August 9, 2024
European Art

The Met to Reopen 45 Newly Installed European Paintings Galleries on November 20, 2023

Press release Dates: November 20, 2023–OngoingLocation: The Met Fifth Avenue, Galleries 600–644Look Again: European Paintings 1300–1800 will highlight new narratives and juxtapositions among more than 700 works of art, following an approximately five-year-long project to replace the galleries’ skylights The Metropolitan Museum of Art will reopen its full suite of 45 galleries

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Rupert Myer calls for a Ministerial Council for the Arts

Today (Wednesday 15 November), Rupert Myer AO delivered a National Press Club Address on the theme, ‘Becoming a Cultural Powerhouse’.   Myer has long been respected for his helicopter view over the health of the arts and vision regarding the sector, offering sound advice to reshape it, often coming in the wake of tough times. His

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‘Women in Revolt’: British feminist art from the 1970s and 1980s takes over Tate Britain

From crochet to photos and life-sized installations, feminist art from the 1970s and 1980s has taken over Tate Britain in London. ADVERTISEMENT Projected onto a wall is a 1977 video installation by Gina Birch, the bassist of the post-punk rock band The Raincoats, created during her time as a student at Hornsey School of Art, alongside

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European B-Schools Launch A Wave Of New Programs

Imperial College is among four B-schools to announce new degree programs on November 13 Early holiday gifts arrived across Europe for prospective business school students November 13, when four top B-schools announced three new degree programs that will launch in 2024. Imperial College Business School in London announced the September 2024 launch of a new

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Nothing is Bringing iMessage To Its Android Phone

Nothing Phone 2 owners get blue bubbles now. The company shared it has added iMessage to its newest phone through a new “Nothing Chats” app powered by the messaging platform Sunbird. From a report: The feature will be available to users in North America, the EU, and other European countries starting this Friday, November 17th.

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Cool Course: City as Text

“Through the combination of critical excursions, theoretical readings, and conversations with local policymakers and activists, students have access to a sophisticated understanding of the rich complexity of the city,” says Buenos Aires course instructor Cecilia Palmeiro, an expert on Argentinian and Brazilian literature and gender issues. The habit of deep critical engagement with a location

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UW Symphony Orchestra to Present ‘Sibelius’ 3rd’ Nov. 16

University of Wyoming Department of Music Professor Michael Griffith will conduct the UW Symphony Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall. A set of Eastern European folk dances, a Brazilian piano concerto and a Finnish symphony — can variety be a unifying theme for a

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How Ukraine’s secret agents re-learned the art of shadow warfare

New revelations in the sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipeline in September 2022 have strengthened the case for Kyiv’s involvement, with a controversial Ukrainian secret agent alleged to have been the brains behind the operation. Although Kyiv continues to deny responsibility, there is little doubt that the Ukrainian intelligence services are playing a very

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Lia Block to drive for Williams Racing in F1 Academy

We are delighted to announce that American driver Lia Block will represent Williams Racing for the 2024 F1 Academy season, racing with ART Grand Prix. Lia is an accomplished driver across numerous disciplines, including rally, Extreme E, and rallycross. The 17-year-old began karting and rallying as an 11-year-old, however her debut in F1 Academy will

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PolishFest brings Eastern European cultures to the Cathedral of Learning

The melodies of flutes, violins and accordions resonated through the serene and scholarly corridors of the Cathedral of Learning. Applause echoed through the halls as dancers adorned in Krakow coats and skirts swirled and rhythmically tapped their boots to the notes of Polish folk music. PolishFest, an annual celebration of Polish, Lithuanian and Carpatho-Rusyn cultures,

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