Edra Soto On Puerto Rican Art, Public Sculpture and Her New NYC Installation ‘Graft’
“I believe Puerto Rico has an outsized influence on American culture.”
Warhols, Golden Caviar and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream: Larry Jayasekara Embraces Luxury at The Cocochine
“I always dreamed about having a menu in a restaurant where you can’t choose one dish. If you want every single dish, you’re in the right place,” Larry Jayasekara tells Observer.
Choreography Meets Couture at Pari Dukovic’s VISU Contemporary Show
The exhibition features twenty-five prints showcasing nearly thirty couture costumes created for the NYCB’s annual Fall Fashion Gala.
Arts
See AllAhead of Art Basel Miami Beach and the City’s Art Week, ICA Miami Announces a Major Expansion
Observer spoke with the museum’s director, Alex Gartenfeld, about what we can expect from the expansion.
A Celebration of American Photographer Larry Fink and His Observant Eye for Social Class
A Galerie Julian Sander exhibition pays homage to Fink’s visual storytelling while honoring the connection the gallerist and his family shared with the photographer.
Ethan Cohen Gallery Presents an Exhibition of Paul Paiement’s Best
Paiement offers a lens that creates both contrast and continuity, a balance that ultimately gives me a more complete acceptance of and appreciation for the nature that we are all a part of.
The Frick Collection to Reopen in April 2025 With All Its Gilded Age Splendor
The reopening follows a lengthy and expensive renovation directed by Selldorf Architects.
Olafur Eliasson Tests the Complexities of Our Visual and Psychoacoustic Perception at Tanya Bonakdar Gallery
Observer caught up with the Icelandic-Danish artist to better understand what his latest exhibition reveals about the limits of our sensory perception.
Lifestyle
See AllDive Into Spiny Lobster Season at These L.A. Restaurants
Los Angeles chefs have found unique ways to showcase spiny lobster by using it in toasted rolls, topping it with caviar or serving it raw.
Diamonds, Design and Daring Cuisine: An Insider’s Guide to Antwerp
From Michelin-starred dining to secret art galleries, your insider’s guide to Belgium’s trendiest city.
The Best Wines to Pair with Thanksgiving Dinner
Nothing elevates a Thanksgiving meal quite like a carefully curated wine pairing.
Perthshire, Scotland Is the Dream Destination for Slow Travel
Travelers interested in refined, understated experiences will find Perthshire to be an ideal place for a real getaway.
11 Spectacular Places to Stay in Turks and Caicos
Whether you’re looking for a classic beach hotel, spacious villa or secluded private island getaway, here’s where to book a delightful getaway to Turks and Caicos.
Business
See All5 Space Missions to Watch In November 2024: ESA’s Artificial Solar Eclipse, Blue Origin and More
November will bring exciting new missions from the likes of SpaceX, ESA, Blue Origin, Rocket Lab and Roscosmos.
How Secret Quant Shop Jane Street Quietly Emerges As a Wall Street Powerhouse
An ongoing legal battle offers a rare glimpse of the lucrative trading firm’s financial details.
Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak Shares His First Impression of ‘Apple Intelligence’
The Apple co-founder said he prefers “Actual Intelligence” to A.I.
Perplexity AI CEO Believes No Publisher Should Own the Right to Reported Facts
“Our belief is that facts need to be universally distributed to everybody.”
WordPress’s Costly Trademark Battle With WP Engine Is ‘Worth It’, Says CEO Matt Mullenweg
What’s going on with WordPress and WP Engine?
Entertainment
See AllThe 20th New York Comedy Festival: Big Laughs and Bright New Comedy Stars
The fest returns for its twentieth installment, and for every massive headliner there’s a dozen smaller acts guaranteed to make you laugh.
Quincy Jones: An Epic Life In 15 Songs
The decades-long career of Quincy Jones sprawled across landmark jazz, pop, R&B and soundtrack recordings. Here are 15 of the best.
‘Juror #2’ Proves Clint Eastwood Is Still a Master of Suspense—and Hollywood
Clint Eastwood’s Juror #2 is a masterclass in suspense and moral dilemma, led by a powerhouse performance from Nicholas Hoult. If this is Eastwood’s farewell, he’s leaving Hollywood on a high.
Power Lists
See AllMasters of the Machine: The A.I. Leaders With Power, Influence, Capital and Vision
The future of artificial intelligence isn’t just being built in research labs—it’s being shaped by a small circle of power players who control the capital, strategy and vision of the industry’s biggest breakthroughs. From tech executives to investors and policy architects, these leaders are determining what A.I. becomes, what it prioritizes and how it impacts society. Meet the movers who are deciding the direction of the world’s most transformative technology.
The Most Powerful Public Relations Firms—And the People Behind Them
The most powerful people in PR today know that “public relations” is just a fraction of what it takes to succeed in 2024. They understand how and why the game is changing. They embrace technology and data creatively to engage and inspire new audiences. They grow with their clients, retaining big, established accounts for decades while recruiting and/or building the Next Big Thing. They are role models for the next generation of PR hopefuls, not just for their success but for their commitment to improving and diversifying their industry. They are champions of the greatest stories ever told—and the ones we can’t wait to hear.
The Top PR Firms for Crisis & Reputation Management
The fixers to call when you’re in a bind—or (as the wise already know) to help prevent PR disasters in the first place.
Marketplace
See All10 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.
10 Best CBD Gummies for Anxiety and Stress
Although Colorado Botanicals and its line of CBD gummies ranked first, and we found them to be the best CBD gummies for anxiety, they’re not the only CBD brand with a lot to brag about. The nine other competitors on our list have many qualities that help them stand out in a highly saturated market.
10 Best CBD Oils: Best for Pain, Sleep & Anxiety of 2024
After carefully reviewing and testing dozens of the top CBD brands, we’ve compiled a list of the 10 best CBD oils to buy in 2024.
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 2024 to soothe anxiety, pain and arthritis.
Latest
All LatestAmazon CEO Andy Jassy Assures Investors Expensive A.I. Infrastructure Is Worth It
Heavy investments in A.I. infrastructure like data centers are “useful assets” that will operate for 20 to 30 years, CEO Andy Jassy said.
How Accra Became One of Africa’s Most Vibrant Art Destinations
Observer explores the evolution, key players and future of this emerging art scene.
Tim Cook Says Apple Intelligence Is Twice as Popular as Previous iOS Updates
Apple’s new A.I.-infused update is already being adopted at rapid speeds.
Artist David Antonio Cruz Celebrates Joy Over Trauma With Images of Human Connection
The artist’s beautifully painted works, now on show in two exhibitions, celebrate non-biological “chosen families” created through mutual love and support.
Consignor Revealed: Rare Keith Haring Subway Drawings Come to Sotheby’s from Larry Warsh
“It’s time for institutions to have a chance to add these drawings to their collections because they are the most important works by this artist.”
Preparing Tomorrow’s Opera Stars: Joyce DiDonato Shows Us How It’s Done
Opera master classes let eager fans see another facet of their favorite singers’ artistry, but these events are not without controversy.
Tim Cook and His 11 Lieutenants Who Run Apple’s $3.5T Tech Empire
Most of Apple’s top executives report directly to the iPhone maker’s CEO Tim Cook.
Inside the Smithsonian’s Archives of American Art 70th Anniversary Gala
In her speech, newly appointed director Anne Helmreich emphasized the center’s role in safeguarding the diverse stories that define American art.
Meta’s Ad Business Is Booming, But Its A.I. Bets Have Yet to Pay Off
Meta reported record ad revenue in the last quarter, but it wasn’t enough to impress investors.
One Fine Show: ‘Andrew Wyeth’s Botanical Imagination’ at the Bruce Museum
Wyeth embraced the chaos found in nature and let it take the lead in his works.
OpenAI’s New Board Chair Bret Taylor Shares the Story of Saving Sam Altman’s Job
The situation was “more nuanced” than Sam Altman asking help to get his job back, Bret Taylor recalled.
ADAA’s The Art Show Returns With Highly Curated Booths But Slow Sales
This year’s heightened curatorial attention gave the fair a boutique feel.
Bill T. Jones’ ‘Still/Here’ Transcends Time and Space
His intention was to “create a work, not as a rumination on death and decline, but on the resourcefulness and courage necessary to perform the act of living.”
How Erwin Olaf Created Art at the Seams of Lived Experience
Through his photographs, Olaf invited us to reject a defeatist view of our seams—sewn up tight or torn asunder—and to revel in their beauty.
Marc Straus Is Expanding in New York With a New Tribeca Space
Observer caught up with Marc Straus ahead of the opening to learn more about this expansion and his vision for the new space.
How to Spend a Dreamy Weekend in the Santa Ynez Valley
Whether you are a wine enthusiast looking to discover award-winning varietals, a foodie who appreciates the vast array of California’s farm-fresh goods, or simply looking to escape city life, there’s no shortage of things to do in the Santa Ynez Valley.
Cecilia Alemani Reveals Her Curatorial Direction for the 2025 SITE SANTA FE International
“I want to showcase the multifaceted reality of this place,” the curator told Observer.
A.I. Is Boosting Google Earnings and Changing How Engineers Work, Says CEO Pichai
Google Search revenue jumped 12 percent during the July-September quarter.