Milan Is Italy’s International Financial Capital, But Is It the Next Art Hotspot?
A rapid influx of capital hasn’t changed the fact that the city’s art scene is much less dynamic now than it was several years ago.
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London is filled with romantic hideaways for every type of traveler.
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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.
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.
What Happens to the Art When Museums Close?
If you shed tears when a museum closes, expect to do a lot of crying.
How Art Humanizes the Hospital Experience: An Interview With RxART Director Katie Hollander
It’s estimated that the organization, via partnerships with hospitals and artists, has touched the lives of 1,000,000 patients and their families.
L.A. Museums Launch a $12M Emergency Fund as Felix and Frieze Go Ahead as Planned
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Winter Wellness 2025: Where to Reset
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From the Rockies to Big Sky: The Best Ski Resorts in the U.S. for the Ultimate Snowy Getaway
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The Best Luxury Hotels in Dallas-Fort Worth
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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
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Wall Street CEOs Are Eagerly Awaiting Trump’s Pro-Business Policies
Expectations for a pro-business climate under the incoming Trump administration has lifted the spirits of major bank executives.
Stack Exchange Founder Pledges to Give Away Half His Wealth in 5 Years
Stack Exchange’s Jeff Atwood is donating half of his wealth to bolster access to the “American dream.”
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Streaming platforms’ competition for splashy sports rights has transformed not only viewing habits but the sports ecosystem itself.
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Prototype, the New York Festival of Avant-Garde Opera, Turns 12
There was a dizzyingly diverse spectrum of performances this year, with wildly divergent highs and lows.
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Cameron Diaz is back from semi-retirement, and she Jamie Foxx have real charisma. But this muddled effort can’t decide if it’s an action movie, comedy, or family film.
David Lynch and ‘Twin Peaks’: An Enduring Television Legacy
The late American auteur leaves us with some phenomenal cinematic achievements, but the influence of ‘Twin Peaks’ endures on television.
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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.
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Avant-Garde Filmmaker David Lynch Leaves Behind a Dual Legacy
Lynch was a painter and sometimes sculptor represented, beginning in 2022, by Pace.
Don’t Miss: Julia Felsenthal’s “Low Visibility” at JDJ
The artist’s series strips down the seascape, reminding us that the horizon is a timeless trope connecting paintings through the centuries.
For Collector Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo, Art Offers New Ways to See the World
“I always say that contemporary art has completely changed my life—it has been an investment in my inner universe.”
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, an LA Native, Weighs In on Wildfire’s Impact on Insurance
The BlackRock head warned of a lengthy recovery process for the city.
Italian Museums Test Free Dog-Sitting Services for Visitors’ Four-Legged Friends
London-based start-up Bauadvisor offers dog-sitting services at 300 cultural sites in almost sixty cities.
The Loren Is Making Its Mark On Austin’s Art Scene With the Renovated Paggi House
The property has taken the ‘art hotel’ concept to a whole new level by opening a standalone gallery.
The Federal Reserve’s Annual Bank Stress Tests Come Under Stress
A group of major banks take issue with how the Fed conducts its annual stress tests.
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Finally Reaches Orbital Milestone
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has finally taken flight.
Sotheby’s Reveals a Cross-Category Mix of Luxe Lots in Its First Auction In Saudi Arabia
For the first time in the auction house’s history, it will accept cryptocurrency payments for all lots in the sale.
Power, Innovation and Art Collide in ‘Versailles: Science and Splendour’
In London, you can explore the hidden world of scientific marvels behind the palace’s magnificent façade.
The Stylish Puffer Jackets to Keep You Warm and Cozy
The best down jackets are both fashionable and functional.
Review: Does A Race-Critical ‘Show Boat’ Weather the Winds of History?
This minimalist staging strips ‘Show Boat’ to its bones, scraping away a century of cultural rust and sentimentality to reveal an often deeply sad and frequently funny masterpiece of music-theater.
Reckoning With Ruin: Calculating the Impact of the 2025 Wildfires on L.A.’s Artists
They may have their work cut out for them when it comes to recovering the value of lost art.
How Biden Is Solidifying His A.I. Legacy in His Last Week as President
With less than a week left in office, the Biden administration is making moves in the world of A.I.
Marea Lands in Beverly Hills, Blending Longtime Hits With Decidedly L.A. Dishes
Marea wants to make a point of being a place where you can enjoy dinner and then stay late.
Christie’s Shakes Up Its Executive Leadership Team as Pinault Calls Guillaume Cerutti to Lead Artémis
Bonnie Brennan will become chief executive officer as Guillaume Cerutti transitions out of his executive role to take on an even broader range of responsibilities.
This $10B Texas Startup Wants to Bring Back Extinct Animals Through Gene-Editing
It’s the first startup founded in Texas to be valued at more than $10 billion.
One Fine Show: ‘The Living End, Painting and Other Technologies, 1970-2020’ at MCA Chicago
This show implies that painting is not only a thriving medium but also our culture’s greatest illusion.