The TIFF Unlimited Caravan will feature a diverse lineup of films, including Anora, directed by Sean Baker and starring Angelina Jolie as Maria Callas, and Flow, an Oscar-winning animated feature directed by Gints Zilbalodis. Romanian cinema is also well represented with screenings of Moromeții 3 by Stere Gulea, Nasty by Tudor Giurgiu, Cristian Pascariu, and Tudor D. Popescu, as well as Hoții de subiecte directed by Tudor Petremarin.
Yunus Emre Museum Honors Turkish Calligraphic Arts Heritage
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The Yunus Emre Museum of Calligraphic Arts, founded in 2023 at Anadolu University, is located in Eskişehir's Historical Odunpazarı Houses District. The museum showcases a vast collection focused on writing history, calligraphy, and graphic design, honoring the principles of love, tolerance, and humanity embodied by Sufi poet Yunus Emre.
ZeeArts Gallery's SDGs Through Art Auction Success
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The SDGs through Arts initiative, launched by ZeeArts Gallery in collaboration with the UN-UAE, has seen enthusiastic participation from art collectors and philanthropists at its auction. The project, curated by Zaahirah Muthy, has successfully completed editions in various locations including Dubai, Mauritius, Seychelles, Bangladesh, Iraq, Comoros, Lebanon, Reunion, Switzerland, Germany, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Oman, The Netherlands, Rodrigues Island, Madagascar and India.
K-pop group aespa won seven awards at the 2024 Melon Music Awards, while Japanese duo Yoasobi was also scheduled to perform at the event. The ceremony will be hosted by Kakao Entertainment on November 30th at Incheon's Mohegan Inspire. This year's Melon Music Awards saw changes in its voting formula, with digital music performance now accounting for 60% of the score, followed by popular vote and expert evaluation. Additionally, only paid subscribers to the streaming platform will be able to purchase tickets for the event, aimed at blocking unauthorized ticket sales.
Korean pop music critic Lim Jin-mo views "KPop Demon Hunters" as a significant milestone in K-pop's global popularity, likening it to another Netflix hit "Squid Game". The film has received praise from US entertainment publication Variety, which calls it a "standout performer" on the soundtrack. Entertainment website Collider highlights actor Ahn Hyo-seop's charming performance as Jinu, bringing impact to the demonic K-pop rivals Huntrix.
Blackpink's new artwork features the chart-topping artist clad in black lingerie, surrounded by flower bouquets, with an initial "M. B. F." on a card she holds. This comes a month after controversy over the original album cover, which sparked praise and criticism for its daring yet potentially offensive image. The new artwork is a departure from the previous one, which featured Blackpink's member Rosé in a provocative pose alongside a man.
Cardi B attended several fashion shows, including the Schiaparelli and Ashi Studio events, wearing various outfits that included a red rose dress, semi-sheer lace gown, and dramatic fringed gowns. She also brought a live crow to an event. Her personal life has been subject to speculation after she went Instagram official with NFL star Stefon Diggs but deleted photos of them together, leading fans to believe their romance may be over.
Catherine Channels Royal Style in Dior's Pink Jacket
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Princess Catherine made a fashion statement during her French state visit by wearing a pale pink jacket from luxury label Dior, specifically the 30 Montaigne Rose Des Vents Bar Jacket designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri. This marked a nod to Princess Margaret and Princess Diana, who were also fond of the brand.
Chanel celebrated its 110th anniversary of haute couture by rebuilding its legendary Rue Cambon salon in the Grand Palais, transforming it into a supersized set for Paris Couture Week. The house marked a century and more of Coco Chanel's revolution in women's fashion, showcasing its legacy from tiny salons to its modern colossus. Guests including Penelope Cruz, Keira Knightley, Naomi Campbell, and Kirsten Dunst attended the show, describing it as "intimate yet monumental" with a classic Chanel aesthetic.