Art
The Chilling, Little Known History of Nuclear Experiments in the US Southwest
In From Dust Cara Despain lays bare that dark chapter of US history when the government tested nuclear weapons on its own soil.
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Community
A View From the Easel During Times of Quarantine
This week, artists reflect on quarantining from their studios in Brooklyn, Florence, MA, Los Angeles, and Nassau, NY.
Film
Hillbilly Elegy Tries, and Fails, to Understand the Working Class
Based on the memoir by J.D. Vance, this film adaptation is the latest big piece of Hollywood poverty porn disguised as Oscar bait.
Film
A Queer Twist on the Incredibly Heteronormative Holiday Romcom Genre
In Happiest Season, Kristen Stewart stars in a Clea Duvall-directed story about a woman head over heels with another who won’t come out.
Art
Whimsical, Giant Nests Take Root in Reina Sofia’s Crystal Palace
Petrit Halilaj’s To a raven and hurricanes is at its most successful in liminal gestures that emphasize sensation over the display of identities.
Interview
Errol Morris On the Idea of Truth, LSD, and Finding the Right Subjects
The veteran documentarian talks about his new film My Psychedelic Love Story, the war on drugs, and whether I'm being manipulated by the government.
Books
The Best Books of 2020, According to the New York Public Library
The library released its anticipated lists of the year’s best titles, including books for teens, kids, adults, and poetry.
News
Internet Sleuths Locate Mysterious Monolith in Utah
Visitors have already started to show up at the site of the unusual, reflective monolith in the remote canyons of Utah.
Store
The Art-Inspired Holiday Gift Guide
Find the perfect gifts for friends and family.
Art
A Stirring Tribute Honors Voices Lost and Living with HIV/AIDS
Hear Me comes at a time when the ability to gather and grieve is as difficult as it is sorely needed. Fittingly, the NYC AIDS Memorial will debut the outdoor, touch-free installation starting December 1, for World AIDS Day.
News
Following Peaceful Protest, Cuban State Security Traps Artists in Apartment
Seven of them have been on hunger strike for more than 140 hours after police intercepted attempts by a neighbor to drop off food and supplies.
News
Majority of Faculty at Philadelphia’s University of the Arts Vote to Unionize
In a ballot count on November 24, 99% voted “yes” to join the United Academics of Philadelphia.