PM Modi unveiled a commemorative coin on the birth centenary of Bharat Ratna Bhupen Hazarika in Guwahati. The music of Bhupen Hazarika encompasses the concept of 'Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat', rooted in India's cultural traditions.
The Broadway Theatre in Rosebud, Australia, is back in business after a long hiatus. The art deco theatre, built almost 100 years ago, initially opened as a silent movie theatre in 1928. During World War II, it functioned as a dance hall.
Vienna Contemporary Fair continues to bridge Eastern and Western Europe. The fair, which took place at the Marx Halle in Vienna, Austria, saw a 60% increase in exhibitors from last year. This tightly curated edition was under the new director, who emphasized the importance of a strong fair in the region to attract 85% of tourists. The Austrian art market scene was highlighted as vibrant, echoing the spirit of Noughties Berlin.
The University of Pennsylvania Museum is preserving a collection of photographs documenting the destruction of Yazidi heritage sites in Sinjar, Iraq. The exhibit, which took place in April near the Syrian border, featured outdoor displays of nearly a century-old photographs. The event aimed to bring back memories threatened by the ethnic cleansing campaign, as described by Brunt, a postdoctoral student at the University of Victoria Libraries. The exhibit was seen as a beautiful way to revive memories, with one visitor recognizing his grandparents' hometown in Germany.
ArtStart is hosting a community block party on September 27 to celebrate the purchase of its building in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood. The event, free and family-friendly, will feature a performance by Hijinks Stilts at 3:45 p.m., music by Batucada do Norte, on-demand poems from the Poetry Bus, food trucks, and art-making activities. The celebration will take place at 1459 St. Clair Ave., where ArtStart's ArtScraps Creative Reuse Materials and Idea Center has been located for 32 years.
A collection of historical photos is being shared online, aiming to challenge viewers' perception of time. The images, taken by renowned photographer, Henri Cartier-Bresson, depict iconic events from the 20th century, including the 1969 moon landing and the 1986 Chernobyl disaster. The photos are accompanied by a caption that asks readers to guess the year in which each image was taken. The publication of these images is attributed to US reporter, Sophie Gable.
Christian Siriano's New York Fashion Week spring 2026 collection transformed the Macy's Herald Square department store into a cinematic universe, featuring black-and-white gowns and full Technicolor looks. The VIP guestlist was straight out of Hollywood, with celebrities like Oprah, Lizzo, and Coco Rocha in attendance. The collection drew inspiration from Marlene Dietrich's style, blending feminine and masculine elements. Siriano showcased a range of textures, including plaid sequin, polka dot, and stripes, before transitioning to full color.
G Flip, a 31-year-old musician from Melbourne, has opened up about starting a family with Chrishell Stause. In an interview, G Flip discussed their struggles in the US music industry and the release of a powerful new album. Despite achieving ARIA award success, G Flip has found it challenging to make it in the US market. However, they have expressed their commitment to always calling Australia home.
Hollyland's WeConnect 2025 event celebrated global creativity and cultural exchange with a festive finale. The initiative, which aimed to connect cultural inspiration with skill development, expanded participants' creative toolkits and integrated technological tools. The Sound Museum was a highlight, where attendees shared auditory impressions from their daily lives, languages, and emotions, resulting in 5044 contributions. The project became a collective "Hörbrücke" (listening bridge), connecting cultures through shared sounds and emphasizing the core theme of cultural integration. The Hello World project visualized this vision, with participants creating works under the motto "A fresh perspective on the familiar." The Theme Song Lab made viewers co-creators, with users creating music that embodied culture and regional connections. The initiative received over 11,000 likes and 500 heartfelt comments.