Art

Hong Kong’s New Tattoo Wave: Artists Reimagining Chinese Culture

A new generation of tattoo artists in Hong Kong is breathing fresh life into traditional Chinese culture, moving away from historical associations with Western sailors and the criminal underworld....

Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Launches $64 Billion Bid for Universal Music Group

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management has made a $64.3 billion bid to acquire Universal Music Group, aiming to move its listing to New York and address perceived stock underperformance.

Strait of Hormuz Tensions Escalate: Iran Closes Key Waterway Amid Attacks and US Blockade

Tensions surge as Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz following attacks on ships and a US blockade. Explore the latest developments, diplomatic efforts, and global impact.

Trump Administration Accelerates Psychedelic Research for PTSD, Sparking Hope and Controversy

President Trump signs executive order to accelerate research into ibogaine and other psychedelics for PTSD treatment, sparking debate and hope.

US-Peru Tensions Flare: F-16 Deal Postponed Amidst Concerns Over Chinese Port Investment

US-Peru relations strained as F-16 deal is postponed, sparking US backlash and renewed focus on China's strategic port investment in Chancay.

Natee Utarit’s “Déjà vu” Exhibition Explores East-West Power Dynamics

Thai artist Natee Utarit’s exhibition “Déjà vu: When the Sun Rises in the West” at The Private Museum in Singapore confronts viewers with an...

Mark Rothko’s “Untitled (Yellow and Blue)” Sells for $32.5M at Sotheby’s Hong Kong

Mark Rothko’s painting Untitled (Yellow and Blue) was sold at Sotheby’s Hong Kong for HK$252.5 million (US$32.5 million) on November 11, 2024. This sale marked a...

Italian Police Uncover Major European Art Forgery Network Targeting Banksy, Picasso, and Warhol

Italian police have unveiled an extensive pan-European forgery network involved in creating and selling fake artworks attributed to major names in modern and contemporary...

Vatican Unveils AI-Enhanced Virtual Tours for St. Peter’s Basilica Ahead of 2025 Jubilee

The Vatican has launched an innovative series of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enhanced services for St. Peter’s Basilica, opening virtual access to its breathtaking Renaissance art...

New Hong Kong Exhibition Explores Untold Stories of Chinese Migrants in New Zealand

A new digital installation at Tai Kwun in Hong Kong’s Central district titled DigiRadiance: Gold_Lead_Wood_Coal brings to life the often-overlooked experiences of Chinese migrants...

Dakar Biennale Explores Slavery’s Legacy Through Contemporary Art

The 2024 Dakar Biennale of Contemporary African Art, known as Dak’Art, opened with a vivid display of colour and creativity in Senegal’s capital, contrasting...

Art Collaboration Kyoto Fuses Modern Art with Historic Venues

At this year’s Art Collaboration Kyoto (ACK), held from October 31 to November 3 at the Kyoto International Conference Centre, visitors were greeted by...

Rare Typescript of “The Little Prince” with Saint-Exupéry’s Edits on Sale for $1.25 Million

A rare typescript of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s beloved novella The Little Prince, featuring the author’s handwritten corrections, is set to go on sale for...

Traditional Chinese Wedding Rituals: Hair-Combing, Leaving Home, and Entering Groom’s Home

Chinese weddings are rich in cultural traditions, with several symbolic rituals meant to bring good fortune to the newlyweds. Among these are the hair-combing...

Jodi Picoult’s Nineteen Minutes Tops PEN America’s Most-Banned Books List

Jodi Picoult’s novel Nineteen Minutes, once lauded as essential reading for young adults, now leads PEN America’s list of the most-banned books in U.S....

Japan’s Shelf-Sharing Bookstores Revitalize Community and Culture

In Japan, a new kind of bookstore is bringing back the joy of discovering unique reads by allowing anyone to rent a shelf to...

Lily Li Li-li: Celebrating the Martial Arts Icon of 1970s Shaw Brothers Cinema

Among the great martial arts actresses of the 1970s, Lily Li Li-li stands out as a Shaw Brothers icon who captivated audiences with her...

Boy George Launches “Fame” Art Collection Celebrating Icons of Music and Stardom

British singer-songwriter Boy George is stepping into the art world with "Fame," a vibrant collection of portraits that explore the relationship between celebrities and...

Kosovo Artist Turns Bras into Bags to Support Breast Cancer Awareness with “Shliroj Cicat”

Under Pristina’s October sun, women gather at a stall, each bringing a unique item to donate: a bra. These bras, part of a breast...

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