The Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) festival has released a community-made FAQ document providing detailed information on various aspects of the event, including wristband distribution and ticket tiers. The document also offers practical advice, such as bringing a bandana for comfort and specific guidelines for car decorations using acrylic paint.
https://www.ocregister.com/2025/04/19/coachella-2025-they-spend-months-planning-to-bring-their-plans-to-fruition-in-the-desert/Indonesia's Minister of Culture Fadli Zon announced the establishment of National Keris Day at Brawijaya University in Malang, East Java, to commemorate the first national congress of the Indonesian National Keris Secretariat (SNKI) held in Surakarta, Central Java. The keris was recognized by UNESCO in 2005 and has been listed as a world intangible cultural heritage since 2008. Zon emphasized the importance of preserving the keris and other cultural treasures like wayang puppet theater through stronger collaboration among governments, academic institutions, and cultural communities.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/352269/indonesia-declares-april-19-as-national-keris-day?utm_source=antaranews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_campaign=top_newsA giant whale sculpture made from ocean plastic waste has been installed in London, sparking concerns that it may contain debris from the 2011 tsunami. The sculpture, created by artist Junichi Kawanishi, is composed of over 100 tons of plastic waste collected from the ocean. Experts are now examining the material to determine if any of the debris came from the 2011 tsunami, which devastated Japan and triggered a global awareness about marine pollution.
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250420/p2g/00m/0na/006000cA group of Zimbabwean artists, including an Oxford alumnus and a professor of African history, initially planned a large project to commemorate Cecil Rhodes in Oxford, but faced funding issues. The project was scaled down after Oriel College provided £10,000 for a smaller exhibition. Richard Pantlin, the Oxford alumnus and co-founder of OZAP, hopes that the project can be revived in the future, despite the initial setback.
https://apnews.com/article/zimbabwe-stone-sculpture-art-colonialism-3f8140bbb2188dc868aebb49764c7b75Donetsk Regional State Administration is planning a series of exhibitions to showcase the region's rich history beyond its association with war and destruction. The first exhibition, featuring recreated Easter eggs from the destroyed Mariupol museum, will be held in Kyiv, highlighting the cultural heritage of Ukraine.
https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-society/3983888-photo-exhibition-dedicated-to-sviatohirsk-lavra-opens-in-donetsk-region.htmlChancellor Rachel Reeves has removed 31 artworks from No 11, including portraits of Sir Isaac Newton and former prime ministers William Pitt and Henry Pelham, in favor of abstract paintings depicting "Covid anxiety" and social distancing. The new collection includes works by artists Donna Coleman and Gillian Wearing, which have been met with criticism from Alex Burghart, Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, who accused Reeves of being ashamed to celebrate British history and tradition.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14628819/31-works-axed-Rachel-Reeves-art-vandals-ashamed-British.htmlSan Diego's mayor is facing opposition to proposed budget cuts that could affect the city's arts and cultural institutions. The Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center, which relies on public funding for youth programs, may be impacted. Gloria defended the cuts, citing economic reality, while Talamantez urged reconsideration, highlighting the struggle of local artists who rely on public support to create high-quality work.
https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/san-diego-arts-face-potential-funding-cuts-in-mayors-proposed-budget/509-2858629a-d5b9-4a56-9ede-b59eb5a21f4fSharjah, UAE, is gearing up to receive the 2024 World Book Capital title, following Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's announcement as the 2025 host city. Director Marwa Al Aqroubi emphasized Sharjah's commitment to supporting fellow cities through sharing its experience and expertise gained during its 2019 World Book Capital year. The initiative championed cultural diversity, knowledge sharing, and books as catalysts for community growth.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/news/2025/04/20/sharjah-shares-sustainable-cultural-model-in-franceJapanese artist Tamayama, 34, has held the youngest solo show at a museum, with his work featuring recurring motifs from his first job as a janitor, including mops. His exhibition "Past Works Floors" at Gasbon Metabolism in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture, includes pieces like "Pipeline (Mop)" and "Models (Pair, 6 sets, 12 rings)", a 20-meter long sculpture of suspended mobiles.
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