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Tuesday, June 3, 2025

A businessman confronting the fear of public speaking showcases determination and a commitment to personal growth

Young man achieves his goals in the city

Imagery that evokes anxiety, unease, and angst can effectively capture themes of inner battles, self-doubt, and the struggle to overcome fear

A businessman overcomes the fear of public speaking, reflecting courage and a journey of personal growth

Strong young man climbs mountain in the city with fist in the sky

The hidden force behind our failures

Sometimes, it's not the world around us, but the war within that determines our success or failure

A brown brick building in the United Kingdom with a white fabric banner reading "Get Britain Out, Time to Leave the EU," reflecting the sentiment of the Brexit movemen

Economy & Politics

Brexit and the European Union today

There is plenty Europe can learn from Britain’s exit from the block

An illustration of a couple on a date, enjoying a cozy and intimate moment together

The modern dating lexicon: from “Ick” to red flags

How relationship terms shape compatibility and attraction

A lone figure stands on a surreal landscape beneath an expansive, ethereal sky, perfectly encapsulating the journey from individual awakening and appreciation of life's miracles to profound reflections on human existence amidst global complexities and political clamor

Just another day

Finding serenity in a world of headlines

On the Street

Paul Klee, Sailing Boats, 1927, watercolour on paper mounted on cardboard, 22.8 x 30.2 cm, Zentrum Paul Klee, Bern

Paul Klee: A Colourful Life

The quest for a world beyond reality

A moment from the play "Our Class" at the Cameri Theater in Tel Aviv

A personal documentary movie with a message

Hero H. Dinh, in Corfu, Greece

Interview with Hero H. Dinh, his journey

How to quit corporate and create your dream life by taking risks, reaping rewards

A man at a computer disguised as an anonymous hacker wearing a Guy Fawkes mask.

Science & Technology

Cybercrime and health

Security comes first

Treasures of the Temple

Will the Ark of the Covenant Ever Be Found?

A healing heart at sunset

Ode to a healing heart

An auto-biographical poetic arc of grief

Architecture & Design

Located at Amazon’s Seattle headquarters, the Amazon Spheres are three interconnected glass conservatories designed by NBBJ and Site Workshop to integrate nature into the workplace

Neuroarchitecture: designing spaces that think with us

Neuroscience transforming architecture by revealing spaces' impact on thoughts, feelings, and behavior

A man sits in front of a computer, surrounded by the clean lines and simplicity of a minimalist office space in Berlin, Germany

The evolution of minimalist architecture in urban spaces

Simplicity in design, reshaping our cities

Art

The Peace Park was created Between the 1980s and 1990s. Is a place where brotherhood and peace among peoples is expressed through mosaic installations designed by the most renowned contemporary artists

Jerry Carter and the Park of Peace in Ravenna

A bridge between art, memory, and the cosmos

Photograph of the Italian painter Carol Rama (1918–2015)

A retrospective voyage into the art of Carol Rama

Fear, eroticism, and her enduring friendship with Edoardo Sanguineti

Culture

The intellect of possibilities: a vision beyond constraints

The chance for ethical intellectuality

A note on education, AI, and the future of human autonomy

Faces covered in a dark, glossy substance and partially bound by chains, powerfully evoke the historical and ongoing struggles against enslavement and betrayal

The enduring shadow of betrayal

Examining the historical echoes of "African Blood Betrayers" and their continued impact on the struggle for African unity and independence

Economy & Politics

The Statue of Liberty sinks beneath stormy seas, a stark symbol of a republic drowning in tyranny, decay, and the collapse of its founding ideals

The worst of times: a mad king's reign

Lies, illegality, and the potential unraveling of a nation during the Trump administration

A soldier guards the roadside checkpoint outside Srinagar International Airport (SXR) in Jammu and Kashmir, India

Indians peeved at Trump overstating US role in ceasefire

The US president angered even his fans in India by stepping on New Delhi’s toes

Entertainment

David Keith Lynch was an American filmmaker, visual artist, musician, and actor, widely regarded as one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. Known as a visionary, he earned acclaim for his films, which are celebrated for their surreal and experimental qualities

David Lynch: from painter to cinematic visionary

The human unconscious through its contradictions

Sudanese combatant armed with an G3 rifle during the South Sudan Civil War, 2020

What horror can tell about the life of refugees

The example of Remi Weekes’ 'His House' (2020)

Fashion

PiaLauriCapri’s designs embody elegance, comfort, and cultural respect

Fashion with a soul: PiaLauriCapri’s ethical elegance

Pia Lauri’s vision of sustainable luxury and social responsibility in contemporary ashion

Despite restrictions on certain design elements to conserve valuable materials, wartime "austerity" fashion was far from dull, as evidenced by this vibrant purple, green, and mauve dress designed by Norman Hartnell, which cost 7 clothing coupons

1940s fashion: wartime necessity and modern sustainability

Rationing and the rise of practical fashion

Feature

An aerial view of the city at night reveals a rare silence—its streets darkened by a widespread power outage

Spain unplugged: notes from a powerless day

The day the lights went out

In the shattered landscape of war, a single white flower rises from the rubble of a bombed-out city, defying the smoke and flame that engulf the ruins behind it, as a quiet meditation on resilience and grief

Gaza: simple truths, complex wars

Meditations on devastation, resilience, and the search for meaning amidst the ruins

Food & Wine

A young girl reading the label on a candy package at the supermarket

Teaching kids to outsmart sugar in food labels

Helping kids decode food labels and make healthier choices in a sugar-filled world

A running figure composed entirely of colorful fruits and vegetables symbolizing the vital connection between healthy eating and athletic performance

From Paris 1924 to Paris 2024: Olympic dining through time

A personal narrative through Roland Garros and the evolution of Olympic Village dining

Science & Technology

The edge of artificial intelligence where data is shaping the future of human living

Agentic AI: the invisible co-Pilot transforming our lives

How agentic AI is stepping beyond automation to make decisions, anticipate needs and reshape everyday life

A nutritionist discussing personalized dietary plans with a client, highlighting the role of genetic testing in optimizing health and wellness

The power of genetics in personalized nutrition

How genetict testing can revolutionize diet plans for optimal health and wellness

Sport

Cricket match painted by Elizabeth, Lady Tanfield, featuring the Countess of Derby and other ladies, 1779

The history and evolution of sports

Exploring the history, cultural impact, and growth of sports worldwide

A group of marathon runners approaching the finish line, looking happy and proud to have completed the run

Lessons from my first marathon

Why I hated it …and why I’ll probably do another

Travel

A couple in love relaxes on camping chairs, soaking in the beautiful weather and embracing van life

Van life with toddlers: lessons from the road

A six-month journey through Europe taught us about family, minimalism, and simple living

A vintage pink convertible taxi rolls through a colorful Havana street under the Cuban flag, evoking a vivid portrait of resilience, history, and the everyday life shaped by decades of geopolitical tension and economic isolation

Cuba, the land where time stands still

A country where history meets resilience

Wellness

A person standing in a field of sunflowers, basking in the warmth of the sun, surrounded by nature's beauty

The hidden power of human magnetism

Personal and spiritual magnetism shape connections, influence, and healing

A digitally enhanced image of a human torso reveals the intricate network of bones and nerves in the spine, highlighting the crucial role of the lumbar region in supporting the upper body and emphasizing the internal structures related to lower back

Waking up pain-free: a guide to conquering morning back pain

Understanding the causes, risk factors, and effective strategies to alleviate discomfort and improve spinal health

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Jason Reed

Meryem Chagraoui

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Young Voices

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Lucas Frade

Martha R. Bireda

Martha R. Bireda

Bruno Macia

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Aurelija Zaburaitė, The lineup. Courtesy of Pamėnkalnio Gallery

3 — 8 Jun 2025 at the Pamėnkalnio Gallery in Vilnius, Lithuania

Anselm Reyle, Untitled (detail), 2024. Courtesy of Opera Gallery

Sunrise mission

4 Jun — 3 Jul 2025 at the Opera Gallery in London, United Kingdom

Meret Oppenheim, Das auge der Mona Lisa, (The eye of Mona Lisa), 1967. Courtesy of Hauser & Wirth

Meret Oppenheim's exhibition

4 Jun — 19 Jul 2025 at Hauser & Wirth in Basel, Switzerland

Elif Saydam, Beusselstrasse 17 10553 Alt Moabit, 2022–23. Courtesy of The MIT List Visual Arts Center

List projects 32, Elif Saydam

5 Jun — 31 Aug 2025 at MIT List Visual Arts Center in Cambridge, United States

Margaret Witschl, Go it alone. Courtesy of Bugera Lamb Fine Art

5 — 22 Jun 2025 at Bugera Lamb Fine Art in Edmonton, Canada

Sacre. Courtesy of Staatsoper Unter den Linden

6 — 15 Jun 2025 at the Staatsoper Unter den Linden in Berlin, Germany

Suzanne Duchamp, The wedding, 1924. Courtesy of Kunsthaus Zürich

6 Jun — 7 Sep 2025 at Kunsthaus Zürich in Zurich, Switzerland

Formation, piece in exhibition. Courtesy of the artists and Friedman Benda

6 Jun — 1 Aug 2025 at the Friedman Benda Gallery in New York, United States

Elias Rivera, Chi Chi Castenango, 1993. Courtesy of LewAllen Galleries

Radiance of the anonymous

6 Jun — 5 Jul 2025 at LewAllen Galleries in Santa Fe, United States

Anay Ngawang Chodak, Modern reflections of wisdom and compassion (detail). Courtesy of Kate Oh Gallery

Modern reflections of wisdom and compassion

6 — 15 Jun 2025 at Kate Oh Gallery in New York, United States

57th Street Art Fair, past exhibition, exhibition view. Courtesy of 57th Street Art Fair

The 78th annual 57th Street Art Fair returns

7 — 8 Jun 2025 at the 57th St Art Fair in Chicago, United States

Marcus Coates, Humpback whale, 2016. Courtesy of Sainsbury Centre

7 Jun — 26 Oct 2025 at the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts in Norwich, United Kingdom

Carolina Convers, Ex-seamstress, 2025. Courtesy of Beatriz Esguerra Art

Deliriums on the horizon

7 Jun — 4 Jul 2025 at Beatriz Esguerra Art in Bogotá, Colombia

Camilla d’Errico, Veiled in vivid riddles. Courtesy of Corey Helford Gallery

7 Jun — 12 Jul 2025 at Corey Helford Gallery in Los Angeles, United States

Peca, La siesta time is a butterfly (triptych). Courtesy of Corey Helford Gallery

Allegories and cupcakes

7 Jun — 12 Jul 2025 at Corey Helford Gallery in Los Angeles, United States

Mysterious Nubia, exhibition view. Courtesy of Historical Building of the National Museum

Mysterious Nubia

11 — 29 Jun 2025 at the Museum Complex of the National Museum in Prague, Czech Republic

José María Yturralde, Figura imposible (variaciones, serie Cuadrados), 1973. Courtesy of Museo de Arte Abstracto Español

A line on paper

12 Jun — 12 Oct 2025 at Museo de Arte Abstracto Español in Cuenca, Spain

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