente weaving, this snapshot captures the craftsmanship and tradition embedded in the process, where the shuttle becomes a symbol of the meticulous workmanship that brings the renowned Kente cloth to life

Weaving a tapestry of tradition, identity, and cultural pride

Fashionable glasses with an AI imprint

Revolutionizing fashion with generative AI

A new era in design and customer engagement

Feature

Tricks being displayed at a carnival, representing the social dilemma of pomp and facades

The looking glass

The carnival of rust

A man wearing a hat and carrying a backpack

Hymn is the name of the symphony

From the ashes comes out a man

Food & Wine

Experience a vivid portrayal of medieval life with a historical rendering of a bustling market scene, capturing the vibrant food culture and lively atmosphere of the era

Culinary evolution: from cave dwellers to gourmet delights

Exploring the evolution of food discovery, cooking, and culinary curiosity

Lentils and green beans forming a heart on a white background healthy food concept

Reducetarianism

A new “-ism” for more sustainable living

Science & Technology

Capture a compelling front view of a psychologist guiding a patient through Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy, addressing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders with expertise and compassion

The cognitive features of obsessive-compulsive disorder

A fresh look at how to treat obsessionality

Artificial Intelligence has decreased the requirement of freelancers

AI and the future of freelancers

The changing world is changing everything

Sport

Soccer player kicking ball in foggy weather, football

Guardiola's return to the WM system in modern football

Exploring the rebirth of a classic football tactic and its implications in the modern game

A race track ready for competition

Eliud Kipchoge, the heart of a champion

A tale of breaking limits with discipline and humility

Travel

Exquisite dining experience amidst the elegant dinner set-up at Hotel Capo d’Orso, Sardinia

Delphina Hotel and Resorts

Green hospitality excellence and authentic Sardinian experiences

PM Shri Narindra Modi's "self-reliant" program has given way to Astro-tourism initiatives

Benital & beyond-India’s dark sky tourism takes off

Chandrayan-3 injects fresh motivation for India's Astro-tourism

Wellness

Experience the mesmerizing spectacle of synchronized dancing by women in a pool, blending grace and harmony in captivating movements

Unveiling synchronicity: ancient wisdom to modern science

From taoist philosophy to quantum theory and business strategies, understanding the intricacies of synchronicity in the universe

Bridge, watercolour, 16 x 12cm, Mark Weighton, 2024

Cleanse the lens

Scorpio Full Moon

Explore the Calendar

Worldwide Vienna Krakow Paris Chicago Sidney Kobarid Stuttgart Munich Bern Cambridge Edinburgh Cambridge Montreal Ljubljana Leipzig Los Angeles Lisbon San Francisco Tallinn Madrid Seoul Santiago

Priscilla Robinson, Day and Night (detail), abaca hmp and Awagami Kumogarashi, 14 x 28 inches. Courtesy of the artist and Wally Workman Gallery

Priscilla Robinson. Wondrous world

4 — 26 May 2024 at the Wally Workman Gallery in Austin, United States

Michael Gregorjev Murn, Matthew The Apostle, 2023, Acrylic and colour tape on canvas, 80 cm x 80 cm. Courtesy of the artist and Miart Gallery

Michael Gregorjev Murn. Echoes

10 May — 6 Jun 2024 at Miart Gallery in London, United Kingdom

Suzan Woodruff,
Cracks in the Ice (detail), 2023,
acrylic on cast acrylic,
30x47 in. Courtesy of the artist and Billis Williams Gallery

Suzan Woodruff. From the edge

11 May — 8 Jun 2024 at Billis Williams Gallery in Los Angeles, United States

Anastasia Komar, Xylem (detail), 2023. Acrylic and glass polymer on board, 28 x 22 x 4½ in (71.1 x 55.9 x 11.4 cm). Courtesy of Shulamit Nazarian LA

Anastasia Komar. von Neumann’s dream

6 Jun — 10 Feb 2024 at the Shulamit Nazarian in Los Angeles, United States

Amar Kanwar, The Peacock's Graveyard, 2023. (Video still) Digital video installation, 7 screens, dimensions variable, 28 mins, 16 sec. Courtesy of the artist and Marian Goodman Gallery

Amar Kanwar. The peacock’s graveyard

12 Jun — 20 Feb 2024 at the Marian Goodman Gallery in New York, United States

Tony Cokes, installation view, Dia Bridgehampton, New York, 2023. © Tony Cokes. Photo: Don Stahl. Courtesy of Dia:Bridgehampton

23 Jun — 27 May 2024 at Dia:Bridgehampton in New York, United States

Paul Emile Berthon (1872-1909), Two girls at the printing press (Salon des Arts Liberaux), 1900, colour lithograph on paper. Courtesy of Royal Albert Memorial Museum

Pressing images

30 Jun — 30 Aug 2024 at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum in Exeter, United Kingdom

Maysey Craddock, Cloud Azalea , 2023. Gouache, flashe and thread on found paper, 48 x 62 in. (52 x 66 in. framed). Photography Credit: Phil Maisel. Courtesy of Sarah Sheperd Gallery

Maysey Craddock. A land apart, a world within

2 Nov — 6 Jan 2024 at the Sarah Shepard Gallery in Larkspur, United States

Installation view, Retinal Hysteria, Curated by Robert Storr, 2023. Courtesy of Venus Over Manhattan

Retinal Hysteria

16 Nov — 13 Jan 2024 at Venus Over Manhattan in New York, United States

Installation View, Sintesi , Bonacina. Courtesy of Piero Atchugarry Gallery

3 Dec — 31 Jan 2024 at Piero Atchugarry in Miami, United States

Installation view, Piero Atchugarry gallery: 10 years, 2023. Courtesy of Piero Atchugarry Gallery

Piero Atchugarry gallery: 10 years

3 Dec — 31 Jan 2024 at Piero Atchugarry in Miami, United States

Installation View, Caroline Jackson, In Between, 2023. Courtesy of Micki Meng, BayView

Caroline Jackson. In between

14 Dec — 26 Jan 2024 at Micki Meng in San Francisco, United States

Michael Kenna,
Empire State Building, Study 1, New York, NY, 1978.
Toned Silver Print,
9.375 x 6.25 inches, edition of 45. Courtesy of the artist and Robert Mann Gallery

Michael Kenna. Celebrating fifty years

14 Dec — 2 Feb 2024 at the Robert Mann Gallery in New York, United States

Installation view, Yuri Yuan, A Thousand Ships. Image courtesy of the artist and Make Room, Los Angeles. Photo: Nice Day Photo, Daniel Greer

Yuri Yuan. A thousand ships

16 Dec — 2 Feb 2024 at Make Room Gallery in Los Angeles, United States

Installation View, Kids Without the Internet, 2023. Courtesy of Massey Klein Gallery

Kids without the internet

16 Dec — 3 Feb 2024 at Massey Klein Gallery in New York, United States

Aesthetics of Change. Courtesy of MAK

Aesthetics of Change

15 Dec 2107 — 15 Apr 2018 at the MAK in Vienna, Austria

Liu Yujia,
Mushrooms, 2023 (still),
Single channel 4K film Color, stereo sound 13' 14"
© Liu Yujia.
Courtesy the artist

27 Apr — 29 Jun 2024 at Sprüth Magers in Berlin, Germany

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