A Recent History of Airline Meltdowns: Layers of Airport Hell
When the airport staff’s genuine attempts to help are stymied by the immovable indifference of the airline for which they work.
China’s Richest Person Might Soon Be Chris Xu
The Shein founder and CEO is reportedly taking the company public.
One Fine Show: William Kentridge at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
First and foremost, Kentridge is a glorious draftsman.
Business
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Bill Gates, Eric Schmidt and Nvidia Pour Cash Into AI Startup
Anthropic AI, a barely two-year-old startup led by a founding researcher of Deepmind, has rounded up every power investor in generative A.I.
Zuckerberg to Disrupt Google and Apple App Store Dominance
Meta’s feature will only apply to users in the E.U., where the DMA regulates. But it could soon expand to other territories.
Prominent Philanthropists Condemn SCOTUS Affirmative Action Decision
From Michael Bloomberg to George Soros’s Open Society, here are some of the most notable responses from prominent supporters of higher education.
Major Publishers Are Reportedly Creating a Coalition Against AI
The rise of AI is the most recent challenge plaguing the journalism industry, following years of advertising declines that have endangered the publishing business model.
Nick Clegg Is Meta’s Transparency Man
The exec’s latest blog post signals his increasing influence within the company.
Arts
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Exploring Collective Responsibility and the Human Condition in ‘Support Structures’
It’s a high-energy, immersive show that puts big names next to rising stars.
Art World Comings and Goings
The only constant in the art world is change.
Sotheby’s New Gen Art Program Will Use an Old Dutch Auction Format
The auction house is shaking things up with a new project focused on the work of generative artists—and a return to a classic auction format.
Julie Mehretu Will Paint BMW’s Next Art Car
The artist’s next canvas will be a BMW M Hybrid V8 that will race at the 24 Hours of Les Mans in 2024.
From Dealer to Director: Q&A With Gagosian’s Andreas Rumbler
“I see it all as an international market, and nowhere is it as international as it is in Switzerland.”
Lifestyle
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2024 Subaru Crosstrek Review: ‘More Than Enough for Anything’
Fold down the seats, fill it with gear, and take it to the mountains.
Jet Set: Wimbledon Packing List
From a classic button-down and chic tote to a breezy sundress and stylish shades, here’s what we’re loving and coveting right now for Wimbledon.
Expansive Lake Tahoe Estate Hits the Market for the First Time in 60 Years
The property is situated along 660 feet of shoreline.
The Most Interesting Creative Classes to Try in New York City
From embracing your inner designer to getting artsy while glassmaking.
A Dubai Magnate’s Villa, With Art, for $125 Million
The home was built for Abdulla Al Gurg, board member and former CEO of a major family-owned UAE conglomerate.
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The Best Fantasy Books for Your Summer Vacation
Put these titles on your beach reads list ASAP.
‘Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed’ Review: A Double Life Compellingly Explored
This funny, sad, meticulously researched and painstakingly detailed documentary is unmistakably real and inescapably touching.
Who to Watch: Jake Ryan, Star of Wes Anderson’s ‘Asteroid City’
The actor has become a staple member of Wes Anderson’s routine actor stable.
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PR Power List Honor Roll 2023
Excellence in PR sometimes takes the form of a firm dedicated to a particular sector. Here is the 2023 PR Power List Honor Roll, recognizing specialist firms.
PR Power Rising Stars 2023
The PR business is constantly recruiting new talent, and the nature of media is that the best of the younger staff end up informing and reforming their firms. Here are this year’s rising stars.
The PR Power List 2023
2022 was yet another year of waiting for a “return to normal” that never entirely arrived. But the best agencies are the ones that can ride out change and take advantage of even adverse times. Here are the 25 best PR agencies in the United States right now.
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Wes Anderson Unpacks ‘Asteroid City’ With a Little Help From Jarvis Cocker
“The writing of a movie is an improvisational experience.”
What’s Leaving Streaming This Month: July 2023
Catch big franchise movies like ‘The Hunger Games’ and ‘Skyfall’ before they take their leave from streaming.
A Former London Embassy-Turned-Townhouse Asks £21.5 Million
The home was previously the Somali Embassy and appeared in an Alfred Hitchcock film.
‘Prisoner’s Daughter’ Review: A Visceral Brian Cox Performance Can’t Save This Melodrama
This soap opera of a movie sees a terminally ill Brian Cox living under house arrest with his estranged daughter, played by Kate Beckinsale. It’s a heavy slog, but Cox’s focused artistry makes it watchable.
Behind the Scenes with Mezcal Amarás, a Sustainably-Minded Spirits Brand That Gives Back
It’s time to acquaint yourself with this delightful mezcal.
What to Watch on Streaming This Week: June 30-July 6
Streaming options range from a daring animated feature to tense dramas to Rita Moreno as a massive Pats fan.
‘Netflix Bites’ L.A. Pop-Up Dishes Greatest Hits
Celebrity chefs Rodney Scott, Curtis Stone, Ann Kim and Ming Tsai talk to Observer at the splashy new spot for dinner and drinks.
Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic Completes 1st Commercial Spaceflight: Photos
Virgin Galactic currently sells suborbital flights for $450,000 per seat.
The Refreshing Summer Cocktails to Sip All Season Long
Cool off with a fresh and fizzy drink.
The 5 Best Weekend Getaways from LA
Hop in the car, put on your favorite podcast and get ready to explore.
The Best Celebrity-Owned Tequilas You Should Know
Whether you thank George Clooney or curse him for his major role in helping create the A-list tequila trend, it’s here to stay.
Review: To Be or Not to Be at the Public’s ‘Hamlet’ in Central Park?
Singing! Rapping! Demonic possession! Kenny Leon’s direction of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy has welcome, lively touches, but overall the staging feels undercooked.
Why ABT’s ‘Like Water for Chocolate’ Became Summer’s Hottest Ticket
It’s a ballet for the 21st century, according to artistic director Susan Jaffe.
Nicolai Tangen, Head of the Largest Sovereign Wealth Fund, Is Opening a Gallery
His vast collection of Nordic artwork will be the star attraction in a new gallery slated to open this year.
Pivots to Video: National Geographic Cuts Staff Writers
The Walt Disney Company is the majority owner of the 135-year-old National Geographic.
Founder Joumana Asseily on Marfa’ Projects’ Triumphant Art Basel Return
“Marfa’ is still a young gallery and we’re doing as much as we can with what we have, but if we can make a difference, we want to.”
Lordstown CEO Edward Hightower Saw the EV Maker’s Demise Coming
Lordstown CEO Edward Hightower was ghosted by leaders of its manufacturing partner during a business trip to Taiwan last year.
Elle Fanning’s Best Fashion Moments
From her early days at the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards to reigning over the Cannes Film Festival in custom couture creations.
What to Watch on Streaming
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What to Watch on Streaming This Week: June 23-29
Horror, fantasy, documentary, and romantic comedy combine on this week’s list of streaming offerings.
What to Watch on Streaming This Week: June 16-22
High-octane action mixes with heartfelt dramedies in this week’s streaming offerings.
What to Watch on Streaming This Week: June 9-15
From Oscar winners like ‘Dune’ and ‘A Star is Born’ to returning favorites like ‘Black Mirror’ and ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’, this week is packed with quality titles to stream.
Reviews
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‘Asteroid City’ Review: Whimsical, Pointless Cinematic Jabberwocky
The pastel palette and stylistic patina of the latest from Wes Anderson is admirable. But the episodic, smart-alecky narrative is not.
‘Loren & Rose’ Review: Jacqueline Bisset Stuns As An Actress Confronting Her Past
It’s the undervalued Bisset’s greatest and most colorful role since Francois Truffaut’s ‘Day for Night,’ and she doesn’t waste a single frame.
‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’ Review: Still At Least A Little Magical
The good news: Harrison Ford as Dr. Jones! The less-than-good news: Both the man and his current movie adventure appear to be trapped inside a video game.