The Melbourne Rare Book Fair is showcasing the world's oldest printed object, a 1250-year-old print of Buddhist prayers, alongside the first illustrated edition of Pride and Prejudice and one of Sigmund Freud's personal letters.
Singaporeans Colin Quek and Tan Guan Yong are among those powering the excitement for this year's National Day Parade, marking Singapore's 60th birthday on August 9, 2025.
Steve McCurry's Powerful Images Spark Global Conscience
8.1.25
Veteran photographer Steve McCurry believes that shocking images have the power to awaken the world's conscience, as seen in recent images from Gaza that have garnered global attention despite months of reports on a humanitarian crisis.
The Art Gallery of Ontario and the Royal Ontario Museum will remain open on Mondays during the long weekend, with extended hours for the former. The Toronto Zoo will also be open from 9:30 a.m., while the CN Tower will stay open until 9:30 p.m. Canada's Wonderland will have a special fireworks display on Sunday night. Casa Loma and the Aga Khan Museum will follow regular hours, but with earlier closing times for its gardens.
Warner's Mirror Adjustment Project Sparks Debate Among Photographers
8.1.25
Warner's mirror adjustment project has sparked debate among photographers, with some finding it "completely pointless" due to its minor imperfections. However, the response from enthusiasts suggests that many are eager for a revised version of the mirrors, indicating a strong demand for precision in photography equipment.
Dubai's Global Encounters Festival Unites Youth Leaders Globally
7.31.25
Dubai's Global Encounters Festival is a celebration of unity, service, and excellence that aims to empower the next generation of changemakers through art, sports, and civic leadership. The festival, hosted by Dubai World Trade Centre Authority, aligns with the UAE's Year of Community 2025, promoting inclusion, sustainability, and innovation. With over 25,000 expected visitors from more than 200 nationalities, the event is expected to deliver a world-class experience that matches the ambition and energy of this remarkable youth-led gathering.
Erksan's 'Dark World' Censored by Turkish Authorities
7.31.25
A new exhibition at Salt Galata in Istanbul delves into the censored history of "Dark World," a film originally directed by Metin Erksan and written by Bedri Rahmi Eyüboğlu, which tells the story of legendary folk poet Âşık Veysel. The film was shot in rural Anatolia's Sivrialan village and Ürgüp town, but underwent significant changes following censorship rulings issued by the Central Film Control Commission in Ankara between 1952 and 1953. These edits, including staged footage from Istanbul, altered the narrative to reflect Turkey's agricultural modernization agenda, transforming the film into a vehicle for state propaganda.
LG Electronics has partnered with the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA) to launch "MMCA×LG OLED Series 2025 –TZUSOO," an inaugural exhibition featuring 88 LG OLED screens. The project, starting August 1, 2025, will explore the intersection of art and technology through a large-scale digital installation by Korean media artist TZUSOO at MMCA Seoul's iconic Seoul Box until February 1, 2026.
Loribelle Spirovski Wins Archibald Prize People's Choice Award
7.31.25
Manila-born artist Loribelle Spirovski won the 2025 Archibald Prize People's Choice award for her portrait of yidaki (didgeridoo) virtuoso William Barton. The painting was created after a month-long delay due to Spirovski's hand injury, which she attributes to scoliosis and long hours spent painting. Despite initial doubts about doing justice to Barton, Spirovski accepted the $5000 prize, saying it came at a time when she had considered giving up her art career.