Art

Thieves Steal Four Antonello da Messina Works from Sicilian Museum

Thieves stole four Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina from a Sicilian museum overnight without triggering alarms, prompting a professional-heist

Xi Jinping Urges China, US Youth to Advance Bilateral Cooperation

President Xi Jinping told students from 10 US universities he hopes young people will advance China-US cooperation in a reply to their letter.

China Tests Star-Based Navigation for Its 2030 Jupiter Mission

Chinese researchers tested stellar aberration navigation aboard the Tianhui-7 satellite in January, fixing its position to within 5km ahead of a 2030 Jupit

Hong Kong Cuts Subsidised Physiotherapy Places by a Third for 2027-28

Hong Kong's Education Bureau cut subsidised physiotherapy places by about a third for 2027-28 as graduates face a tightening job market

China Sets 2030 Target for Public Cultural Services in 15th Five-Year Plan

China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism issued a 15th Five-Year Plan for public cultural services, setting 2030 targets and 18 key engineering projects.

Shanghai Museum’s Ancient Egyptian Exhibition Welcomes Cats for Unique “Meow Night”

This summer, the Shanghai Museum has drawn large crowds with its captivating exhibition of ancient Egyptian relics, featuring cat statues and other feline imagery....

Exploring Chinese Funeral Traditions and Rituals Honoring the Deceased

Belief in the afterlife and rituals to honor the deceased are practices deeply rooted in human culture, with each society developing its own ways...

Rediscovering Pacita Abad: A Trailblazing Fabric Artist’s Legacy

Pacita Abad, a late Filipino artist, is finally receiving the recognition she deserves for her pioneering work in fabric art. Relocating to San Francisco...

Tirion Law: Hong Kong-Born Dancer Shines as National Ballet of Canada’s Newest Principal

On June 9, 2024, Tirion Law, a Hong Kong-born ballet dancer, was unexpectedly promoted to principal dancer at the National Ballet of Canada after...

Notting Hill Carnival: A Celebration of Unity Amidst Racial Tensions

In 1959, Trinidadian activist Claudia Jones organized a Caribbean carnival at St Pancras Town Hall in London, planting the seeds for what would eventually...

Photographer Sam Wong’s Solo Exhibition Captures Hong Kong’s Entertainment Golden Age

During the golden age of Hong Kong’s entertainment industry, when Cantopop and Cantonese films flourished, photographer Sam Wong captured it all. Known for his...

Petr Davydtchenko’s Extreme Art Residency: A Unique Blend of Survival and Creativity

Russian artist Petr Davydtchenko is renowned for pushing boundaries in the art world. His most extreme piece, "Go and Stop Progress" (2016-2019), saw him...

South African Opera: A Unique Blend of Tradition and Transformation

South African opera has carved out a unique niche in the global cultural landscape, evolving dramatically since the end of apartheid. Over the past...

The Evolution of Dream Interpretation from Ancient China to Modern Psychoanalysis

Throughout history, people have sought to understand the meaning of their dreams. In China, systems for interpreting omens and prognostications date back to 2000...

Taylor Swift’s Career Celebrated in V&A Museum Exhibition

Outfits, musical instruments, and other personal items from U.S. musician Taylor Swift are now on display at London's V&A Museum in a special summer...

Musée Rodin’s First International Branch to Open in Shanghai

This September, the renowned Musée Rodin in Paris will open its first international branch in China. The Centre d’Art Rodin, a private museum authorized...

Johnny Depp’s Tarot-Inspired Art Collection Pays Tribute to Vanessa Paradis

Actor Johnny Depp has drawn inspiration from tarot iconography for his latest art collection, which includes a tribute to his former partner, French actor...

Brazilian Artist Swaps British Museum Coin to Highlight Controversial Holdings

A Brazilian conceptual artist, Ilê Sartuzi, has executed a provocative act by swapping a historic British coin for a fake in the British Museum....

“Apologies” by James T. Hong: A Deep Dive into Political Contrition

On December 7, 1970, German chancellor Willy Brandt fell to his knees at the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes in Warsaw, Poland, a gesture...

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