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Saturday, April 20, 2024

8m women's strike movement in China champions democracy

In the United States, citizens eagerly line up for voter registration, showcasing civic engagement and democratic participation

Empower your message: a woman wielding a megaphone symbolizes the advocacy for human rights

Women's strike movement in China advocating for democracy

In the United States, individuals gather to register for voting, demonstrating civic involvement and commitment to democratic processes

Economy & Politics

Redefining democracy: Western liberalism vs. China's model

Examining political systems, human rights, and global influence in a changing world order

Vue du Pont de Westminster du Côte du Nord de Londres“ (London, Westminster Bridge); Copperplate print, colorized, printed by B. F. Leizelt, Augsburg, 2nd half of 18th century

The fable of the bees: Mandeville's critique

Exploring Mandeville's critique of morality, self-love, and societal constructs in 18th-century London

Winter blues in a city

Navigating the depths of seasonal depression

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

On the Street

Photo by Djordje Bukvic. Dresses: Jovana Petkovic, Antonio Riva and Amina Hasanbegovic. Styling: Jovana Petkovic, famous Serbian designer that is already representing her new collection through this editorial and on Serbia Fashion Week. Accessories: NUELIS, FCKNG LION and Metro Shoes. Make up: Dina Randjelovic. Hair: Stevan Radivojevic. Location: Hyatt Regency Hotel, Belgrade. Photographer Assistant: Bojan Kolundzija. Decorations: Bloom Design Studio

Ivana Bataković, profession.. top model!

One of the most recognisable faces in the Balkans

Raed Yassin, Noon (No.8), archival inkjet print, 101 cm x 105 cm, 2010 - 2011, Courtesy Kalfayan Galleries, Athens

Raed Yassin. Postponed Noon

A conversation with the Lebanese artist Raed Yassin and curator Amanda Abi Khalil

Houetteville Castle now, ph. Fabien Bellat

Architecture & Design

Henri Jacquelin (1872-1940)

The Last French Neo-Gothic Castles

Mobile addiction

Science & Technology

Telephones and T-Shirts

Is global disorder caused by modern technology?

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

Chebakia. Moroccan flavours are widely known all over the world and recognized among the best cuisines in the world, its cuisine is also renowned for its sweets

Moroccan pastry

More than just sweets but a symbol of tradition and culture

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

Small human figure reading it in the light hitting the huge book

Philosophy for future wellbeing

Addressing existential issues in the Youth's World Parliament

A mother earnestly engages in conversation with her teenage son, seeking to connect and communicate with understanding

Subconscious communication as a threshold to our reality

How to use language free of violence and conditioning?

Economy & Politics

Court footage from the movie Argentina 1985, Ricardo Darín, Peter Lanzani

Argentina 1985: triumph amidst dictatorship's shadows

Exploring the legal battle against military atrocities and the fight for accountability in Argentina's history

A crowd of young voters showing that they performed their democratic duty

Making voters better at voting

Training wheels for citizenship re-visited

Entertainment

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

Hollywood sign in Los Angeles, CA, Verenigde Staten, the USA

The future of Hollywood

A surge in demand for actors

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

A man wearing a hat and carrying a backpack

Hymn is the name of the symphony

From the ashes comes out a man

Stephen Mackey, Pipistrelle, 2014, oil on panel

A haibun-esque piece

Food & Wine

Enhance your culinary creations with a captivating display of Mejhool dates in a bowl

Mejhool dates: unveiling origin, spread, and controversies

Exploring the global spread and controversies surrounding the coveted Mejhool date variety

A culinary maestro meticulously assembles a vibrant vegetable dish, arranging the colorful medley with precision on a rustic tree slab, transforming the act of preparation into an artful display of culinary craftsmanship

Exploring borders in flavor: interview with Chef Enzo Neri

How international flavors, cultural fusion, and AI transform the modern restaurant scene

Science & Technology

Young couple addicted to their phone screens

The erosion of society as we know it

Modern technology trends

Captivating image of a satellite in the vastness of outer space, symbolizing cutting-edge technology and exploration beyond our Earthly confines

Space threats: urgent calls for effective arms control

Navigating the complex landscape of military satellites, anti-satellite weapons

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

Confluence of Pin and Spiti rivers, accessible from Kaza or Kibber @ Shrishtee Bajpai

Warmth in a cold desert

The Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh

Lamu Island in Kenya offers a captivating blend of Swahili heritage and pristine natural beauty, ideal for immersive cultural experiences and tranquil escapes

Exploring Lamu coast: Kenya's cultural & natural gem

Unveiling the UNESCO heritage, Swahili traditions, and Pristine beauty of east Africa's hidden treasure

Wellness

Even in restroom settings, individuals exhibit an unwavering attachment to their phones, as these devices accompany them even to toilets and urinals

Cultivating digital wellness

Navigating the digital world mindfully for a holistic experience

A user using social media

Can social media cause social anxiety?

The isolation and loneliness behind likes, comments, and shares

Explore the Calendar

Worldwide Kobarid Tallinn Seoul Philadelphia Washington Ottawa Edinburgh Lucca Bloomington Leipzig Chicago Oshkosh Cambridge Munich Cambridge Montreal Zurich Warsaw Berlin Bern Hamburg Ljubljana

Olaf Heine, Anno & Chris (detail), Kihei, Maui, 2023. Courtesy of the artist and Camera Work Gallery

Olaf Heine. Hawai‘i

20 Apr — 1 Jun 2024 at the Camera Work in Berlin, Germany

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

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

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