Art
A Gaza Biennale Takes Shape Amid Loss and Ruin
The show will center “the Palestinian narrative, the Palestinian story, and the Palestinian cause,” said artist Tasneem Shatat.
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Photographer Charged for Alleged Role in January 6 Riot
Patrick Gorski faces a felony offense for his participation in the deadly insurrection, including joining mobs pushing against police officers.
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“Why Can’t I Speak, Germany?” Says Nan Goldin in Searing Speech
At the opening of her Neue Nationalgalerie retrospective, the artist expressed solidarity with Palestine and lambasted the German government’s support for Israel.
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Venice Biennale Sees Second-Highest Turnout in Its History
This year’s edition drew over half a million visitors, still fewer than its 2022 edition.
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Activists Get Prison Time for Dumping Powder on Constitution Case
Although the historical document was unscathed, the two protesters were charged with “felony destruction of government property.”
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Yto Barrada to Represent France at Next Venice Biennale
The French-Moroccan artist is known for poignant works exploring border communities, migration, climate change, and cross-cultural dialogue.
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Magritte Painting Becomes Most Expensive Surrealist Work Ever Sold
The Belgian artist's uncanny scene sold for a whopping $121.16 million at auction.
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Everyone Wants This Leopard Print Highlighter
There’s just one problem: It doesn’t exist.
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Chicano Art Patron Cheech Marin Gets Life-Sized Bronze Statue
Artist Ignacio Gómez’s sculpture depicts Cheech with open arms in a gesture of warm welcome to visitors outside his namesake arts center.
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House Passes Dystopian Bill Targeting Nonprofits
The Republican-led bill would give President Trump the power to strip organizations of their tax-exempt status if they are deemed “terrorism-supporting.”
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Banana Artwork Sells for $6.2 Million
Tonight's top bidder didn't acquire a “part of history” — he bought a banana and a roll of tape.
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Italian Authorities Seize Etruscan Antiquities Looted by “Clumsy” Tomb Raiders
The artifacts date back to the third century BCE and may be worth upwards of €8 million.