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Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Schönbrunn Palace, the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers, Vienna, Austria

Celine, played by Julie Delpy, mimics talking on the phone

Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy, leading cast of the film

Schönbrunn Palace is still used for important events and ceremonies, Vienna, Austria

Ethan Hawke as Jesse, an American traveler in Vienna

Indie movies of the past

A look into Richard Linklater’s opening scene in 1995’s ''Before Sunrise''

A crisis management leader monitors data to guide decision making in the sports industry

Economy & Politics

Navigating crisis with effective management

From scandals to pandemics, turning crisis into opportunities

Dapper Dan, the visionary Harlem designer, revolutionized fashion by blending high-end luxury with street style, empowering marginalized communities and leaving an indelible mark on hip-hop culture

Dapper Dan: revolutionizing high fashion and empowerment

How Harlem's iconic fashion pioneer redefined style, challenged corporate hegemony, and gave voice to marginalized communities

A young girl wears a protective mask as she stands before a backdrop of industrial pollution—symbolizing the next generation bearing the burden of today's climate inaction

Economy & Politics

Trump's debt to the world

The president talks Europe into paying more for defense. Shouldn't he pay more for climate change?

On the Street

Clownfish reside in warm marine water such as the Pacific oceans

Science & Technology

The spectre of ocean acidification

How a minor disruption in nature's ecosystems proves to be catastrophic

Yayoi Kusama, The spirits of the pumpkins descended into heavens (2015) Installation view at Museum MACAN © Yayoi Kusama

The Past is a Foreign Country

The very tangibility of art

A clenched fist of a person wearing a leather wristwatch, symbolizing domestic violence, fear, and trauma

Is domestic violence increasing day by day?

The causes, consequences, and the path to safety and recovery

Thakurnagar, an ideal place for meditation & wellness

The spiritual capital of the Matuas

Moly, my dog, at the beach

Our last goodbye

My farewell to Moly

Statue of Adam Smith, widely considered to be the father of economics and capitalism, in front of St. Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile in Old Town Edinburgh, Scotland

Resentment in Western thought: Nietzsche to neoliberalism

Exploring the ethical and sociopolitical dimensions of resentment and its impact on modern society

Architecture & Design

A cow stands calmly in front of a flock of pigeons in Ajmer, Rajasthan, India

Bespoke architecture styles in Indian boutique hotels

How regional styles and natural materials shape boutique stays across India

Futuristic green architecture seamlessly merges with nature in the heart of a bustling city, illuminated by the soft glow of sunrise

The future of tactical urbanism

Innovation with sustainability in long-term urban development

Art

Conflagration, acrylic on canvas, 150 x 120 cm, Mark Weighton, 2025

Unbroken: a life in art, a world in crisis

Capricorn Full Moon

Pregnant sculpture of Alison Lapper Marc Quinn

Young British artists: shock, spectacle, and the sublime

How the YBAs transformed art through confrontations with mortality and identity

Culture

A reenactment of the Daranshi Cave massacre on Jeju Island, depicting the tragic events of the 1948 incident, South Korea

Han Kang and the memory of the Jeju massacre

Han Kang turns historical trauma into a quiet meditation on grief and memory

A symbolic encounter between human consciousness and artificial intelligence, representing the need for balanced integration to ensure a harmonious, evolving future

The future of humanity in the age of AI

An analysis based on the universal scientific Princonser method

Economy & Politics

The corporate management strategy incorporates the branding concept as a solution

Top 10 affiliate marketing programs for 2024

Boost your income with these profitable partnerships

A warzone in Ukraine, featuring a military track with soldiers inside, shrouded in dramatic smoky light and sparkles of glare from the transport, reflecting the intensity of the battlefield

Governing the present and the future in times of polycrisis

Assessing the appropriateness of the reason of state in complex times

Entertainment

A film crew sets up for a scene, highlighting the behind-the-scenes effort required to bring a compelling story to life in a struggling film industry

Strengthening Pakistan's film industry

Why creativity and infrastructure are essential for growth

A scene from Empire drama series cast — with actors Terrence Howard, Taraji Henson, Jussie Smollett, Trai Byers and Bryshere Gray

“Empire”and the illusion of forever

How Saturn’s cosmic journey and tv drama Empire reveal the slow collapse and rebirth

Fashion

The subtle art of Jacquemus' 2025 lookbook

A study in proportion, texture, and introspection in contemporary menswear

Geometric Pre-Hispanic pattern

The enduring influence of pre-Columbian fashion

How Mayan, Incan, and Aztec textile traditions shape modern Latin American style and global fashion trends

Feature

Woman (‘Sien’) seated near the stove - Vincent van Gogh

We’re not in a good place—we’re in different places

A quiet unraveling, a plea to be seen, and the brave decision to choose peace over pretending

Delphi by Edward Lear features the Phaedriades

7 cities, 7 sages, and one Apollo: god of order and light

A sacred center for wisdom, culture, and science in Delphi’s timeless light

Food & Wine

An obese boy holding cutlery, ready to eat

The hidden danger on our plates

How ultra-processed foods fuel childhood obesity

A champagne glass filled with a refreshing mimosa, accompanied by a vibrant brunch table set with delicious cocktails and food

The bottomless brunch

A social ritual in Northern England

Science & Technology

Representation of the human DNA strand intertwined with food elements

How your diet shapes your genes and health

Science of gene expression, personalized nutrition, and the power of food to influence wellness

A sleek Waymo robotaxi cruises through San Francisco, symbolizing the city’s leap into an autonomous driving future

Driverless cars in San Francisco

A firsthand look at the rise of autonomous vehicles in the Golden City

Sport

From Rosario to the world stage, Messi’s journey is one of passion, persistence, and profound impact © Illustration by Paola Bilancieri

Lionel Messi: a magician and humanitarian

The unseen depths of a football legend's brilliance and compassion

A man being scanned by a digital health app to track his health and progress

The future of fitness

Functional strength, mobility, and community

Travel

The Colorado Street Bridge glows at dusk, a timeless Pasadena landmark linking history, architecture, and California charm

Pasadena, California makes for an Old Hollywood escape

Enjoy this Los Angeles County jewel like an Old Hollywood starlet

The serene and understated elegance of Nobis Hotel, housed in a 1903 neoclassical building, offers a quiet retreat in the heart of Copenhagen

Quiet luxury and timeless calm

Discovering serenity and understated elegance in the heart of a historic city

Wellness

Calligraphy, a story told in ink, sprawled gracefully across the table

You are not your life story

How past narratives shape our choices, our behavior, and ultimately our lives

A hiker in Mount Everest reached its goal of arriving to the mountain top with effort and determination in Nepal

Success lessons from M.R Kopmeyer and Robert Kiyosaki

Strategies on turning goals into reality through mindset, habits and financial literacy

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Mary Carlson, Summer garden, exhibition view. Courtesy of Kerry Schuss Gallery

9 — 25 Jul 2025 at Kerry Schuss Gallery in New York, United States

Jackie Saccoccio, Interrupted grid (C64) (detail), 2007. Courtesy of Van Doren Waxter Gallery

Summer group exhibition

9 Jul — 28 Aug 2025 at Van Doren Waxter in New York, United States

Todd Weaver, Malibu evening surf, 2020. Courtesy of Fahey/Klein Gallery

10 Jul — 6 Sep 2025 at the Fahey/Klein Gallery in Los Angeles, United States

Alex Katz, White lotus 2, 2023. Courtesy of Gray Gallery

11 Jul — 20 Sep 2025 at Gray Gallery in Chicago, United States

Various artists, VHS dreams, the art of Ghana’s mobile cinema (detail). Courtesy of Beyond the Streets Gallery

VHS dreams, the art of Ghana’s mobile cinema

11 Jul — 23 Aug 2025 at Beyond The Streets in Los Angeles, United States

Susan Goethel Campbell, Aegean narrative no. 3, 2025. Courtesy of David Klein Gallery

11 Jul — 23 Aug 2025 at David Klein Gallery in Detroit, United States

Coulter Fussell, Side by side, exhibition view. Courtesy of March Gallery

12 — 25 Jul 2025 at March Gallery in New York, United States

Giacomo Piussi, Tennis court by the sea, 2025. Courtesy of the Robin Rice Gallery

Friends of friends

12 Jul — 1 Sep 2025 at the Robin Rice Gallery in Hudson, United States

Patrick Puckett, Hyperborea (detail). Courtesy of Wally Workman Gallery

Large vision models. The lions of enchantment

12 Jul — 3 Aug 2025 at the Wally Workman Gallery in Austin, United States

Art Fair on the Square, past edition, exhibition view. Courtesy of Art Fair on the Square

67th Art Fair on the Square

12 — 13 Jul 2025 at Art Fair on the Square in Madison, United States

Tim Garwood, Blue moor (detail), 2025. Courtesy of Philip Martin Gallery

Wave to the wind

12 Jul — 20 Sep 2025 at Philip Martin Gallery in Los Angeles, United States

Kris Calnan, Rte. 137, Near Parker Rd., Jaffrey, NH (detail). Courtesy of Bowery Gallery

New Hampshire landscapes

15 Jul — 2 Aug 2025 at the Bowery Gallery in New York, United States

Germaine Richier, La sauterelle (Die heuschrecke), 1946/1956. Courtesy of Lower Belvedere

Wotruba international

17 Jul 2025 — 11 Jan 2026 at Lower Belvedere in Vienna, Austria

Matt Wedel, Flower tree (MWS25-019), 2025. Courtesy of Contemporary Art Matters

And they will bloom

17 Jul — 29 Aug 2025 at Contemporary Art Matters in Columbus, United States

Ann Arbor Art Fair, past edition, exhibition view. Courtesy of Ann Arbor Art Fair

Ann Arbor Art Fair 2025 edition

17 — 19 Jul 2025 at the Ann Arbor Art Fair in Ann Arbor, United States

Eric Joyner, Someday world. Courtesy of Corey Helford Gallery

Looking sideways

19 Jul — 23 Aug 2025 at Corey Helford Gallery in Los Angeles, United States

Richard Ahnert, Bandit. Courtesy of Corey Helford Gallery

19 Jul — 23 Aug 2025 at Corey Helford Gallery in Los Angeles, United States

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