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At its heart, the documentary is a celebration of resilience, reinvention and the kind of unfiltered honesty that only Liza herself can deliver.
Dog Sledding, Tree Houses and Caviar French Toast: Inside Montana’s Green O Resort
The exclusive 12-room collection within Paws Up Montana is equal parts luxury and seclusion.
One Fine Show: ‘Picasso and Paper’ at the Cleveland Museum of Art
A surprising number of the almost 300 works in the show come from the museum’s own impressive collection.
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Observer’s Guide to the Must-See Gallery Shows On Now in New York
It’s worth braving the city’s freezing temperatures to catch these exhibitions.
The Winter Show Returns With an Encyclopedic Presentation and Its Signature Timeless Flair
Someone once described the fair to director Helen Allen as “a galaxy of colliding worlds,” and she says that description particularly apt.
Icons, Innovators and Legacies: The Art Books Defining 2025
Discover the stories of groundbreaking artists and collectors shaping the art world narrative in 2025.
The Guerrilla Girls On the Group’s Legacy and Its First Commercial Gallery Show
Thirty-five years have passed since the group posed the question, “Do women have to be naked to get into the Met Museum?”
Sotheby’s Next Chapter: New Markets, $6b in Sales and a Stronger Balance Sheet
CEO Charles Stewart opened the January 23 press conference by stating that the auction house had one of its best years despite an undeniably challenging market.
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The Most Delightful Rose-Scented Candles
Sure, flowers are nice, but even the most decadent bouquet of roses will wilt sooner rather than later, so why not add to the ambiance with a rose-scented candle.
The New Old-School Ski Packing List: American-Made Gear for Western Powder
From Colorado-crafted skis to Oregon-built boots, here’s your guide to conquering mountain towns with gear that’s actually made where you’re riding.
Valentine’s Day Cocktails to Toast the Most Romantic Time of Year
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by whipping up one of these delectable drinks.
Kid Is a Love Letter to the Perfect New York Slice
Playful, elevated and casual at its core, Kid is a cinematic vignette capturing the feeling of the perfect New York slice.
Ski Switzerland Like a Pro: An Insider’s Guide to 8 Iconic Resort Towns
From Zermatt to St. Moritz, Swiss ski towns are just getting better.
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Scale AI’s 28-Year-Old Billionaire CEO Warns About This Scarily Good Chinese Startup
The A.I. gap between the two countries is becoming narrower, according to the tech founder.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei Believes A.I. Could Double Human Lifespans in 5 Years
“We can make 100 years of progress in areas like biology in five to ten years,” said Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei.
Trump’s $500B Stargate A.I. Project: What Will It Build and Does It Actually Have the Money?
The investment planned for Stargate is equivalent to 2 percent of the annual U.S. GDP.
CEO of World’s Largest Sovereign Wealth Fund Disagrees with Trump’s Climate Policy
The financial impacts of climate change are “just a totally different picture” than in the past, said Nicolai Tangen.
A.I. Pioneer Yoshua Bengio Warns About A.I. Models’ ‘Self-Preserving’ Ability
At this year’s Davos, Bengio raised the alarm over “very strong agency and self-preserving behavior” in A.I. systems.
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‘Paradise’ Review: Sterling K. Brown Can’t Save This Series
It’s a show that falls apart the more you look at it, no matter how much its capable cast tries to hold it together.
Cuban Contemporary Dance Comes to The Joyce
Havana-based Malpaso Dance Company returns to New York for its tenth engagement at the historic theater.
Review: ‘English’ Speaks Eloquently of Language and Loss
Pulitzer Prize winner Sanaz Toossi’s play about a group of Iranians studying for the Test of English as a Foreign Language transfers to Broadway in an impeccable production.
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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.
The Most Influential People in Art
Observer’s Business of Art Power List spotlights the bold innovators steering today’s art world through shifting markets, new collector dynamics and cultural reinvention. From market disruptors to institution builders, these visionaries are redefining influence, expanding access and setting the course for art’s global future.
Masters 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.
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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
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5 Strongest CBD Gummies: Best CBD Gummies of 2024
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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 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.
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Artist Melike Kara Confronts the Multiplicity in Motherhood in Her Debut Show at Bortolami
The artist’s dynamic abstractions address shifting identities, belonging and heritage.
Oscar Nominations: Surprises and Snubs for the 97th Academy Awards
This morning’s nominations saw some real shake ups, with new favorites emerging and plenty of interesting picks.
By the Numbers: Exactly How Popular Is Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’ 2?
Despite lackluster reviews, ‘Squid Game’ 2’s popularity is undeniable.
Art World Comings and Goings: The Andy Warhol Museum’s New Director and More
The only constant in the art world is change.
An Empire of Splendor: What to Expect at ‘The Great Mughals’ in London
This major exhibition at the V&A assembles a dizzying array of objects and artwork commissioned by the era’s most famous emperors to tell the story of their dynasty.
Why the Art of Michelangelo Pistoletto Is as Contemporary as Ever
His latest exhibition, “To Step Beyond” at Lévy Gorvy Dayan, is a testament to his enduring relevance.
Brooklyn Museum Is Breaking the Mold: An Interview With Director of Curatorial Affairs Catherine Futter
We caught up with Futter to discuss how the hype around the Brooklyn Museum’s bicentennial might shape its future.
Director Mike Leigh On The Improvisational Path to ‘Hard Truths’
The writer-director calls his movies “tightly scripted,” but the harrowingly funny ‘Hard Truths’ wasn’t scripted in any conventional sense. “Everything was created on set.”
Netflix Pivots to Theatre With Greta Gerwig’s New Movie: Opportunities and Challenges
Greta Gerwig’s “Narnia” reboot will play exclusively on 1,000 IMAX screens across 90 countries before debuting on Netflix next year.
How Feria Material Became a Hotspot for Emerging Art: An Interview With Founder Brett W. Schultz
“The key questions are: How can an art fair create context instead of collapsing it? How can it support real, thriving ecosystems rather than perpetuating imaginary ones?”
Netflix Tops 300M Subscribers in 2024, Raises Plan Prices Again
Netflix will stop disclosing subscriber numbers in future quarterly reports.
12 New Non-Fiction Books You Need to Read in 2025
It’s up to you whether to pre-order now, but get your bookmarks ready.
‘Prime Target’ Review: Apple’s Math Conspiracy Doesn’t Add Up
Though intermittently entertaining, this thriller is largely unremarkable.
U.K. Establishes a ‘Soft Power Council’ to Boost the Economy and Elevate National Identity
The advisory body will be stacked with major players from Britain’s cultural scene.
How Trump’s Day 1 Policies Will Affect Trade, Climate, EVs and TikTok
President Trump declared an energy emergency, the first in the U.S. history.
TikTok’s Future Is Now Tied to Trump’s Tariff Threats on China
What does Trump’s TikTok lifeline mean for China tariffs?
Afghanistan’s Art Scene Weighs in On Taliban Move to Ban Images of Living Things
Despite the Taliban’s attempts to erase the nation’s cultural identity, Afghan artists are hopeful that art can outlive even the most oppressive regimes.
Chef Simon Rogan on Sustainability, Success and How Radishes Changed His Career
The 12-acre Our Farm has pushed Rogan to develop his signature cuisine, an approach to British cooking that emphasizes simplicity and flavor.