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Four New York Cultural Institutions Bring Art to JFK International Airport
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and JFK Millennium Partners (JMP) will collaborate with four New York cultural institutions to bring art into John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 6 at a cost of $4.2 billion. The terminal...

BMW’s Latest Art Car Turns the M1 Into A Rolling Masterpiece
Everything You Should Know About The 1980 BMW M1 IMSA Race CarIf you think Monterey Car Week is only about concours judges and carburetors, BMW is here to add brushstrokes to all the burnouts. For the 50th anniversary of BMW’s Art Car program (and...
‘A risk to society’: The next-gen stars tapping into the dark heart of The Talented Mr Ripley
Save Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Got it Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size For 70 years, the fictional character of Tom Ripley – a misanthropic, morally ambiguous and...

Why it’s absurd to accuse Black Americans of cultural appropriation
Dr. Allison Wiltz, article courtesy of Medium.com According to British media personality Piers Morgan, Beyoncé featured in a Levi’s ad wearing a two-piece jean fit with platinum blonde hair, is a case of cultural appropriation He claimed she was...

Lexington artist gearing up for Woodland Art Fair
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Vendors are all set up at Woodland Park for the 49th annual Woodland Art Fair. It’s one of central Kentucky’s biggest free cultural events. Upwards of 70,000 people are expected to attend throughout the two days. “200 of...

This Is How the Cut Celebrates Culture in Martha’s Vineyard
Photo: Arturo Holmes/Getty Images If you’re still in Martha’s Vineyard at a café in Oak Bluffs or on the beach in Edgartown, we’re jealous. The month of August brings in a multitude of visitors who come to the island off the Massachusetts coast as...

‘The Forgotten MasterPeace,’ art exhibition on display through Sept. 30
Uncutt Art – “Nature’s Gift.” Photo courtesy Anderson Pilgrim Search our comprehensive guide to caribbean events in NYC for more local events — or submit your own! Acclaimed visual artist and creator of the global Protect Yo Heart movement,...

SZA Named Artistic Director in Multi-Year Partnership with Vans
Photo Credit: Vans The collaboration brings together SZA’s visionary approach to music and style with Vans’ emphasis on individuality and community. As Artistic Director, SZA will work closely with Vans to overhaul upcoming campaigns and co-design...

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Launches ‘Healing Arts’ Mental Health Program to Help Residents Cope with ICE Raids
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Chicago’s far-left Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced a “Healing Arts” mental health program to help the local population cope with immigration raids. During an appearance on Chicago’s WCPT 820’s Driving it Home on...

Recognizing richness of African American culture while working toward solutions
HOW TO GO What: The 19th annual Dayton African American Cultural Festival When: Saturday, Aug. 16, noon to 8 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 17, noon to 6 p.m. Where: Island MetroPark, 101 E. Helena St., Dayton The event is free and open to the public....
America’s Best Small Shopping Town Is a Mecca for Indigenous Art, Jewelry, and Pottery
Mary Robnett/Travel + Leisure Traditional adobe buildings in Taos, New Mexico.In northern New Mexico, where the Sangre de Cristo Mountains rise above the desert, the town of Taos unfolds. Many travelers come to visit the Taos Pueblo, a UNESCO...
Diseñador mexicoestadounidense se disculpa por “apropiación cultural” en diseño de sandalias Adidas
El diseñador de ropa mexicoestadounidense Willy Chavarria ofreció disculpas por una sandalia de Adidas que creó, tras ser acusado por las autoridades mexicanas de “apropiación cultural” por imitar un diseño de calzado indígena. El diseño lanzado...

The art of old Masters
Jim Fagan The art of Old Masters like Rembrandt, Vermeer and Frans Hals is just one part of the celebrated content at the Rijksmuseum, the museum of the Netherlands. There’s also medieval art, jewellery, musical instruments, Asian art even an FK23...

Scientists Discover Hidden Immune “Hubs” Fueling Joint Damage in Rheumatoid Arthritis
In the relentless quest to unravel the complexities of autoimmune diseases, a groundbreaking study from Kyoto University has provided pivotal insights into rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a chronic condition afflicting millions worldwide. This...

Does Steven Spielberg’s ‘AI: Artificial Intelligence’ Play Differently Today?
Rewatching Steven Spielberg’s 2001 film AI: Artificial Intelligence, it feels as plausible as ever, but also more misguided. In 2001, AI was barely a thought in everyday life. It was the thing that destroyed the world in Terminator, and still a...

WATCH: Burger Man, Irish Fest and the Art & Chalk Fest – What’s On Tap on TMJ4 News
MILWAUKEE — WTMJ’s Sandy Maxx joined TMJ4 News At Noon on August 14, 2025, with a visit from Burger Man – who is ready for his free George Webb hamburgers thanks to the Milwaukee Brewers 12 game winning streak – and a preview of two annual...

Aug. 16-17: Festival of India, Assyrian food, Burlingame arts, Foster City carnival, Scotts Valley dogs, cars
There’s a jam-packed weekend of Bay Area festivals ahead. Among the highlights: Festival of India: The 33rd annual FOG (Festival of Globe) celebration of Indian culture features entertainment, food, a Saturday dance competition, a two-day fair...
Ten options to experience Kaleidoscope of Culture at Folkfest
Folkfest returns Aug. 15–16 with 10 pavilions at Prairieland. 46th annual Folkfest's theme is “Kaleidoscope of Culture.” SASKATOON — An annual summer event, now in its 46th year, will celebrate culture and community Aug. 15–16. Ten pavilions will...

Press-On Nails Are Actually Tiny, Wearable Art Galleries To These Artists
If looking for maximalism, this trend nails it. Manicures have been a hot topic for as long as anyone can remember, with changing trends like the resurgence of the French tip, red-nail theory, soap nails and more. However, should you not have the...

Giuseppe Verdi's dilapidated villa ‘not as bad as it seems’, claims Italy's culture minister ahead of restoration
Italy’s culture minister has made his first visit to the dilapidated villa where Giuseppe Verdi composed many of his greatest operas, in an effort to demonstrate the government’s commitment to restoring the composer’s long-abandoned residence. In...