Singaporeans Imagine Future at SG60 Heart&Soul Experience
7.29.25
The SG60 Heart&Soul Experience is an immersive storytelling event in Singapore that invites visitors to imagine their future through interactive installations and personalized narratives. The exhibition, co-organized by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) and the National Library Board (NLB), features a 60-90 minute ticketed experience at Orchard Library, accompanied by non-ticketed installations at Orchard Central and Gateway. Visitors can create a personalized avatar using their photo or select from a curated library, which will be used to generate a video trailer of themselves in the future. The exhibition is powered by generative AI and aims to inspire optimism and confidence in Singaporeans as they look ahead to the next 60 years.
The Sydney Morning Herald is reporting on a unique art installation at one of Sydney's busiest metro stations, where an artwork is taking flight above the platform, captivating commuters. The artist has created this interactive piece to challenge people's perceptions of space and create a sense of wonder.
A public art project featuring moose sculptures in Toronto's downtown area was a success, according to artist Teri Donovan. The project, which included works by multiple artists with diverse styles, was inspired by then-mayor Mel Lastman and McDonald's Canada founder George Cohon. One of the sculptures, the Bay Street Moose, was auctioned for $25,000, with proceeds going to charity. Artist Davies expressed her enthusiasm for a similar project, citing its inspirational value to the public.
The book "Super Visible" aims to shift focus from comic books to a broader exploration of women characters in history and culture, drawing parallels with scholarly works like Jill Lepore's Wonder Woman biography and Stanley Kubrick's visual compendium. This approach is timely, coinciding with the release of Fantastic Four: The First Steps, starring Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, who plays a pregnant mom figure that reflects the book's goals.
The Association of Pakistan Textile Mills and Manufacturers (APTMA) has written to Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik, urging him to correct the gas sector trajectory and curb growing circular debt. APTMA Secretary General Shahid Sattar argued that high gas tariffs have made it uneconomical for textile units to operate Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems, forcing them to shift to grid electricity at a higher cost. The association cited chronic grid instability as another major challenge, with repeated outages causing production losses of over Rs 3 million. APTMA emphasized the efficiency of CHP systems, which offer combined thermal and electrical efficiency of 65-85%, compared to 52% for RLNG-based government plants. The textile industry's stagnant exports and risk of further erosion are threatened by high energy costs and unreliable supply, with global buyers prioritizing low-emission sourcing.
Milwaukee Irish Fest 2025 will feature over 100 music and cultural acts across 18 stages, including performances by Cherish the Ladies, Skerryvore, Strange Boy, and the Gardiner Brothers. The festival will also include a cultural village, shopping marketplace vendors, an Irish language workshop tent, a literary corner, and a theatre pavilion. Traditional Irish fare, Jameson Whiskey areas, Lakefront Brewery firkin taps, and Guinness-flavored donuts from the Tipperary Tea Room will be available. The festival's hours are 5-10 p.m. on Aug. 14, 4-11 p.m. on Aug. 15, noon-11 p.m. on Aug. 16, and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. on Aug. 17.
Pakistan's power consumers are set to receive a significant refund of Rs53.4 billion due to a negative quarterly tariff adjustment by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra). The Central Power Purchasing Agency-Guaranteed (CPPA-G) has petitioned for the reduction, citing lower capacity payments following negotiations with independent and government power producers. K-Electric consumers will also benefit from the approved relief.
Performa, a New York-based organization founded by RoseLee Goldberg, will celebrate its 20th anniversary with the 2025 edition of its biennial event in New York City from November 1 to 23. The event has evolved significantly since its inception as a radical experiment, reflecting changes in the role of performance over the past two decades.
Design expert Terri Tan suggests refinishing a home by replacing outdated fixtures with statement pieces in aged brass or satin titanium, and installing floor-to-ceiling curtains in luxurious fabrics like linen, velvet, or silk-look material to create a refined atmosphere.