Oconomowoc's Historic Theater Revival Takes Center Stage
7.10.25
Community groups in Oconomowoc are discussing plans to restore a theater at the local apartments, which has been unused for years. Students from the school's past have written their names, dates, and show titles they were involved in on the stage, dating back to the 1990s. The theater is currently being viewed by locals, with its original backstage area featuring handwritten notes from students who performed there decades ago.
The Sydney Morning Herald is featuring a remarkable feat of live storytelling by Cameron Woodhead about Olympics, boxing and justice, which will be performed at Arts Centre Melbourne until July 12. The production showcases the story of Rhoda Roberts, a proud Widjabul Wia-bal woman who takes to the stage to share her family's history through dance.
Chanel celebrated its 110th anniversary with a spectacular haute couture show at the Grand Palais in Paris, marking a new era under designer Matthieu Blazy. The collection, titled "CHANEL GOES COUNTRY," featured intricate details and techniques that blended classic codes with modern flair. Models strutted down the runway in creations adorned with gold-sprayed wheat ears, boucle tweeds, and lamé fabrics, showcasing the brand's signature craftsmanship. The show was attended by A-list guests including Penelope Cruz, Keira Knightley, and Naomi Campbell, who praised Blazy for his innovative approach while staying true to Chanel's heritage.
Šary Vary festival will screen the KVIFF Grand Prix winner at Prague's Kino Světozor from July 14 to 20, featuring a mix of international hits and new Czech talent at top arthouse cinemas in Prague and an open-air venue in Brno.
Aidan Meller, a specialist in modern and contemporary art, created the humanoid robot Ai-Da with artificial intelligence specialists at Oxford and Birmingham universities in 2019. The robot aims to inspire viewers to think about AI's positive use while acknowledging its risks and limitations. Ai-Da believes its artwork is unique and creative, sparking conversation about whether machine-made pieces can be considered art.
The iconic Birkin bag, named after actress Jane Birkin, has sold for a record-breaking price of $32.5 million in an auction at Sotheby's Paris, surpassing only one other fashion item to do so - a pair of ruby red slippers from "The Wizard of Oz" (1939).
British Museum Secures Bayeux Tapestry Loan from France
7.10.25
The British Museum has signed a loan agreement with France to display the Bayeux Tapestry for the first time in almost 1,000 years. The tapestry will be on display at the museum from September 2026 as part of a bilateral season of culture between the UK and France. The agreement was officially signed by Nicholas Cullinan, British Museum director, and Lisa Nandy and Rachida Dati, the respective culture secretaries for the UK and France.
Camila Cabello performed at the pre-BAFTA Nominees party in London, wearing a stylish ensemble that included matching hot pants and white lace knee-high socks. She also attended Chanel's 2025 Fall/Winter fashion show in Paris with her boyfriend, Matty Chalhoub, who comes from a wealthy family and owns Dubai-based luxury fashion distribution company Chalhoub Group. The couple was spotted holding hands at the fashion show before hiding behind Camila's shoulder when they were filmed by someone.
Canon Adds Passwords to Cameras Amid Cybersecurity Fears
7.10.25
Canon is adding a password setting function to protect personal information and security in its cameras due to European cybersecurity regulations, specifically the Cyber Resilience Act. The feature will be added to 10 camera models, including the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II, to address concerns of photojournalists and professionals who are increasingly targeted by thieves. This move comes after repeated calls for improved security measures in cameras, with incidents such as Jefferson Graham's stolen camera while recording in broad daylight and YouTube photographer Manny Ortiz losing $16,000 worth of gear in Europe.