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Indonesia will re‑enter the Venice Biennale for its 61st edition in 2026, ending a six‑year absence since the 2019 "Lost Verses" pavilion. Curated by art critic Aminudin TH Siregar, the show – titled "Printing the Unprinted" – will juxtapose historic books, lithographs and other archival prints with works by fourteen emerging Indonesian artists yet to be announced. Culture Minister Fadli Zon framed the participation as a platform to showcase the nation’s artistic talent and cultural depth. The pavilion will be hosted at the Scuola Internazionale di Grafica from May 9 to November 22.
Danish‑Algerian producer Yasmina Derradj, under the alias Zoumer, has dropped her sophomore album e.a.l. (euro arab lovergirl) on the Big Oil label. The record expands on her debut Green World by weaving electro‑pop, alt‑pop, and North African percussion into a...
In this episode the hosts explore why consistent practice outweighs occasional results, using examples from medicine, law, sports, and media. They argue that practice is both a verb (the act of trying) and a noun (the cultivated art), and that...
The article argues that true work happens in the quiet, repetitive act of practice rather than in the pursuit of a final outcome. It contrasts cinematic, breakthrough‑focused narratives with the steady rhythm of showing up, trying again, and making small...
The National Park Service released a draft update to the Buffalo National River visitor management plan, the first revision since 1983. The proposal calls for roughly 320 new parking spaces, realignment of roads and trails, and moving campsites out of...
Taos Ski Valley unveiled its Winter 2027 season passes, introducing six tiered options at the lowest prices of the year. For the first time, Pass Assurance is included for free on all passes bought during the Spring Pass Sale, allowing refunds...
Australian startup Mekura is debuting an online marketplace on March 14 that aggregates over twenty independent Vietnamese fashion designers, offering more than 120 apparel pieces to Australian shoppers. The curated platform showcases women’s and men’s collections, ranging from dresses and...
A panel at the London Book Fair highlighted the gender gap in nonfiction publishing, citing that women account for only 26.5 % of newspaper reviews, 33.3 % of major nonfiction prize wins, and earn 36 % less than male peers. Despite overall nonfiction...
Princess Cruises unveiled its 2028 World Cruise aboard the 2,000‑guest Coral Princess, a 115‑day, 36,000‑nautical‑mile itinerary that touches 49 ports in 24 countries across five continents. The voyage features a maiden call to Mossel Bay, South Africa, and includes 39...
Balaji Motion Pictures unveiled a new poster for the upcoming horror‑comedy *Bhooth Bangla*, starring Akshay Kumar hanging upside down in a spooky forest. The film’s teaser is scheduled for release on March 12, building momentum toward its theatrical debut on...
Recent research suggests that a simple daily habit—applying moisturiser—may help slow age‑related cognitive decline. The study followed 200 adults over 65 for three years, comparing a group that moisturised their forearms and lower legs twice daily with a control group...
Vivid Sydney 2026 will run from 22 May to 13 June, delivering a 23‑day festival that blends light, music, food and new artistic disciplines. More than 80 percent of the program, including the 6.5‑kilometre Vivid Light Walk, remains free to the public. Brett Sheehy...
London has risen to fourth place in Time Out’s Best Cities 2026 ranking, moving up from its 2025 position. The poll combined insights from 24,000 respondents across 150 cities with expert input from Time Out’s global network. London earned near‑perfect...
Veteran director Ram Gopal Varma predicts that the upcoming action sequel *Dhurandhar: The Revenge* could earn between ₹1,500 crore and ₹2,000 crore worldwide, a figure he says would challenge the current dominance of South Indian films in the pan‑India market. The film, starring...
French Exit, a four‑piece alternative rock outfit, released their fifth single “Waited a While,” praised for its bold guitars, silky bass and cinematic production. The track was produced by Roger Andrew Humphrey, known for the Twin Peaks sound, marking their...
In this special Across the Horizon episode, host Bob Holmes spotlights the lineup for the festival’s Big Ears showcase, featuring conversations with key artists such as pedal‑steel pioneer Chuck Johnson, virtuoso guitarist Hayden Pettigrew, Nashville steel player Luke Schneider, and...
Full Set, an independent book publisher, has teamed with Fuller, a global newsroom focused on women and gender‑diverse voices, to release a series of long‑form journalism essays in ebook, audiobook and paperback formats. The pilot launches in Spring 2026 with three...
Marks & Spencer’s women’s wear spring/summer 26 line leans heavily on bomber jackets and straight‑leg denim, with barrel‑leg jeans still the top seller. The retailer reports growth among under‑35 and under‑55 shoppers while maintaining dominance with customers over 55. A new mid‑month...
Swedish childrenswear label PO.P marks its 50th anniversary with a limited‑edition collection that revisits the brand’s iconic 1976 pieces. The line, released in March 2026, features reimagined blue, red and white designs and new label details reflecting multiple wears. PO.P...
The Grimsel Hospiz, first recorded in 1142, is Switzerland’s oldest mountain inn perched at 2,000 m in the UNESCO‑listed Jungfrau‑Aletsch region. The hotel has been fully modernised, drawing power and waste‑heat from the nearby Kraftwerke Oberhasli hydroelectric plant, and offers 28...
Swedish precision‑fermentation startup Melt&Marble has obtained regulatory clearance to commercialise its animal‑free “designer fats.” The MeltyMarble fat received US Generally Recognized as Safe status, while its Marble7 lipid earned an INCI name for worldwide personal‑care use. Backed by an $8.5 million...
In this episode, Daniel Levine interviews Richard Freed, CEO of Rheumagen, about the pivotal role of HLA genes in autoimmune diseases and the company’s innovative gene‑editing approach to cure them. Freed explains how a single amino‑acid change at a conserved...
In this episode, host Thomas interviews author and marketer Laurie Christine about why many reader magnets fail and how to make them work. Laurie explains common mistakes such as using a first‑draft short story or not promoting the magnet, and...
Douglas Haynes’s new book *Teaching Toward Slow Hope* argues that the prevailing transactional model of higher education undermines student agency and well‑being. Drawing on place‑based learning experiments at regional colleges, the book showcases how community, collaboration and a slower, reflective...
Shimano's XTR 9220 hydraulic disc brakes debut with a redesigned lever body, low‑viscosity mineral oil, and refined reach and free‑stroke adjustments. Priced at $670 for the pair, the brakes weigh 294 g front and deliver a consistent bite point while reducing...
Trickstuff’s Maxima brake system, priced from €1,300, offers a CNC‑finished, ultra‑smooth lever feel and a highly progressive power curve, but its small pistons and lack of bite‑point adjustment limit raw stopping power. The brakes require proprietary Bionol oil and a...
The article presents twelve fresh coastal living‑room ideas that avoid clichéd nautical décor, emphasizing calm, effortless style through soft blues, whites, and natural textures. It highlights specific interventions such as driftwood curtain rods, tongue‑and‑groove paneling, white shutters, striped or sea‑print...
Los Angeles‑based indie outfit The Pretty Flowers is set to release their new album Never Felt Bitter on March 27 through Forge Again Records. The campaign kicks off with the power‑pop single “To Be So Cool,” which mixes early‑2000s nostalgia...
Hong Kong shoegaze band Lucid Express dropped their sophomore LP, Instant Comfort, on February 20 via Kanine Records. The album’s standout track “Setback” channels 1990s dreamy fuzz with lush vocals, creating a blend of frantic noise and comforting melody. Accompanied...
The Altra Experience Wild 3+ Trail Runner is positioned as a versatile, light‑trail shoe that blends protection, stability, and moderate cushioning. It features a 4 mm heel‑to‑toe drop, Vibram Megagrip outsole, and Altra’s signature roomy toe box, targeting both men and...
Arundhati Roy’s screenplay for the cult play “In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones” is being issued in a revised edition. The new version incorporates previously unpublished scenes and updates the text for contemporary readers. The release is aimed at...
Sony Pictures' comedic remake of Anaconda topped the Digital Entertainment Group's weekly digital sales and rentals chart for the week ending March 1, according to GfK Entertainment data. The film rose five spots to claim the No. 1 position, displacing Disney's Zootopia 2,...
Swedish indie pop duo Club 8 has dropped their latest single, “Travel Back In Time,” on Bandcamp. The track blends the breezy charm of 1960s French pop with the atmospheric textures of early‑2010s dream pop, creating a hopeful yet melancholic...
Indian representation at the 2026 Oscars includes filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir’s double nominations and actress Priyanka Chopra’s role as a presenter. Gandbhir is nominated in both Best Documentary Short for “The Devil Is Busy” and Best Documentary Feature for “The Perfect Neighbor,” tackling...
Austin‑based darkwave duo Past Model, twin brothers Kevin and Kyle Garcia, have released the official music video for their single “Memory.” The track, featured on their 2023 EP *In Light*, blends 80s‑era synth textures with haunting vocals. Directed and edited...
Philadelphia indie musician Dylan James has released his second single, “Arcana,” a track that fuses airy dream‑pop textures with a hard‑hitting 90s shoegaze climax. The song showcases his evolving production skills, balancing ethereal verses with a throat‑grabbing chorus that feels...
Octola II, the new ultra‑lodge in Finnish Lapland, remains hidden behind an invite‑only policy that requires applications and background checks. The property sits on 800 private hectares of forest and offers five bespoke bedrooms, a glass‑igloo suite, and a master suite...
Antony Beevor’s new biography, *Rasputin: And the Downfall of the Romanovs*, separates the Siberian mystic’s legend from fact, showing his real influence was largely symbolic. Rasputin’s charisma won Empress Alexandra’s trust, especially after allegedly easing her son Alexei’s haemophilia crises, which...
Tanya Tagaq’s new album *Saputjiji* erupts as a sonic assault on colonialism, war, and the climate crisis, merging her Inuk throat‑singing roots with industrial noise and post‑rock textures. The record features confrontational tracks like “Fuck War” and collaborations with punk...
In this episode, host Nick Vershaw talks with acclaimed journalist Tom Junod about his memoir In the Days of My Youth I Was Told What It Means to Be a Man, which delves into the enigmatic life of Junod’s father,...
Publisher Lynn Gaspard reflects on Saqi Books' 40‑year legacy as Middle East conflict escalates. She argues that independent presses preserve nuanced narratives that mainstream headlines erase, turning cookbooks, memoirs, and scholarship into lasting testimony. While commercial returns are modest, the...
South Korean soprano Sumi Jo commemorates four decades since her 1986 stage debut with the "Mad for Love" concert at London’s Cadogan Hall. The program spans baroque works, opera arias and Korean art songs, featuring young baritone Edward Nelson as...
Hot take: moms should be able to make an income with their creative work without burnout and with rhythms for work-life balance—all from home with their kids.
Tiffany Crum’s debut, *This Story Might Save Your Life*, landed with Flatiron Books in March 2026, entering a market eager for genre‑blending narratives. Drawing on her film background, Crum delivers cinematic pacing around a podcast‑centric premise that feels instantly contemporary....
𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗸𝘀. 𝗜𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. Manami Ito, a violinist and nurse, lost her arm years ago. Instead of leaving music behind, she learned to play again using a 𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗿𝗺. She turned a difficult moment...
Sterilization and contraception increase lifespan across vertebrates "... the hormonal drive to reproduce constrains adult survival across vertebrates, regardless of the environment in which an animal resides." https://t.co/gO0UflzgbW
The Harlem Renaissance sprang from the Great Migration and World War I labor shifts, turning Harlem into a cultural epicenter for Black artists, writers, and musicians. Intellectuals like Alain Locke promoted the New Negro ethos, encouraging pride and self‑determination. Jazz...
This is a far better tweet about the work. Note no claim of "all molecules". This may be pedantic, but words have meaning and if the difference between a quantum leap in virtual cell vs incremental progress rests on words...
Codon bias coevolves with longevity "Our finding is in harmony with the notion that one of the most important hallmarks of aging is loss of proteostasis, manifested in the accumulation of abnormal, misfolded proteins." https://t.co/6P7dB4KQXA
We tested the Shelfy 2 for 2 weeks to find out if this fridge purifier actually keeps food fresher—and whether it's worth the $129 price tag. https://t.co/WjlfUJHgar https://t.co/Sr4zAoS0hO
