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Spencer Lewis, a RISD and UCLA graduate, presents his solo show “Afterpiece” at Thomas Erben Gallery in New York, running February 20–March 28, 2026. The exhibition blends his East‑Coast origins with Los Angeles‑derived vigor, showcasing thick oil on jute works that echo Twombly, Rauschenberg, and Burri. Lewis’s shaped canvases and “Paper Pulp” series emphasize texture, color depth, and mixed‑media punctures, positioning him as a rising figure in contemporary painting. Recent auction data indicates a 30 percent premium for pieces reflecting his signature mark‑making system.
My husband, who originally helped ME find my way around the weight room 15 years ago, told me he wants to get as jacked as me & asked for help writing him a lifting program and that’s on women in...
Amazon MGM Studios announced that four actors—Fabrizio Guido, Lisa Gilroy, Myra Lucretia Taylor, and Dustin Ybarra—have joined the untitled romantic comedy starring Cameron Diaz and Stephen Merchant. Merchant also directs and co‑writes the film with John Butler, while producers include...
On Day 9 of Grey Fox’s Appalachian Trail thru‑hike, he logged his 102nd mile, leaving roughly 2,102 miles to the southern terminus. A relentless rainstorm forced him to start early despite forecasts predicting showers until mid‑afternoon. Wool base layers proved effective at...
Jonathan Anderson declared that fashion brands can no longer rely on repetition; they must create designs that justify their own existence. This purpose‑driven mantra echoed throughout Paris Fashion Week, where some houses, notably Dior and Saint Laurent, presented clear rationales while...
I still give the book Understanding Deep Learning by Simon J.D. Prince a good recommendation, but chapter 21: Deep learning and Ethics was sloppy. It could have been a chapter to really dig in on case studies, but it was...
Music is more popular than ever as an asset class in private markets, but publicly-traded music companies are near their all-time low stock prices. Quite the paradox.
A UCL‑led study shows that a 12‑week cycling program improves aerobic fitness and amplifies the post‑exercise surge of brain‑derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) in previously inactive adults. Participants underwent VO₂ max testing and cognitive assessments; after training, the BDNF spike following a...
Daniel Battsek, newly appointed head of Film at Lincoln Center, is spearheading the "Rendez‑Vous With French Cinema" showcase to draw younger U.S. audiences to French and other foreign‑language films. The program features contemporary titles from directors like François Ozon, Arnaud...
Early‑riser hype, like the "5 am club", suggests waking at dawn boosts success. Sleep scientists counter that chronotype determines optimal wake times, with only about 20 % of people naturally suited to early mornings. For most, maintaining seven to nine hours of...
All of these can be TRUE at the same time. Which hits home for you the most right now?
Delayed‑onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is a normal response to new or intensified workouts, appearing within hours and peaking 12‑36 hours later. The article outlines four evidence‑based strategies to lessen the discomfort: staying properly hydrated, performing dynamic warm‑ups, incorporating post‑exercise stretching and...
Private worthiness interviews between a child and an untrained church leader are not developmentally appropriate and can create shame, confusion, and distress. When children are asked about sexual behavior or “worthiness,” it teaches them that their value is conditional and that...
The article explains how Mexico’s iconic carnitas rely on a confit‑style cooking method, where pork is simmered in abundant lard to create a tender interior and crisp exterior. Originating in Quiroga, Michoacán, the traditional technique uses salted pork, aromatics, and...
Netflix’s Stranger Things franchise expands with Dark Horse’s new comic anthology, Volume 10: Tales from Hawkins 2, hitting shelves on March 10. The 96‑page hardcover compiles four issues written by Derek Fridolfs and illustrated by Sunando C, Bradley Clayton, Mack Chater, and Vincenzo...
The Royal Collection Trust is opening Queen Elizabeth II’s private apartments at Holyroodhouse Palace in Edinburgh for a limited 100‑day public tour. Running from May 21 to September 10, the small‑group experience lets visitors see the east‑wing rooms where the monarch and Prince...
Matthieu Blazy’s Fall‑Winter 2026‑27 Chanel womenswear show re‑engineered the iconic suit, turning it into shirt jackets, cabans and redingotes in unexpected metallic hues. The collection riffed on Art Deco, flapper, 1950s austerity and 1960s glamour, delivering elongated blazers, low‑waist dresses and...
Career setbacks often feel like failures, but they serve as training data that sharpens pattern recognition and judgment. Over time, repeated exposure to ambiguous situations builds intuition, allowing professionals to anticipate risks and opportunities more quickly. The article argues that...
An international team genetically deleted the ENA1 gene from Saccharomyces boulardii, a common probiotic yeast. In immunosuppressed mice, the ENA1‑deficient strain showed no mortality, raising survival from 30‑40% to 100% compared with wild‑type isolates. The edit also reduced osmotic stress...
Across the United States, historic railcars and cabooses are being transformed into boutique Airbnb rentals, blending vintage rail‑era charm with modern comforts. Listings range from an 1888 Pullman car in Virginia to a 1970 Illinois Central caboose on a Georgia...
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay advises using salmon steaks—not fillets—for oven‑baked salmon. He explains that the cross‑section cut includes the backbone, which keeps the flesh moist and imparts extra flavor. Ramsay’s YouTube guide shows a simple 400 °F, 12‑minute bake with salt,...
The Atlanta Hawks announced a promotional partnership with Magic City, a well‑known Atlanta strip club, sparking controversy among parents and community leaders. Critics argue the deal conflicts with the Hawks' family‑friendly branding and normalizes the objectification of women. The op‑ed...
In January 2026 Nicolai Užnik completed the first ascent of Full Gem, a new V16 (8C+) boulder in Ticino, Switzerland. The line adds a sit‑start to the previously established Forgotten Gem V15, making the problem significantly harder. This ascent marks Užnik’s third confirmed...
The article curates six standout gourmand colognes, ranging from Tom Ford’s vanilla‑rich Vanilla Sex to D.S. & Durga’s pistachio‑forward fragrance. Each perfume is broken down by family, key notes, and available sizes, highlighting how sweet, dessert‑inspired accords can stay sophisticated for a masculine...
Researchers at Virginia Tech discovered that a high‑fat ketogenic diet rapidly normalizes blood glucose in diabetic mice and enhances their response to aerobic exercise. Within a week, the mice’s hyperglycemia resolved, and prolonged feeding remodeled muscle fibers toward a more...
Researchers at King's College London identified genetic markers that determine whether donor microbes persist after fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). By tracking biosynthetic gene clusters in 86 healthy adults over a year, they distinguished stable clusters that remain long‑term from transient...
If you think “RDL” on the way down, you’ll keep the spine and neutral and get more passive stretching of the hip extensors. If you think “Thrust” on the way up, you’ll posteriorly tilt the pelvis and avoid hyper, extending...
Digital watches inspired by the 1970s and 1980s are experiencing a revival, highlighted in T Magazine’s “1 Piece, 10 Budgets” column. The feature showcases three models ranging from $45 to $109: Skechers’ water‑resistant red digital, Casio’s gold‑toned stainless‑steel piece popularized...
What a mistake. Family Dinner wasn’t just a TV show. It was a reminder. That the most important conversations in America aren’t happening on cable news. They’re happening around kitchen tables. I get asked all the time if it’s coming back. I hope...
@bgurley (Partner @benchmark + early investor in Uber) surveyed 1,000 people and 7 out of 10 said they'd restart their career if they could. Not bc they made bad choices but cause they never made the scary ones. @DanielPink calls...
Gavin Turk’s sixth exhibition at Ben Brown Fine Arts, titled The Escapologist, presents a series of oil paintings featuring slightly ajar doors that create a disorienting sense of suspension. The works dialogue with Gerhard Richter’s 1967 Tür series and reference...
There's actually a whole YIMBY book wrestling with this question—it's called Stuck by Yoni Appelbaum and it's fantastic—and the answer is that freedom of movement is a core value of American political life.
Glad to talk w/ Difford & Tilbrook about this very good and unusual @Squeezeofficial record... Squeeze’s Glenn Tilbrook and Chris Difford Go Time-Tripping With ‘Trixies,’ a Terrific New Concept Album They Wrote but Never Recorded in the 1970s https://t.co/drmaJayqBh via...
The Head and the Heart announced a new summer leg for its 15th‑anniversary tour, extending the run from May 31 to August 2 and adding 15 additional dates across the United States and Canada. The band will perform its self‑titled album in...
Bloom – a touching animated short film about depression and what it takes to recover the light of being https://t.co/FgD7NGou4t
How New Longevity Tech Could Help You Reach 100 Daily biometrics, smart scales and AI companions are quietly rewriting the rules of aging. https://t.co/lAmYntfSP5 https://t.co/YYo4tWkgMg
Jeff completed the second day of his Bama‑to‑Baxter thru‑hike, adding 18 miles to bring his total distance to 41 miles. After an early start, he reunited with fellow hiker Scurvy, who helped with a water‑carry and shared trail knowledge. A...
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.”
I would like wardrobe recs - who is doing the most interesting things these days in American made apparel? Very happy to dive into all ideas and recommendations. TY.
French 19‑year‑old Paul Seixas surprised the peloton by finishing runner‑up at this year’s Strade Bianche, prompting a wave of media hype. UAE Team Emirates, fresh off Tadej Pogačar’s dominance, confirmed they are monitoring the young rider and would like to add...
Balenciaga's most recent runway leaned heavily on coats, especially near‑identical black jackets, while offering few traditional gowns. The collection showcased a stark, minimalist aesthetic that prioritized structured outerwear over flowing dresses. Critics noted the repetitive nature of the jackets and...
Jessica Huras, a Toronto‑based parent, reviews the city’s top family‑friendly hotels, highlighting amenities that cater to both children and adults. The piece profiles eight properties—from Four Seasons and Hotel X to Westin Harbour Castle—detailing kid‑centric features such as supervised play centres,...
SpaceX lifted off a Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral on March 9, 2026, deploying EchoStar‑25, a direct‑to‑home television satellite for Dish Network. The booster, B1085, completed its 14th flight and landed on the drone ship A Shortfall of Gravitas, marking the vessel’s 146th...
Teyana Taylor is set to launch her first sneaker collaboration with Nike’s Air Jordan line, the Air Jordan 3 SP “Concrete Rose,” slated for March 14, 2026 on SNKRS and select retailers. The shoe features a multi‑tone colorway of fir, fire red,...
Argentine artist Tomás Saraceno, together with 11 Indigenous communities, is building El Santuario del Agua, a monumental salt‑based art complex in the lithium‑rich Salinas Grandes salt flats. The five semicircular structures, inspired by traditional apachetas, will be completed by October and function as a water...
Behavioral economics promised that nudging individuals could solve major societal problems. In *It’s on You*, Nick Chater and George Loewenstein argue that nudges rarely work and serve as a distraction from needed systemic reforms. They claim elites use behavioral science...
So many great filmmakers out there: Mia Hansen-Løve, Marielle Heller, Mira Nair, Gurinder Chadha, Coralie Fargeat, Rose Glass, Julia Ducournau, Nora Fingscheidt, Nia DaCosta, Niki Caro, Sarah Polley, Alice Rohrwacher, Céline Sciamma, Jennifer Kent, Kelly Reichardt, and on & on.
Short films have surged in popularity as a concise medium that delivers powerful storytelling within minutes, compelling creators to master brevity and visual narrative. Iconic works like *Paperman* and *Stutterer* demonstrate how minimal dialogue can evoke deep emotions and spark...
Canadian indie alt‑pop artist Maddy Little releases the single “Quicksand,” a quietly devastating reflection on self‑doubt and a relationship slipping away. The track marks the sonic foundation for her upcoming EP and showcases a newly defined artistic identity. Little says...
Strange Plants released the new single “Lay Your Mind” on March 9, 2026, the first track from a series of songs slated for release throughout the year. The song channels new‑wave and post‑punk influences from Simple Minds, The Cure, and The Cars while delivering a...
