The Father’s Day Gift Guide for Dads Who Care About Details
Gifts for dads who don’t confuse craftsmanship with branding.
How the Louvre Abu Dhabi’s Museographic Approach and the UAE’s Soft Power Strategy Line Up
Although the curatorial parallels can feel strained, the underlying message is unequivocal: cross-cultural exchanges foster evolution.
Futurist Ray Kurzweil’s Humanoid Robotics Startup Eyes a $500M Valuation
Ray Kurzweil’s robotics startup Beyond Imagination is developing humanoid robots to tackle labor shortages and is reportedly raising $100 million to scale its vision of A.I.-powered physical work.
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‘Clay Has a Voice and It’s Screaming’: An Interview With Chris Gustin
“There’s an energy out there that’s very powerful, and it’s young, vibrant and unapologetic.”
Alicja Kwade Probes the Edges of Reality in Her Pace Debut
“I have no idea what reality is… It’s not about the country you’re born in, it’s not your name, it’s not your nation—those are all constructions that shape a particular reading of reality.”
Last Swipe: NYC’s Farecard Artists Face Extinction as the MTA Eliminates the Beloved MetroCard
As the city phases out the once-ubiquitous cards, artists like Juan Carlos Pinto, Thomas McKean and Nina Boesch are preserving their legacy.
Elegance Met Urgency at This Year’s Gordon Parks Foundation Gala
The guest list read like a Who’s Who of photography, fashion, art and activism.
In Tactile New Works, Sheree Hovsepian Explores the Physicality of Experience
“I am navigating the complexities of identity and memory through the lens of embodiment, archival processes and the interplay of the indexical and the unknown.”
Lifestyle
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All the Best Red Carpet Fashion From the 2025 AmfAR Gala Cannes
See all the most glamorous looks from the most fashionable night of the Cannes Film Festival.
Billy Draddy’s Father’s Day Edit: Style, Comfort and a Slice of Fini’s
Billy Draddy—the man behind B. Draddy’s signature polish-meets-play collection—pulls together a Father’s Day gift guide that hits on all fronts: comfort, quality and longevity.
The Art of Tapas: Where to Find the Best Small Plates in Madrid
Madrid’s most elevated tapas destinations blend tradition and innovation.
All the Best Red Carpet Fashion From the 2025 Cannes Film Festival
Don’t miss a single dazzling moment.
Soak Up the Sun at L.A.’s Most Stylish Hotel Pools
These Los Angeles hotel pools offer the ultimate sunny escape.
Culture
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Screening at Cannes: Denzel Washington and A$AP Rocky In Spike Lee’s ‘Highest 2 Lowest’
The presentation of an honorary Palme d’Or took Denzel Washington by surprise at Cannes, where he and Spike Lee unveiled their latest collaboration, the thriller ‘Highest 2 Lowest.’
Review: A Steady, Not-Too Bumpy Ride to William Inge’s Bus Stop
A respectful revival brings this play about the agonies of love and sex vibrantly to life.
Screening at Cannes: Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson In ‘Die My Love’
Lynne Ramsay’s film—about a woman suffering from severe post-partum depression—is designed for maximum discomfort, with frenzied physicality, haunting cinematography and a no-holds-barred performance from Jennifer Lawrence. But the unnerving drama still earned a 6-minute standing ovation at Cannes.
Library-Based Kanopy Offers a Solution to Streaming Sticker Shock—And Steps Into Film Production
The library-based streaming service Kanopy offers documentaries, independent movies and TV series. And now with a new documentary about high-school students fighting book banning, it has taken a step into film production.
The Met’s ‘Antony and Cleopatra’ Reframes Ancient Tragedy Through the Lens of Propaganda
Spin—and its darker fascist cousin—is everywhere in Elkhanah Pulitzer’s production of John Adams’s opera.
Business
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Google Shows Just How Smart Agentic A.I. Has Become at I/O Developers Conference
Google’s I/O 2025 keynote revealed how agentic A.I. is evolving from reactive assistant to proactive collaborator across its ecosystem.
Fei-Fei Li Warns of A.I. Innovation Risks Amid US Research Funding Cuts
Fei-Fei Li calls for stronger support of academic research while developing immersive 3D A.I. technologies at her startup, World Labs.
The Chinese Billionaire Behind 2025’s Largest IPO, Tesla Battery Maker CATL
Robin Zeng’s high-stakes bets—from quitting his first job to founding CATL—have reshaped the global EV battery market.
OpenAI to Acquire iPhone Designer Jony Ive’s Year-old Startup for $6.5B
Jony Ive and his design firm LoveFrom will assume design and creative responsibilities across both OpenAI and io going forward.
5 Takeaways From Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s Keynote at Computex 2025
At Computex 2025, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reveals plans for A.I. factories, robotics, and a Taiwan supercomputer to lead the next tech revolution.
Art Market
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VIMA Art Fair and the Quiet Politics of a Nascent Regional Scene
“We need a space of connection between the market and the galleries,” fair cofounder Edgar Gadzhiev told Observer.
Art Basel Expands to the Gulf With a New Qatar Edition in 2026
Art Basel Qatar could cement the MENA region’s status and visibility in the global art market.
Phillips Installs Robert Manley and Miety Heiden in Top Posts Amid Market Shifts
Their promotions cement the auction house’s focus on the modern and contemporary segments as cornerstones of its business.
Sotheby’s Closes Marquee Week With $186.1M in Contemporary Sales
Guarantees and irrevocable bids continue to play a decisive role, even in this more dynamic end of the market.
At Christie’s, Women Commanded the Market While Rewriting Records
Led by auctioneer Yü-Ge Wang, Christie’s 21st Century Evening Sale brought in $96.5 million, with a 92 percent sell-through by lot and 97 percent by value.
Art Reviews
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In Beverly Hills, Paul McCartney’s Photographs Offer a Raw Look at Beatlemania’s Beginnings
Captured mainly with his 35mm Pentax SLR, the black and white images present an intimate view of life on tour as The Beatles’ fame exploded.
The Line Goes on Forever: De Kooning at Gagosian
The show traces De Kooning’s evolving visual language from the 1940s through the 1980s, including rarely seen sculptures and late paintings.
One Fine Show: “Wayne Thiebaud, Art Comes from Art” at the Legion of Honor
The late painter’s figures are stiff, strange and quietly psychedelic.
Nine Must-See Art Exhibitions to Catch in Philadelphia This Spring
The city’s standout shows deliver a sharp mix of historical reflection, sociopolitical commentary and material experimentation.
A Major Survey Spotlights Marisol’s Sculptural Explorations of Self and Society
“My work is sculpture, figurative, life-size and socially conscious,” Marisol once said.
Luxury Travel
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The Best Hotels in Downtown Los Angeles for a Stylish Urban Escape
Downtown Los Angeles has become a destination in its own right, and these hotels are the perfect home base.
The Best Boutique Hotels in Southern California
Whether you’re seeking a coastal escape complete with scenic ocean views or a private oasis in the middle of Palm Springs, Southern California is home to several boutique accommodations that provide guests with an intimate stay that you simply can’t replicate at big name hotels.
Rainforest Views, Shellphones and Coppola Magic: Inside Guatemala’s La Lancha
This remote lakeside retreat turns a stay in northern Guatemala into a transportive jungle escape.
The Best Luxury Hotels in Cairo, Egypt
From new openings to historic properties, these are the top hotels to book for your next trip to Cairo.
Montcalm Mayfair Blends Garden-Inspired Luxury and Georgian Charm in London
Nature-driven design and thoughtful hospitality shape the newest addition to London’s luxury hotel scene.
Nightlife & Dining
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Our Favorite Looks from the Frick Collection’s Young Fellows Ball
Misty Copeland, Lola Tung and many more turned out to turned heads.
Where to Get the Best Lobster Rolls in Los Angeles
From West Hollywood to Malibu, these L.A. spots serve East Coast-worthy lobster rolls with a California twist.
Art Stars Party With the Power Patrons: Inside This Year’s MoMA PS1 Gala
This effervescent art party, staged each year in the museum’s airy courtyard, always defies expectations.
Where to Find the Best Negronis in L.A.
Whether you’re a classic Negroni lover or prefer an elevated twist on the cocktail, here’s where to sip in style in Los Angeles.
White Ties and Waltzes: What You Missed at This Year’s Viennese Opera Ball
The night began, as always, with the traditional and much-anticipated presentation of white-clad debutantes and their tuxedoed escorts.
Style
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Steve McQueen’s Style Legacy Still Sets the Standard
From motorcycles to Monacos, McQueen didn’t just wear clothes—he embodied cool. Here’s how the original king of understated menswear rewrote the rules.
Mikey Madison’s Red Carpet Style Evolution: A Masterclass in Modern Glamour
From her first red carpet to awards season darling.
The Ultimate Guide to Travel Backpacks: 18 Top Picks for Every Journey
These packs prove their worth when everything goes according to plan, and during during travel’s inevitable disruptions.
Jet Set: Father’s Day Gifts for the Dad Who Loves to Travel
From Italian leather weekenders to noise-canceling headphones, these are the top travel gifts for dad this Father’s Day.
The Essentials With Shelcy and Christy Joseph: Cardigans, Bookstores and Conscious Style
From cashmere cardigans to face cleansers and Bushwick cafés, the NYCxClothes founders share their everyday must-haves.
Theater
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As NEA Cuts Hit Hard, Arts Groups Ready Their Fundraising Pitches
Hundreds of arts and culture nonprofits are facing uncertainty due to the National Endowment for the Arts revoking awards that fall outside of its “new priorities.”
Joanna Gleason’s Glowing Return to New York Theater
The Tony award winning actress shines in the family drama ‘We Had a World,’ and has also written and directed a new film, ‘The Grotto.’
‘Just in Time’ Review: Jonathan Groff Ignites Broadway in a Dazzling Tribute to Bobby Darin
Jonathan Groff delivers a whirlwind, show-stopping performance that redefines what a Broadway star can be. Though the musical’s biographical details are thin, Groff’s magnetic presence, athleticism and vocal brilliance light up the reimagined Circle in the Square, transforming a familiar jukebox format into a night of pure theatrical electricity.
Review: ‘Dead Outlaw’ Is An Exquisite Corpse and Killer Close to the Broadway Season
This darkly exhilarating musical has what is easily the best new score on Broadway, written by by David Yazbek and Erik Della Penna, and an irreverent yet wistful book by Itamar Moses.
Review: Not-Such-Happy Campers Vacation with Bereavement in ‘Grief Camp’
A group of teenagers retreat to the woods to process their feelings in playwright Eliya Smith’s thoughtful and elliptical dramedy.
Opera
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‘Schoenberg in Hollywood’ Lands in L.A.
Baritone Omar Ebrahim reprises his role in the Los Angeles production, reuniting with Karole Armitage after their original staging in Boston.
‘Giulio Cesare’ Versus ‘Antony and Cleopatra’: Round Two
Giulio Cesare is once again competing with Antony and Cleopatra, the latter this time a new work by John Adams that premiered at the Met on May 12.
Claus Guth’s ‘Salome’ at the Met Says the Quiet Part Loud
The final cistern scene, in which a blood-daubed Elza van den Heever as Salome finally kisses the head, is a masterstroke.
‘Ainadamar’ and the Death of Federico García Lorca Command the Stage at LA Opera
Composer Osvaldo Golijov and soprano Ana María Martínez reflect on how this historical tragedy echoes in today’s political atmosphere.
Soprano Elza van den Heever Is Tackling the Met’s ‘Salome’ Head On—or Off!
In early December, after the final two performances of Richard Strauss’ ‘Die Frau ohne Schatten’ at the Metropolitan Opera, something out of the ordinary happened.
Dance
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Imperial Vienna and Stormy Skies: Inside New York City Ballet’s 2025 Spring Gala
Spotted amongst the glitterati were Claire Danes, Michael Bloomberg, Debbie Harry and others, there for a dazzling performance of Balanchine’s ‘Vienna Waltzes.’
Gibney Company Brings Souls, Soles and a Prepared Piano to the Joyce
Three eclectic premieres by renowned choreographers come to New York City this weekend.
Poetry in Motion: Monica Bill Barnes & Company Brings Dance to the NYPL
A new dance-theater performance is showing at the New York Public Library’s most iconic building.
On International Dance Day, the Stars of Today Met the Stars of Tomorrow to Celebrate YAGP
As always, the performers were the evening’s real VIPs.
Misty, Mickalene and $1.3 Million: What You Missed at the Dance Theatre of Harlem’s 2025 Vision Gala
With Ava DuVernay on stage and more than a few notable dancers in the crowd, the cultural institution’s spring gala celebrated Darren Walker with purpose and style.
Tech
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Sam Altman-Backed Startup Aims to Add 10 Years to Human Life Through Stem Cell Tech
Retro Biosciences is advancing anti-aging therapies and stem cell innovations through global partnerships.
23andMe Has Found a Buyer—Here’s What Might Happen to Your Genetic Data
Regeneron acquires bankrupt 23andMe for $256M, taking over its DNA database and services while pledging to uphold privacy standards.
Outdated Laws Are Holding Back Veterinary Care in Texas
Dr. Eleanor Green sounds the alarm on Texas’ veterinary care crisis. Drawing on years of clinical and academic experience, she makes the case for telemedicine as a vital tool to expand access, ease clinician burnout and modernize a profession at a breaking point.
The Coming A.I. Catastrophe for Middle America’s Gen Z
Mark Minevich, a globally recognized A.I. strategist and advisor to Fortune 500s and world governments, unpacks new research revealing how woefully unprepared Gen Z in America’s heartland is for the A.I.-driven economy. While urban centers and elite institutions race ahead, students and workers in rural and lower-income regions are being left behind—with no clear policies, no practical training and no time to waste.
Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic Returns to Business After a 2-Year Pause
Virgin Galactic returns to space tourism with a new spacecraft, higher prices and plans to clear its 700-person backlog in a single year.
Finance
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Hedge Fund Billionaire Ken Griffin Loans Rare US Founding Documents for Public Display
Ken Griffin is giving $15 million and rare documents to the National Constitution Center ahead of America’s 250th anniversary.
Jamie Dimon Reaffirms Retirement Timeline as JPMorgan Eyes Successors
Jamie Dimon confirmed his plan to step down as JPMorgan CEO within five years during the bank’s investor day, saying succession planning is well underway and the firm has built a strong pipeline of leadership talent.
Walmart Executives Warn of Imminent Price Increases Despite Lowered Tariffs
“Even at the reduced levels, the higher tariffs will result in higher prices,” according to Doug McMillan, CEO of Walmart.
The Case for Positive-Sum Capitalism
In this compelling essay, Roy Swan—head of Mission Investments at the Ford Foundation—argues for a moral recalibration of capitalism. Drawing on Asimov’s robotics, Rawls’ philosophy and the economic cost of exclusion, Swan lays out a vision for a positive-sum future: one where corporate leaders, investors and policymakers align growth with justice.
Elon Musk Announces Starlink’s Expansion to Saudi Arabia During Trump’s Mideast Tour
Elon Musk joined Trump and other tech leaders in Riyadh to promote Starlink and Tesla robotaxis.
Media
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Unpacking British Shows’ Enduring Appeal to American Audiences
From Bridgerton to Bake Off, U.K. shows dominate U.S. streaming with smart drama, unscripted hits and quirky comedy—here’s why.
Dropping HBO Was a Mistake, and Warner Bros. Discovery Isn’t Afraid of Admitting It
Warner Bros. Discovery’s decision to revive the HBO Max brand marks a strategic recalibration toward premium storytelling and brand clarity.
Control, Consent and the Creator Economy
We’ve been taught to fear A.I. as the great corrupter of human creativity. But as Nic Young, co-founder of Oh, points out, the nightmare isn’t on the horizon—it’s here. Through a provocative parable of a Digital Twin gone rogue, Young reveals a deeper truth: many content creators are already trapped in exploitative relationships, not with machines, but with their human managers. A.I., in contrast, could be the tool that finally puts creators back in control.
Trump’s Proposed 100% Tariff on Foreign Movies Pushes Hollywood to the Edge
Tariffs risk further turmoil in an already fragile film industry.
A24’s $3.5B Valuation Pushes the Indie Studio Toward Blockbusters
As A24 scales beyond art house acclaim, its billion-dollar ambitions raise the stakes for Hollywood’s coolest brand.
Power Lists
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The 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.
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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 Gummies for Pain & Inflammation to Buy in 2025
Finding the best CBD gummies for pain and inflammation is made easy with this comprehensive review of leading brands. Colorado Botanicals earned the top spot among nine other brands that caught our attention.
10 Best CBD Companies to Buy From in 2025: Honest Reviews & Guide
Despite strong competition from nine impressive challengers, Colorado Botanicals tops our list of the best CBD companies to buy from in 2025.
5 Strongest CBD Gummies: Best CBD Gummies of 2025
We’ve compiled a list of the top 5 strongest CBD gummies for pain, sleep, anxiety and stress to save you time and money.
7 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.
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Legacy and Loss in the South and Self: An Interview with Rahim Fortune
“First and foremost, I’m interested in photographs of people, but I think that forgotten architecture is just as important to understanding history.”
In Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains, a Chance to Disconnect
A detour from Marrakech into the High Atlas Mountains offers an unexpectedly serene and immersive getaway.
Arcangelo Sassolino On Fluid Time and Sculpting the Present
The Italian artist challenges the static image of sculpture with work that is a choreography of instability and precision.
Why Sailing the Nile Is the Best Way to Explore Egypt
To fully experience Egypt’s treasures, traditions and timeless spirit, there’s no better path than the Nile.
The Hive Model: A Smarter Alternative to the ‘Hero CEO’ Myth
Philip Atkinson dismantles the myth of the lone genius executive. Drawing from decades of organizational consulting and an unlikely source—the inner workings of a beehive—Atkinson presents a sharper, more resilient model of leadership built on distributed power, specialization and collective intelligence.
Ilana Savdie Collapses Form, Flesh and Meaning in Her White Cube Debut
Ten new paintings conjure a volatile universe of abstract bodies and biomorphic forms in a state of perpetual transformation.
What CEOs Can Learn from the Boring Power of Mark Carney
David Pullan and Sarah Jane McKechnie, co-authors of ‘The DNA of Engagement,’ dissect the underrated leadership of Mark Carney—whose track record across finance, diplomacy and public service shows how technical mastery, strategic stillness and calibrated communication can outperform bravado. As consultants to global organizations, they draw out actionable lessons for CEOs confronting today’s high-stakes volatility.
Looking Back at 25 Years of Tate Turbine Hall Commissions
From Doris Salcedo’s ‘Shibboleth’ to Kara Walker’s anti-imperial fountain, the commissions have frequently challenged viewers to reckon with global history.
Building a Living Archive at the Guggenheim: An Interview with Rashid Johnson
“Art is a way to capture the wholeness of our existence.”
U-Haul Gallery’s Mobile Model Takes Art to the Streets
The nomadic gallery sidesteps New York’s art world infrastructure with a $29 truck rental and a concept that’s as punk as it is practical.
Screening at Cannes: Mascha Schilinski’s ‘Sound of Falling’
As visually innovative as it is thematically stunning—and buzzed about for the Cannes Palme d’Or—’Sound of Falling’ connects a century of women’s stories through a spiritual lens.
British Billionaire Jeremy Coller Funds A.I. Race to Understand Dolphin Language
The Coller Dolittle Challenge, an A.I. prize funded by billionaire Jeremy Coller, is giving $100,000 to researchers decoding dolphin sounds in a quest for interspecies communication.
Your Brain Wasn’t Built for This. Algorithms Know It.
Menka Sanghvi, author of ‘Your Best Digital Life’ and expert in mindfulness and digital habits, explores how we’ve outsourced decision-making to machines without noticing. Drawing on neuroscience, algorithmic culture and cognitive science, Sanghvi reveals the hidden costs of convenience—and offers a roadmap to reclaim your mental autonomy.
Satellite Collective’s Kevin Draper and Lora Robertson On Making Art in Turbulent Times
The second edition of SATELLITE TRIBECA fuses visual art, sound and social critique in a multi-pronged push for cultural change.
ChatGPT Is Becoming a Stand-In Doctor—Here’s What OpenAI Is Doing About It
As more people turn to ChatGPT for health concerns, OpenAI introduces a new benchmark to evaluate the safety and accuracy of its medical responses.
From Ramen-Making Class to Horseback Riding, Airbnb Pivots to Experiences and Services
Airbnb is rebranding with a sweeping launch of services, experiences and app updates designed to rival hotels and expand its lifestyle offerings.
The 10th Anniversary of ‘Fury Road’ and the Road We’re On
A decade after its release, the futuristic dystopia of ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ offers parallels to our current moment and points a way forward.
Sam Altman’s OpenAI Is Mulling a Data Center in the Middle East
As President Trump’s Middle East tour unfolds, OpenAI is advancing talks to build data center infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates, signaling a strategic shift in global A.I. development.