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.

Hong Kong Exhibition Celebrates Artistic Talents of People with Disabilities

In Hong Kong’s Wan Chai district, the Morning Relay exhibition features ceramic figurines that stretch the limits of imagination, offering a glimpse into the...

Mundano’s Powerful Mural in São Paulo Uses Ash and Mud to Protest Deforestation

Brazilian street artist Mundano has unveiled a striking new mural in São Paulo, incorporating ash from forest fires and mud from recent floods in...

Hong Kong Ballet’s The Butterfly Lovers Shines with Emotion and Innovation

The Butterfly Lovers, the first full-length ballet co-created by Ricky Hu Songwei, Hong Kong Ballet’s choreographer-in-residence, is a captivating work that successfully merges classical...

Photographer Chronicles the History of Incheon’s Chinatown in New Book

In the 1980s, photographer Kim Bo-sub frequently visited Incheon’s Chinatown in South Korea, drawn to its unique atmosphere and rich Chinese heritage. The area,...

13th Zhengzhou International Shaolin Wushu Festival Showcases Martial Arts Excellence

The 13th Zhengzhou International Shaolin Wushu Festival commenced in Dengfeng, Henan Province, China, bringing together over 2,500 martial arts professionals from around the world...

Rediscovering Kim Lim: The Abstract Sculptor Who Defied Categorization

In the mid-1960s, Singapore-born artist Kim Lim made her mark on British television, speaking confidently about her monumental sculpture Day, which stood alongside works...

“Fragments of Curiosities” Exhibition in Hong Kong Explores Memory Through Art

The "Fragments of Curiosities" exhibition at Hart Haus in Hong Kong's Kennedy Town brings together seven artists who explore the concept of memory through...

Discover China’s Ancient Civilisations Through Rare Artefacts at Hong Kong Palace Museum

A new exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum titled "The Origins of Chinese Civilisation" showcases over 100 rare archaeological treasures, offering a unique...

Dutch Museums Celebrate 150 Years of Impressionism and Showcase Andy Warhol’s “Royal Edition”

In 1874, a group of young artists in Paris revolutionized the art world by showcasing their paintings in defiance of the rigid norms of...

Controversial Artwork by Gaetano Pesce Unveiled in Naples, Sparking Debate

A new 12-meter-tall sculpture by the late Italian designer Gaetano Pesce has sparked conversation and controversy in Naples, Italy. Installed in Piazza del Municipio,...

Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo Faces Leadership Change Weeks Before Event

The executive director of the Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo (HKPAX), Heidi Chu Ching-han, resigned in mid-September, just weeks before the high-profile international event...

The Historical Significance of Silk in Chinese Musical Instruments

Silk, a natural fiber as iconic to China as paper and gunpowder, has long been associated with fine fabrics and clothing. However, its influence...

Microbiologist and Art Restorer Mother-Daughter Duo Use Bacteria to Restore Historic Paintings

In an extraordinary fusion of science and art, Spanish microbiologist Pilar Bosch and her mother, art restorer Pilar Roig, have teamed up to restore...

Restoration of Sicily’s Monreale Cathedral Mosaics to Revive Historic Beauty

The medieval Monreale Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site near Palermo, Sicily, is undergoing a major restoration to revive the golden brilliance of its...

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