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Saturday, July 5, 2025

1 Ottoman piastre, featuring the tughra, minted under Sultan Abdulhamid I, c. 1773

10 Palestinian pounds, 1944

1 Palestinian mils, 1927, with "Palestine" written in English, Arabic, and Hebrew

2 Ottoman budju, minted under Sultan Mahmud II, c. 1823

1 Palestinian pound, 1929

Pre-partition Palestinian coins

Numismatic imagery and representation until 1948

A photo featuring grey balloons, capturing a moment from my 30th birthday celebration

My plot twist before the big 3-0

Thirty, unscripted, and unbothered

An obese boy holding cutlery, ready to eat

The hidden danger on our plates

How ultra-processed foods fuel childhood obesity

With the horizon in the background, the open book symbolizes the promise that "the border is always open" for those willing to embark on literary adventures, where the visa never expires and the invitation is perpetually extended

The literary passport: how books take us beyond ourselves

How deep reading, like travel, expands our identity and enriches our understanding of what it means to be human

On the Street

Robert Bateman. Three Women Plucking Mandrakes

Architecture & Design

Robert Bateman. The Lost Pre-Raphaelite

An interview with Nigel Daly, the owner and discoverer of Biddulph Old Hall, in England

Mental illness

Science & Technology

Who is Mentally Ill and Who Isn’t?

A clinical psychologist explains

Zhang Peili, A Gust of Wind (Zeng feng) (2008). Five-Channel/five-screen video projection (PAL), silent/colour, 13’14” with objects preserved from the film set destroyed during shooting, dimensions variable. © Boers-Li Gallery, Beijing. Courtesy of the artist and Boers-Li Gallery

Interview with Paul Gladston

Contemporary Chinese art and contemporaneity

My first trip to Beijing

Stratospheric musings

Life is fascinating once you pay attention to what is taking place

Keep running - Nike Women's Half Marathon DC © The Q Speaks

Bright, bold and Beautiful

Fitness Fashion Evolution

The current humanitarian situation is one of the worst in the world

Economy & Politics

Global migration and humanitarian action

It's time to address the cause of forced migration, not build more walls

Architecture & Design

Futuristic green architecture seamlessly merges with nature in the heart of a bustling city, illuminated by the soft glow of sunrise

The future of tactical urbanism

Innovation with sustainability in long-term urban development

Khoo Teck Puat Hospital is a 795-bed general and acute care hospital located at Yishun in Singapore

Healthcare architecture for better patient outcomes

How patient-centered spaces are redefining care with nature, innovation, and compassion

Art

Pregnant sculpture of Alison Lapper Marc Quinn

Young British artists: shock, spectacle, and the sublime

How the YBAs transformed art through confrontations with mortality and identity

Knossos, city in ancient Crete, capital of the legendary king Minos, and the principal centre of the Minoan, the earliest of the Aegean civilizations, Crete, Greece

Collapse at Knossos Greece

Iconic fresco falls, sparking outrage over neglect

Culture

This embrace of diverse individuals illustrates the ethical shift where international policy must prioritize human well-being, moving beyond abstract statistics to concrete improvements in people's lives

From mankind to humanity

A generational dialogue on strategy, compassion, and the cost of war

Marsha P. Johnson, Joseph Ratanski and Sylvia Rivera in 1973 by Gary LeGault

Queer history: a global journey to equality

Queer figures through mythology and history

Economy & Politics

A robot's hands gently holding a smartphone, showcasing intricate details of its metallic structure and the phone's screen

Artificial Intelligence and societal decline

Is the technological development we’ve been yearning for actually a detriment to society?

Protesters rally in London during the 'Put It to the People' march, demanding a final public vote on Brexit or the revocation of Article 50, UK

Keir Starmer should not be afraid of cutting taxes

Starmer may find Liz Truss’s legacy of failed tax cuts off-putting. But that is a wasted opportunity

Entertainment

A Sims house set on a grassy landscape, showcasing the virtual world of The Sims

Why we keep coming back to The Sims

The appeal of creative freedom and control in a virtual world

Archaeological cave paintings, created by primitive humans, offer a glimpse into the early expressions of art, reflecting their beliefs, daily life, and connection to the natural world

The first notes of humanity

From bone flutes to rhythmic rituals

Fashion

Geometric Pre-Hispanic pattern

The enduring influence of pre-Columbian fashion

How Mayan, Incan, and Aztec textile traditions shape modern Latin American style and global fashion trends

Tyga poses with talented dancers during the recording of his latest music video

How hip-hop transformed streetwear into high fashion

Exploring the evolution of streetwear, key influencers, and the future of fashion integration

Feature

Woman (‘Sien’) seated near the stove - Vincent van Gogh

We’re not in a good place—we’re in different places

A quiet unraveling, a plea to be seen, and the brave decision to choose peace over pretending

Delphi by Edward Lear features the Phaedriades

7 cities, 7 sages, and one Apollo: god of order and light

A sacred center for wisdom, culture, and science in Delphi’s timeless light

Food & Wine

A champagne glass filled with a refreshing mimosa, accompanied by a vibrant brunch table set with delicious cocktails and food

The bottomless brunch

A social ritual in Northern England

Smoothie bowls topped with fresh fruits, vibrant glasses of colorful smoothies, and refreshing fruit-infused beverages make for delicious and healthy breakfast options

Freeze-dried fruits vs. conventional drying methods

Nutritional advantages, uses, and delicious recipes for freeze-dried fruits

Science & Technology

A sleek Waymo robotaxi cruises through San Francisco, symbolizing the city’s leap into an autonomous driving future

Driverless cars in San Francisco

A firsthand look at the rise of autonomous vehicles in the Golden City

A woman with stomach problems drinking probiotic shots

The gut-brain connection

The link between gut health, mental well-being, and traditional Indian diets for optimal health

Sport

From Rosario to the world stage, Messi’s journey is one of passion, persistence, and profound impact © Illustration by Paola Bilancieri

Lionel Messi: a magician and humanitarian

The unseen depths of a football legend's brilliance and compassion

A man being scanned by a digital health app to track his health and progress

The future of fitness

Functional strength, mobility, and community

Travel

Yogyakarta, Jogja, Indonesia - known for its cultural art and traditional heritage

Explore the enchantment of Jogja

A memorable escape to Yogyakarta beaches, fine dining, night life and adventures

A car of the Luftseilbahn Wasserauen-Ebenalp in front of the landscape around Appenzell, Switzerland

Appenzellerland, heart of the Alps

Grassy hills, delicacies and tradition

Wellness

Women practicing yoga and exercise to stay healthy and boost metabolism

How to boost your metabolism?

Separating fact from fiction to help you manage weight and stay healthy

An elderly couple staying strong, active and connected—simple daily habits like these have great benefits on health

How to live longer and better

Evidence based habits to boost your health, energy and life span

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Jason Lysons, Coleman. Courtesy of Peninsula Gallery

5 — 27 Jul 2025 at the Peninsula Gallery in Lewes, United States

Various artists, The sweet escape, exhibition view. Courtesy of Upstream Gallery

The sweet escape

5 Jul — 2 Aug 2025 at the Upstream Gallery in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Mary Carlson, Summer garden, exhibition view. Courtesy of Kerry Schuss Gallery

9 — 25 Jul 2025 at Kerry Schuss Gallery in New York, United States

Jackie Saccoccio, Interrupted grid (C64) (detail), 2007. Courtesy of Van Doren Waxter Gallery

Summer group exhibition

9 Jul — 28 Aug 2025 at Van Doren Waxter in New York, United States

Todd Weaver, Malibu evening surf, 2020. Courtesy of Fahey/Klein Gallery

10 Jul — 6 Sep 2025 at the Fahey/Klein Gallery in Los Angeles, United States

Alex Katz, White lotus 2, 2023. Courtesy of Gray Gallery

11 Jul — 20 Sep 2025 at Gray Gallery in Chicago, United States

Various artists, VHS dreams, the art of Ghana’s mobile cinema (detail). Courtesy of Beyond the Streets Gallery

VHS dreams, the art of Ghana’s mobile cinema

11 Jul — 23 Aug 2025 at Beyond The Streets in Los Angeles, United States

Susan Goethel Campbell, Aegean narrative no. 3, 2025. Courtesy of David Klein Gallery

11 Jul — 23 Aug 2025 at David Klein Gallery in Detroit, United States

Coulter Fussell, Side by side, exhibition view. Courtesy of March Gallery

12 — 25 Jul 2025 at March Gallery in New York, United States

Giacomo Piussi, Tennis court by the sea, 2025. Courtesy of the Robin Rice Gallery

Friends of friends

12 Jul — 1 Sep 2025 at the Robin Rice Gallery in Hudson, United States

Patrick Puckett, Hyperborea (detail). Courtesy of Wally Workman Gallery

Large vision models. The lions of enchantment

12 Jul — 3 Aug 2025 at the Wally Workman Gallery in Austin, United States

Art Fair on the Square, past edition, exhibition view. Courtesy of Art Fair on the Square

67th Art Fair on the Square

12 — 13 Jul 2025 at Art Fair on the Square in Madison, United States

Tim Garwood, Blue moor (detail), 2025. Courtesy of Philip Martin Gallery

Wave to the wind

12 Jul — 20 Sep 2025 at Philip Martin Gallery in Los Angeles, United States

Kris Calnan, Rte. 137, Near Parker Rd., Jaffrey, NH (detail). Courtesy of Bowery Gallery

New Hampshire landscapes

15 Jul — 2 Aug 2025 at the Bowery Gallery in New York, United States

Germaine Richier, La sauterelle (Die heuschrecke), 1946/1956. Courtesy of Lower Belvedere

Wotruba international

17 Jul 2025 — 11 Jan 2026 at Lower Belvedere in Vienna, Austria

Matt Wedel, Flower tree (MWS25-019), 2025. Courtesy of Contemporary Art Matters

And they will bloom

17 Jul — 29 Aug 2025 at Contemporary Art Matters in Columbus, United States

Ann Arbor Art Fair, past edition, exhibition view. Courtesy of Ann Arbor Art Fair

Ann Arbor Art Fair 2025 edition

17 — 19 Jul 2025 at the Ann Arbor Art Fair in Ann Arbor, United States

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