In an era where “_ease and convenience presents an unprecedented demand in our daily lives”, it is no wonder that San Bruno, California, holds home to an innovative breakthrough in food service – Hangry Planet. On the front run of revolutionizing the food delivery industry, this inventive startup embraces the latest tech to deliver chef-curated,…
As construction gears up in Šeduva, Lithuania, a distinctive museum is taking shape – the ‘Lost Shtetl Jewish Museum,’ designed to memorialize the rich yet tragic history of Lithuanian Jews. The project, which engrosses 1.3 acres of land, includes a museum, memorial park, and research center and is erected in the form of a clustered…
In the throes of our technological era, the activity of practicing alone, known as ‘single person’ or ‘offhand practice’, has grown exponentially, sparking a global trend driven by the need for self-paced learning and the desire for personal growth. This development has been facilitated by an increasing number of online platforms and mobile apps designed…
In the picturesque city of Grenoble, France, a provocative new piece of street art faces its residence—’Homo plisskën, a polemical mural by street artist Goin. Reflective of the artist’s hitherto confrontational aesthetic, the mural has sparked controversy and debates on its messaging, context, and relevance. Installed on a local Grenoble school, the mural commandeers viewers’…
Berlin, one of the world’s preeminent destinations for contemporary art, is currently hosting the sensational exhibition of American artist William N. Copley’s “X-Rated (1972–1974)” series at Galerie Max Hetzler, bridging the aesthetic space between surrealism and pop art. Copley, also known as CPLY, was an iconic figure in post-World War II American art, rising to…
In an audacious move intended to explore human emotions, famed Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan has launched a confession hotline inviting individuals to anonymously confess their sins. The hotline is available around the clock where people are encouraged to use it as a platform to share their contrition after acts they regret. Cattelan, famous for his…
In a notable development for the international art world, hedge fund billionaire Ken Griffin’s record-breaking Jean-Michel Basquiat painting, which he acquired for a stunning $110.5 million in 2017, will be put on display for public viewing this Summer in Miami. Painted by Basquiat in 1982, the artwork titled “Untitled” quickly became the talk of the…
Renowned Polish artist and photographer, Weronika Gęsicka, has turned the tables on encyclopedias’ credibility in a thought-provoking experiment that has stirred up an intriguing online discourse, further highlighting the deceptive era of misinformation. Gęsicka, known for her visually interrogative work on memory and its mechanisms, has again struck a chord with her project dubbed ‘Appendix,…
Encapsulating personality in a static object can be a challenge but Japanese artist Misato Sano does so with finesse. The artist, famed for her riveting masterpieces, has been gripping the art community with her charming wooden dogs that are expertly carved and brimming with life-like personality. Working from Niagara Studio in Niigata, Japan, Sano crafts…
Minnesota is on the brink of out-and-out banning the use of artificial intelligence (AI) nudification applications, in a move that has generated both acclaim and controversy. This development follows the rising concern over the misuse of deepfake technology, as these AI nudification apps are accused of putting individuals’ privacy and respect at risk. These types…