Joy in Transformation: An Interview With Artist Tadáskía
“Before, I didn’t accept suffering in any form in my work, and I always deviated from the pain. Today I accept suffering, but I don’t get attached to it.”
In Paris, Tech CEOs and Global Leaders Shift Stances on A.I. Safety
At this year’s global A.I. summit in Paris, something was noticeably different.
‘Yellowjackets’ Season Three Review: Lingering Trauma, New Drama
If you’re onboard the ‘Yellowjackets’ bandwagon it’s unlikely you’ll leave now. Season three promises some answers, but also more questions.
Arts
See AllMarina Abramović Blessed Fernando Romero’s Reopening of Barragán’s La Cuadra San Cristóbal
“Architects need to solve functional problems. Artists work with almost no limits. That relationship with artists drastically enriched Barragán,” Romero told Observer.
One Fine Show: “From the Heart to the Hand – Dolce&Gabbana” at the Grand Palais
If we have to live in a time of overbearing nationalism, it’s a definite bonus when your national identity looks this good.
Bridging Art, Nature and Community: Inside The Land Art Museum’s Bold Experiment
Artists from around the world are transforming a secluded Norwegian island into a museum where landscapes become works of art.
The Case for Installing Temporary Public Art
“Everything deteriorates,” former Public Art Fund director Tom Eccles told Observer. “The question is, what do you want to retain?”
Mathilde Denize Explores Universes of Space, Texture and Form at Perrotin
Her works reveal a rich set of references and precedents, primarily tied to early avant-garde research and, in particular, theories of integrating disciplines within society to achieve impact through art.
Lifestyle
See AllAt Joomak, Jiho Kim Writes His Own Fairy Tale
The acclaimed chef wants every guest to feel like royalty through service, comfort and impeccable food.
The Kendrick Lamar Effect: Main Stage Denim You Can Actually Pull Off
Inside menswear’s most exciting denim renaissance, from high-fashion statements to elevated classics.
Discover the Coziest Italian Restaurants in the West Village
From intimate osterias to bustling all-day eateries, these neighborhood restaurants do Italian well.
The 11 Best New Restaurants to Check Out in New York City in February
From caviar tasting menus to rotating dining rooms.
15 Phenomenal Black-Owned Hotels Around the World
Meet the hotels proving that authentic cultural experiences, world-class luxury and soulful hospitality aren’t mutually exclusive.
Business
See AllAirbnb CEO Brian Chesky Is in No Rush to Fully Embrace A.I.
A.I. travel planning isn’t “quite ready for prime time,” said the Airbnb CEO.
Uber CEO Hopes to Attract Tesla as a Self-Driving Partner Using His ‘Charm’
“No one wants to compete against Tesla or Elon, if you can help it.”
‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’ Puts a Rare Hollywood Franchise to Test
Can dinosaurs live forever?
Is DeepSeek Just a Well-Timed PR Storm?
China’s DeepSeek AI arrived with a bang, triggering speculation about its potential to upend the A.I. industry and challenge Western dominance. But beneath the hype, the reality is more complicated.
A Timeline of Elon Musk’s (Ongoing) Bid to Buy OpenAI
The nearly $100 billion acquisition offer could put a wrench in OpenAI’s profit conversion plans.
Entertainment
See AllReview: Idina Menzel Goes Out on a Limb in Eco-Musical ‘Redwood’
Menzel remains an indomitable diva in this well-intentioned misfire.
‘The Gorge’ Review: Action Romance That’s Chaotic and Fun
Two snipers stationed on opposite sides of a fog-covered crevice meet cute, and have to protect the world—and each other. There’s an element of the ridiculous to this movie. But also real thrills.
Heartbeat Opera’s ‘Salome’ Dares Us to Look
Director Elizabeth Dinkova flips the script on Salome by ensuring that the audience sees more of the male body than the female one.
Power Lists
See AllThe Top PR Firms in 2025
This year’s PR Power List celebrates the agencies bold enough to lead the charge and smart enough to reflect the world they’re shaping.
The Top Specialty PR Firms in 2025
In an era where perception is currency, specialty PR firms are the brokers of influence
The Most Important People in Nightlife & Dining
These are the architects of modern indulgence, wielding influence with every lease signed and every menu unveiled. Theirs is the kind of power that turns concepts into cultural institutions.
Marketplace
See All7 Best CBN Gummies for Sleep in 2025
Discover the top seven CBN gummies for sleep on the market, based on overall quality, effectiveness, price, formula, recognition and more.
10 Best CBD Oil for Dogs: Best for Anxiety, Pain, & Arthritis
A guide to our carefully selected picks for the top CBD oils for dogs in 2025 to soothe anxiety, pain and arthritis.
10 Best CBD Oils of 2024: A Guide for the Discerning Consumer
Tired of CBD oils that overpromise and underdeliver? We’ve done the legwork to find the best of 2024—pure, potent, and worth every drop. Discover the oils that live up to the hype and make a real difference.
10 Best CBD Companies to Buy From in 2024: Honest Reviews & Guide
Despite strong competition from nine impressive challengers, Colorado Botanicals tops our list of the best CBD companies to buy from in 2024.
5 Strongest CBD Gummies: Best CBD Gummies of 2024
We’ve compiled a list of the top 5 strongest CBD gummies for pain, sleep, anxiety and stress to save you time and money.
Latest
All LatestThe Dia Collection Lands in India for the First Time at NMACC Mumbai
“This partnership is linked to NMACC’s mission of introducing international contemporary artists to Indian audiences,” Dia Art Foundation director Jessica Morgan told Observer.
Curator Hilton Als and the Language of Silence
“To see, one must possess a language that directs the eyes to what is being perceived,” he told Observer.
For Jack Shainman, Growth Is About Keeping Up With Artist Ambition
“If you can find a way to always return to what makes your artists’ practice grow, you’ll continually find that the art system stays true to the art itself.”
Peter W. Kunhardt, Jr. On the Gordon Parks Foundation’s Newly Launched Legacy Initiative
The initiative honors the photographers who paved the way for today’s young talent.
Coca-Cola, Ford CEOs React to Trump’s Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
Coca-Cola is considering making more Coke in plastic bottles instead of aluminum cans.
Qatar Will Build a Permanent National Pavilion in Venice’s Giardini della Biennale
The announcement follows the adoption of the “Protocol of Cooperation between Qatar Museums and the Municipality of Venice” signed last June.
‘Captain America: Brave New World’ Review: No Cure For the Marvel Malaise Here
Though it ties together threads from the Marvel Cinematic Universe as a whole, ‘Brave New World’ is neither particularly good or bad. It’s just another Marvel movie.
Na Kim’s Hauntingly Luminous Portraits Are a Study in Subjectivity
We asked the artist about her practice, the power of repetition and how best to approach her quietly mesmerizing work.
The Rain Boots to Take on Storms in Style
All the best waterproof boots to splash around in right now.
For Apple, Bing and Google Maps Users, It’s Now the Gulf of America
The Gulf of Mexico will now appear as the Gulf of America for U.S. users of Apple Maps, Bing Maps and Google Maps.
Fair Founder and Collector Trickie Lopa Reflects On 12 Years of Art Fair Philippines
“Our insularity has protected the local commercial market from the vagaries of the global art industry, but it also keeps Filipino artists existing in a bubble.”
Overreliance on A.I. Erodes ‘the Quality of Human Thought,” Microsoft Study Finds
A new study warns that overreliance on A.I. could cause cognitive abilities to deteriorate.
Pedro Reyes Believes in the Practical Duty and Emotional Impact of Public Art
“Generations have passed without leaving a mark. It’s time to change that and create something that can resonate with both the present and the future.”
Google, SoftBank Pour $230M into Quantum Computer Startup QuEra
QuEra was founded in 2018 by top physicists from Harvard and MIT.
Tax Time and the Art World: Here’s What Artists and Collectors Can Deduct
Plenty of artists have gone to Tax Court with claims that they are not just hobbyists and won.
9 Extraordinary Amsterdam Hotels to Visit During Tulip Season
From historic hotels to canal-side stays, these Amsterdam properties promise your experience will be memorable.
Originality Won’t Be Enough to Keep Sarp Kerem Yavuz in the U.S.
“The fact that I have to jump through so many hoops to be a legal immigrant after so many museum acquisitions and exhibitions is bonkers to me.”
Biggest Risk in A.I. Is ‘Missing Out,’ Says Google CEO Sundar Pichai
“The opportunity with A.I. is as big as it gets,” said Sundar Pichai, head of Google and Alphabet.