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Harvard Lampoon alumni reunited for a pop-up exhibit celebrating 150 years of humor. Discover how this iconic magazine shaped generations of comedy, even tricking readers with brilliant parodies.
In 1889, Raja Ravi Varma painted "Galaxy of Musicians," uniting 11 diverse Indian women on one canvas. This iconic work predated "unity in diversity," visually capturing India's rich cultural tapestry.
Louis Vuitton is partnering with The Frick Collection for three years, sponsoring major initiatives. This includes three upcoming exhibitions, starting with "Siena: The Art of Bronze" this fall.
Adam Sandler: the comedian everyone loves. Hysterically funny, down-to-earth, and 100% true to himself, Sandler ditched Hollywood style for Hawaiian shirts and gym shorts. Fans still adore him.
Big news for NYC art! The Neue Galerie, Ronald S. Lauder's private museum, will merge with The Met in 2028, expanding its modern art collection.
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That iconic J.M.W. Turner image on British banknotes? An expert says it's NOT him. Plus, Hungary's new culture minister Zoltán Tarr champions art freedom, as Trump pushes for a new Triumphal Arch.
*NSYNC fans got a double dose of nostalgia! Joey Fatone sang "It's Gonna Be Me" at & Juliet, but the real shocker? Lance Bass rushed the stage for an epic, unexpected reunion!
Married to Kevin Bacon for 40 years, Kyra Sedgwick can't escape the boogie—and she loves it! The pair often shares dance videos from their farm, and Kyra's inviting fans to join the kitchen dance party.
Photographers brave remote landscapes for extraordinary galaxy views. They share stunning results, methods, and adventures from New Zealand's first dark sky community.
Cleveland's arts institutions thrive on an unexpected funding source: cigarette sales. Every pack bought in Cuyahoga County helps support everything from major museums to small arts groups.
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Pittsburgh's Carnegie International features at least three flying people. Khalil Rabah's video shows a man launched over an olive tree, while Shala Miller's "Flight" projects murky abstractions onto screens.
Colbert's final CBS show on May 21 will feature his "best television friends": John Oliver, Seth Meyers, Jimmy Kimmel, and Jimmy Fallon.
Alexandria's Moharam Bek excavation just unearthed a treasure trove! Greek, Roman, and Byzantine artifacts—from statues to mosaics—were found, announced by Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.
Savannah Guthrie, searching for her mother, found "joy" in an unexpected career move. Jimmy Fallon revealed she'll host a new game show he's secretly developed for years.
A naked CGI human, covered in white paint with erased pupils, asks ChatGPT how to professionally say "bad luck." The AI replies, "Inauspicious.
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Manchester's Cosgrove Hall Films, founded 1976, became a UK animation giant. Their unique hand-drawn and stop-motion blend created global hits like Danger Mouse and Count Duckula.
Kader Attia, a Venice Biennale artist and Prix Marcel Duchamp winner, will curate India's top biennial, the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, in 2027.
As the Venice Biennale opens, a new foundation honors its late curator, Koyo Kouoh. Based in Basel, the Koyo Kouoh Foundation will continue her vital work and legacy.
A federal judge slammed the US DOGE Service for unconstitutional, discriminatory cuts to over $100M in humanities grants. Elon Musk's department used ChatGPT to target DEI mentions.
Indonesian artist Dian Suci just won the prestigious 2025–27 Max Mara Art Prize for Women! Announced at the Venice Biennale, this award includes a six-month Italian residency.
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Forget marathons. These iconic films, from horror classics to Oscar winners, prove tight schedules can still produce lasting impact.
Baltic pavilions at the 2026 Venice Biennale—Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia—walked in solidarity with Ukraine on May 6. The procession honored Ukrainian cultural workers creating amid war, and those lost to violence.
Wegmans and Wells Fargo brought suburban polish to the Brooklyn Navy Yard's entrance. But inside, its vast, post-industrial landscape remains a surreal, haunted sanctum of hissing buildings and crumbling tracks.
In Australia's remote Tanami Desert, Warlpiri men and women gathered. Staring at the ground, they read a story in the tracks: a dingo, a python, and a hopping mouse had all passed by.
A single Facebook post launched self-taught Bengaluru artist Namita Kulkarni from obscurity to the United Nations. In December 2021, she was selected to create a series for ICAAD, New York.
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This Venice Biennale is unprecedented. Controversies plague pavilions from Israel to Australia, but the unexpected death of curator Koyo Kouoh, who defined the "In Minor Keys" exhibition, looms largest.
The Bahamian Pavilion returns to Venice after 13 years! Reintroduce the Caribbean nation through its contemporary art, featuring master John Beadle and Lavar Munroe, framed by Junkanoo.
Michael, the 2026 Michael Jackson biopic, hit theaters April 24, 2026! Fans packed seats to see Michael's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, as the King of Pop, giving it rave reviews.
Georg Baselitz, the renowned painter who challenged perspective by flipping canvases on their head, has died at 88.
Nearly $14 million in stolen antiquities are going home! Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg Jr. announced the return of 657 trafficked items to India, recovered by his Antiquities Trafficking Unit.
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Venba: an Indian mother's journey to Canada, told through food. This video game honors the developer's South Asian immigrant heritage.
Ceramics are everywhere! From NYC to LA, museums and galleries are showcasing ancient pottery transformed into modern art, from classic vases to abstract sculptures.
Anne Boleyn lost her head to Henry VIII. Now, researchers claim she also lost her face—hidden among dozens of mislabeled portraits in a royal art collection.
Heidi Klum, Halloween's undisputed queen, always delivers the unexpected. This year, she stunned at the 2026 Met Gala, proving she's no one-trick pony.
A "Norwegian Church" in Wales? Cardiff Bay's landmark church reveals an unexpected historical link between Norway and South Wales, rooted in the booming 1860s coal trade.
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Ronnie Scott's, the legendary jazz club, is making a surprising move! Its refurbished upstairs venue now hosts weekly orchestral performances, bringing classical music to the forefront.
Donnie Yen's iconic character, Ip Man, was a real martial arts master. Born wealthy in 1893 Foshan, he began Wing Chun at 13, then moved to Hong Kong for school.
In fall 2005, 19-year-old Kellie Pickler charmed Simon Cowell and fans on American Idol. Finishing sixth, her bubbly personality launched a successful music career and enduring fame.
Amy Sherald transformed into her own masterpiece at the Met Gala! She embodied the girl from her iconic 2014 painting, "Miss Everything (Unsuppressed Deliverance)," with designer Thom Browne.
Fashion's biggest night unfolded Monday as extravagantly dressed celebrities and designers ascended the Met staircase for its annual fundraiser.