Studiolo, a one-day art pop-up in London, highlights ephemeral collaborations. Ben Elwes Fine Art rediscovers Swedish artist GAN, showcasing his Cubist works. Classic Art London fills the void of London Art Week.
Takashi Murakami's 'Japonisme' exhibition explores cultural borrowing, copying European artists influenced by Japan (Monet, Van Gogh), and questions of cultural appropriation through Hiroshige's art.
Gavin Newsom's evolving stance against Trump, from conciliatory podcasting to #Resistance memes, mirrors a broader Democratic struggle. Newsom's resistance and Trump's reactions create political tension.
Kunsthalle Bern, under Iliana Fokianaki, confronts its Eurocentric past. Exhibitions by Mahama, Edwards & Mekondjo explore themes of colonialism, racial industrialism, and global perspectives.
Debate intensifies over Murujuga rock art's UNESCO World Heritage listing amidst gas plant expansion concerns. Pollution & political influence claims surface, sparking controversy over preservation.
Interviews with Rachel Jones about her Dulwich Picture Gallery show, insights on the Liverpool Biennial, and discussion about the Tate's current exhibition. Also featuring the UK Aids Memorial Quilt.
UK's culture sector faces real-term funding cuts impacting museums, arts programs & British Council. Concerns rise over future of arts education and international cultural connections. Cuts affect daily operations, capital projects and global network.
"The Life of Chuck" unfolds backward, intertwining an apocalyptic event with Chuck's terminal illness. A teacher, Marty, navigates global catastrophes. Clues connect Marty and Chuck through various characters.
Martha Wells's Murderbot series explores AI, identity, and indifference through a SecUnit's darkly comic perspective. The TV adaptation and Wells's influences from sci-fi literature are discussed.
UK's largest education union backs a boycott of the Science Museum over BP & Adani Green Power sponsorships, citing ethical concerns and links to weapons manufacturing and climate change. Educators protest 'greenwashing'.
Peru reverses a controversial decision to shrink the historical park containing the famous Nazca Lines, protecting the ancient geoglyphs from potential mining threats and ensuring its UNESCO World Heritage status.
"Videoheaven" explores video stores' impact on film culture, home viewing, and the shift to streaming. It examines social aspects, movie depictions, and loss of communal cinematic experiences.
