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3 hours ago

Forge your very own masterpiece at Drunken Smithy

The Drunken Smithy in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, offers immersive blacksmithing classes where patrons create personalized swords, axes, and more.
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fromwww.npr.org
13 hours ago

Teen heartthrobs named Bobby were everywhere in the '60s which was fine by me

Bobby singers dominated the music charts in the 1950s and 1960s with several hits and fanfare.
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16 hours ago

How to get out of a love-hate relationship with your phone

Smartphones significantly pull attention, even when silent or not actively used.
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fromwww.npr.org
10 hours ago

The laughs land in 'The Naked Gun' reboot, but fall flat in 'Freakier Friday'

Mainstream comedies are increasingly rare in theaters as studios focus on blockbusters and horror films.
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fromwww.npr.org
15 hours ago

In Josh Brolin's new film, 'Weapons', 17 school children vanish

In the film "Weapons," 17 elementary school children vanish.
A teacher is blamed.
Parents are mystified.
NPR's A Martinez talks with actor Josh Brolin about playing the father of one of the missing kids.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
14 hours ago

andy goldsworthy brings fifty years of land art indoors for his largest-ever show in edinburgh

Andy Goldsworthy's exhibition at the Royal Scottish Academy transforms the space into an immersive landscape of natural materials and artistic expression.
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fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
7 hours ago

'Abstract art is universal': Nanette Carter on her new career survey at the Wexner Center for the Arts

Carter's elegant, off-kilter forms articulate the alienating experience of life in the thick of political turmoil, drawing on references as disparate as jazz and Russian Constructivism.
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fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
14 hours ago

'A more complex picture': Singapore marks 60th anniversary of independence from British rule with slew of cultural offerings

"We reduced the exhibition footprint given over to British colonial imagery related to coastal and topographical surveys, which was part of the first iteration of the permanent gallery."
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
23 hours ago

At Bush Barn, a Black Archive of art redefines American history * Oregon ArtsWatch

Nikesha Breeze's installation Black Archive immerses viewers in the emotional weight of African American history through powerful art and striking visual contrasts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

Casually jaw-dropping': at an Edinburgh fringe of tricks and treats, Ben Hart has the magic touch

"Magic is addictive. The more you see, the higher the bar rises, but the itch to be astounded is never scratched."
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

What's the definitive piece of Y2K pop culture?

The most definitive piece of Y2K pop culture encapsulates teen culture, viral memes, and iconic media from the late 1990s to early 2000s.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Dean Cain from 'Superman' TV series to become an 'honorary' ICE officer

Dean Cain plans to join U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and will be sworn in as an honorary ICE Officer.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

It started with friends at home. Now Dungeons & Dragons is in its stadium era.

Dungeons & Dragons has evolved from a niche game into a mainstream spectator event, attracting millions online and selling out venues like Madison Square Garden.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago

Affordable things to do in Berkeley any day of the week

Yallah Arts Festival offers an array of music and dance from North Africa and Southwest Asia with workshops, concerts, and screenings.
Lee ShinJa's first North American survey showcases five decades of her fiber art using salvaged materials.
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fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago

'It's a time to be brave:' New Bay Area theater productions get political

The play "Prisontown" addresses critical issues like the prison industrial complex and immigration challenges.
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fromMedievalists.net
1 day ago

Paws on Parchment: New Exhibition Highlights Cats in Medieval Manuscripts - Medievalists.net

Cats held significant roles in the Middle Ages, serving as companions and protectors of books and textiles.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

It's never too late to find a good relationship. Here's proof.

Divorce rates are rising among individuals over 50, despite a general decline.
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2 days ago

'Together' is grossand interesting

Every couple goes through certain rites of passage.
You date, maybe you move in together, maybe you get married.
And maybe a visit to a mysterious cave makes your bodies start to fuse together.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

It's 2025, the year we decided we need a widespread slur for robots

Clanker has become a viral derogatory term for robots stemming from its origin in the Star Wars universe.
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fromColossal
2 days ago

Laser-Cut Steel Forms Radiate Ornate Patterns in Anila Quayyum Agha's Immersive Installations

Anila Quayyum Agha creates large-scale installations that utilize the power of light and shadow to transform a room. Her works take a simple cube as a starting point.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

He said, she said, it said: I used ChatGPT as a couple's counselor. How did we fare?

A significant portion of Generation Z utilizes AI for dating advice, finding it objective and helpful in navigating relationship challenges.
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3 days ago

Akiva Schaffer on 'The Naked Gun' reboot , The Lonely Island and more

Akiva Schaffer believes that nobody is better to direct and write a movie like The Naked Gun than himself, given his experience with brilliant, dumb humor.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Big Freedia takes bounce music to church on new album, 'Pressing Onward'

Big Freedia's new album, Pressing Onward, combines gospel music with bounce elements and aims to be inclusive for all listeners.
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Art Exhibit w/ Futuristic Landscapes: 20+ Prints by Kuriyagawa (SF)

Kenichi Kuriyagawa's silkscreen prints showcase a timeless modern aesthetic influenced by nature and embodying a unique artistic expression.
fromColossal
1 week ago

An Ornate Stenciled Rug by Mateo Complements a Cultural Center's Communal Rooftop in Dakar

Mateo's rooftop installation at TRAMES celebrates Senegalese culture through motifs and the ethos of teraanga, emphasizing generosity and community connection.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 days ago

botanical sculptures by mona sugata grow from untreated cotton fabric and slow gestures

Mona Sugata's intricate sculptures are made from cotton fabric, thread, glue, and pigment, materials that hold traces of fragility, heat, and breath.
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fromThe Walrus
1 week ago

We Can Still Make Works of Deep Value at a Time of Shallow Resources | The Walrus

Even legacy institutions are adjusting, scrambling to do more with less, often while trying to preserve a sense of mission that can't be measured in clicks or conversion rates.
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fromArtforum
1 week ago

Robert Wilson (1941-2025)

Robert Wilson, a pioneering theater artist known for his innovative techniques, died on July 31 at the age of eighty-three.
fromJuxtapoz
4 days ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Alexis Ralaivao: Eloge de l'ombre (In Praise of Shadows)

Alexis Ralaivao's exhibition features new black and white paintings focused on composition, light, and dramatic shadows.
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

The best American food of 2025

Brittany highlights summer favorites, recommending fried green tomatoes and peanut butter egg rolls as perfect seasonal dishes that embody comfort and cultural significance.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Whatever happened to memorable movie soundtracks?

Whatever happened to movie soundtracks?
They used to generate hit after hit for pop radio.
Now, they're few and far between.
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fromColossal
1 week ago

August 2025 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

Monthly opportunities for artists include open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies.
fromItsnicethat
4 days ago

Discover Antwan Horfee's collection of Japanese playing cards

Antwan Horfee channels his curiosity into artistic pursuits through collection, focusing on personal affection rather than value or condition.
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fromItsnicethat
4 days ago

Kayla Dantz's woven photographs hold up a mirror to the "fragmented nature of memory"

Kayla Dantz's artistic approach merges photography and weaving to evoke memory through family history and emotional connections.
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

Finding modern horror in ancient Greek tragedy - Harvard Gazette

In "Ecstasy," Ivy Pochoda's new feminist retelling, Dionysus is an international DJ with a cult following in the Electronic Dance Music, or EDM, and rave scene.
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fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

'Horrific' Relationships: Alison Brie and Dave Franco explore codependency in their movie

The movie 'Together' reflects on the complexities of a long-term relationship tested by emotional baggage and external circumstances.
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Production manager killed in workplace accident at Mass. performance center

A workplace accident at Jacob's Pillow resulted in the death of production manager Kat Sirico.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Give 'The Hunting Wives' 15 minutes and you'll know whether it's right for you

The Hunting Wives is an erotic thriller focused on a murder mystery involving Sophie and her interaction with Margo and a close-knit circle.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

How do you find a good restaurant these days?

Michelin stars influence restaurant choices, but spending on dining out is decreasing despite rising menu prices.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trophy Boys review gripping and entertaining play tackles urgent issues

Australian plays are gaining international acclaim with multiple notable productions in recent times.
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1 week ago

In "Oh, Hi," Logan Lerman and Molly Gordon find the humor in misery

Isaac and Iris's relationship transforms from bliss to chaos due to conflicting feelings about commitment.
fromChicago Sun-Times
1 week ago

Samoan culture shared, celebrated during live art collaboration at the Field Museum

Live art collaboration at the Field Museum shared Samoan cultural practice across generations.
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fromMission Local
1 week ago

Want to tour the SFO Museum? Just email, and you'll get one-on-one treatment.

SFO Museum curates engaging exhibitions for travelers, offering moments of respite amidst the airport's hustle.
fromsilive
1 week ago

Father/daughter art exhibit opens on Staten Island

A father/daughter art exhibit features the watercolor paintings of Augie Napoli and his daughter Donna Napoli-Steele.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Finding Friel in Donegal: 'It is the first time actors from different ethnicities have been asked to speak his words in a professional production'

Cupped in the hands of the Bluestack Mountains, the heritage town of Glenties in south west Donegal is about to take a starring role in one of this island's most ambitious ever theatre projects.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

The new 'Fantastic Four' starts Marvel's next phase off on the right (gigantic) foot

Superhero films aiming for groundedness fail, while embracing suspension of disbelief leads to compelling escapism.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps offers vibrant visuals and a drag-free plot that enhances the superhero experience.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Why the world needs a pop-punk Superman

James Gunn's Superman provides moral clarity and humor through character relationships and cultural references.
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2 weeks ago

'Resurrection' brings 'Dexter' back to life and Michael C. Hall is better than ever

Dexter Morgan was taught to kill bad people after witnessing his mother's murder, emphasizing the show's complex antihero narrative.
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2 weeks ago

'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' heralds good things for the MCU's future

The Fantastic Four: First Steps features a vibrant retro-future setting and emphasizes family dynamics in a classic superhero narrative.
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2 weeks ago

Singer Cleo Laine, who boasted a four-octave range, has died at 97

Cleo Laine, a versatile vocalist celebrated across jazz, pop, and classical, has died at age 97, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable performances.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Ozzy Osbourne influenced many aspects of pop culture especially fashion

Osbourne's fashion in the 1970s was characterized by his unique looks, standing out even when following era trends, like his sparkly platform boots.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

How to ruin your life in 2 minutes or less

A viral Coldplay concert kiss cam incident revealed the couple’s identities and turned their lives upside-down, illustrating the perils of public and private surveillance.
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fromJuxtapoz
2 weeks ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Heidrun Rathgeb "I Watch the Mountains Changing Colour" @ Sea View, Los Angeles

Rathgeb combines daily life inspirations with egg tempera techniques to create intimate, luminous paintings that prioritize lived experiences over visual representation.
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2 weeks ago

'The Fantastic Four: First Steps,' a rom-com turned sideways and more in theaters

The Fantastic Four: First Steps celebrates retro heroism with sincerity and humor while setting the stage for a cosmic showdown against Galactus.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Artist Amy Sherald has canceled her upcoming show at the Smithsonian

Amy Sherald is canceling her upcoming show at the National Portrait Gallery due to a dispute over the presentation of her painting, Trans Forming Liberty, 2024.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

I didn't know I needed the new Billy Joel documentary

Billy Joel's personal struggles significantly influenced his music and career, as seen in the new HBO documentary.
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2 weeks ago

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71

Hulk Hogan, a legendary professional wrestler, has died at 71 from cardiac arrest.
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fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

The Van Gogh from Lagos: John Madu DW 07/24/2025

John Madu combines Van Gogh's motifs with West African culture in his artworks.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Oakland arts community celebrates two big funding wins after budget disappointments

Oakland city announces emergency funding and plans to restore cultural affairs manager position after budget cuts.
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