War is decimating Ukrainian villages. This new tool could help rebuild them
Balbek Bureau launched a modular housing system for displaced people following the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2022.
They created a free online design tool called RE:Ukraine Villages to help those affected by the war rebuild quickly while preserving their cultural heritage. [ more ]
This greenhouse works as a micro climate for growing plants to encourage the farm to table practice - Yanko Design
We have always been pestered to live sustainably with the rising climatic concerns coming into light.In the quest for sustainable living and harmonious coexistence with nature, innovative architectural designs are reshaping the way we think about our homes.One such groundbreaking concept is the Livable Greenhouse Home, located in El Carmen, Peru, which is a unique fusion of modern architecture and sustainable practices.
Galerie Philia stages Latin American design in Santo Domingo monument
Galerie Philia has produced an exhibition featuring Latin American designers called Montesino within the base of a statue of a local friar in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.Eleven designers from Dominican Republic and different Central and South American countries presented their work as part of the country's design week, which returned for the first time since 2019.
salu iwadi's patewo chair weaves and contours, nodding to the traditional african hairstyle
The Patewo Chair by Salu Iwadi Studio celebrates African traditions and craftsmanship.
The chair's design draws inspiration from the intricacy of the Patewo hairstyle and symbolizes the interconnectedness of the African diaspora. [ more ]
Boy's Own - Relaunching the Rebel: '90s Acid House Zine Ignites Today's Fashion - KALTBLUT Magazine
Boy's Own zine, a key player in acid house culture, reimagined as a collection of tees, preserving its raw and irreverent spirit for a modern audience. [ more ]
Ralph Lauren's new collection redefines the American aesthetic
Naiomi Glasses, a Dine (Navajo) textile designer, has been hired by Polo Ralph Lauren to create a capsule collection inspired by her cultural heritage.
This partnership marks the first time Ralph Lauren will feature another designer's name on the label. [ more ]
Indigenous tribe sues L.A. County, archdiocese over the 'desecration' of more than 100 graves
The Kizh Nation sues Los Angeles entities for mishandling ancestors' remains during the construction of a Mexican American museum in downtown L.A. [ more ]
The jawbone of washed-up whale in New Zealand was removed with chainsaw and stolen
Stealing whale bones, like the jawbone of a sperm whale, from New Zealand beaches is not only illegal but also disrespectful to Maori traditions. [ more ]
French post office releases scratch-and-sniff baguette stamp
The French Post Office released a scratch-and-sniff stamp featuring a baguette with bakery scent, celebrating the UNESCO-recognized French baguette. [ more ]
Otherworldly': spiked clay sculpture by unknown Mexican ceramicist wins Loewe Foundation craft prize
Appreciation for craftsmanship in the fashion industry has significantly increased, as seen through prestigious awards and events like the Loewe Foundation craft prize. [ more ]
Premiere about where the Beatles first performed in London is part of heritage fest
Newham Heritage Month showcases historical sites and stories, celebrating cultural narratives and personal testimonials through a variety of events and activities. [ more ]
Cambridge University's youngest college is granted listed status
Cambridge University's youngest college has been granted Grade II* listed status and hailed as a stunning city landmark.Robinson College, which was built between 1977 and 1980, was Cambridge's first purpose-built co-educational college and the last college to be established at Cambridge University.It has been listed at Grade II* by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) on the advice of Historic England.
Is America's oldest Chinese restaurant in a tiny suburb of Sacramento? Historians investigate
Researchers aim to determine the age of the possibly oldest Chinese restaurant in the U.S. by analyzing historical artifacts from the establishment. [ more ]
patricia urquiola reinterprets traditional arabic majlis with modular sofa 'insula' for kettal
Patricia Urquiola's Insula sofa for Kettal is a contemporary reinterpretation of traditional Arabic majlis, combining modern aesthetics with cultural heritage. [ more ]
UNESCO seeks to prevent trafficking of looted Ukrainian art
WARSAW, Poland - The United Nations cultural organization is training law enforcement and judiciary officials from countries on Ukraine's western borders, seeking to prevent the trafficking of looted cultural objects from Ukraine amid Russia's war against its neighbor.Are you on Telegram?Subscribe to our channel for the latest updates on Russia's war in Ukraine.
Jane Austen's House needs your help transcribing her brother's memoir
Jane Austen's House Museum is seeking public help to transcribe a manuscript written by Jane's brother, Admiral Sir Francis Austen, in his late 80s. [ more ]
The confident new face of Benin is on show in Venice
Benin's artistic renaissance includes museum revitalization, arts education, and repatriation of royal artifacts, positioning arts as a key economic sector. [ more ]
Nordic LLM family launches to protect Europe's linguistic diversity
The launch of new LLMs for Nordic languages called Viking by Silo AI enhances Europe's linguistic diversity in the AI era.
Viking aims to bridge gaps in digital communication, cater to low-resource Nordic languages, and protect cultural heritage by offering unparalleled proficiency. [ more ]
gibraltar to welcome 'fortress house' art museum inside an 18th-century landmark
Fortress House Museum in Gibraltar is a significant addition to the cultural scene, with a rich history and modern refurbishment by Gamma Architects.
The museum features a permanent collection primarily by celebrated women artists focusing on societal relationships and identity shaping, alongside dynamic exhibitions and educational programs. [ more ]
Catch the Rubin Museum's final exhibit before it closes its space
The Rubin Museum in Chelsea will close its physical space but will host the exhibit 'Reimagine: Himalayan Art Now' until October 6 showcasing 32 contemporary artists.
The exhibit will feature a diverse range of mediums and explore themes like gender identity, migration, and technology from a Himalayan perspective. [ more ]
This rare 11th century Islamic astrolabe is one of the oldest yet discovered
The Verona astrolabe is an authentic 11th century instrument with engravings in Arabic and Hebrew, showcasing the scientific exchange between Arabs, Jews, and Christians.
Astrolabes were crucial instruments for determining the time and position of stars, aiding in astronomical studies, navigation on land, religious practices, and later replaced by the sextant for seafaring. [ more ]
An Upcoming Taiwanese Noodle Shop Spotlights a Culture's Fading History
Taiwanese chef Rich Wang will debut Minyoli, a restaurant in Andersonville focusing on traditional beef noodle soup with hand-cut daily noodles and braised snacks like lu wei.
Minyoli's menu pays homage to juan cun, distinctive cultural enclaves in Taiwan that have faced challenges like urban renewal, preserving unique culinary and cultural mash-ups. [ more ]
B+H Architects creates archival facility with double-concrete skin in Quebec
Toronto-based studio B+H Architects has created an archival storage facility in Gatineau, Quebec, with a massive double-layer concrete envelope and automated retrieval systems.Officially called Library and Archives Canada Gatineau 2, the facility is located next to an older building on the site and was constructed to preserve historic and cultural items "relevant to Canadians".
Ember Locke hotel channels Kensington's decadent heyday
Warm saturated colours and maximalist touches are combined inside Locke Hotels' latest outpost in west London, designed by local studios Atelier Ochre and House of Dré.Occupying an imposing Victorian mansion block in Kensington, the Ember Locke hotel was designed as a homage to some of the area's historic architecture.
3D-printed walls added to wooden home to create Traditional House of the Future
University of Hong Kong professors John Lin and Lidia Ratoi have combined an abandoned traditional wooden house in China with a 3D-printed structure.Named Traditional House of the Future, the prototype project is part of a government plan in Nanlong Village in southwest China to renovate hundreds of old wooden houses that have become dilapidated.
Brick extension opens rural Dutch home out towards a forested garden
Dutch practices Space Encounters and Studio Vincent Architecture have completed BD House, an extension of a 1950s villa with a brick garden pavilion intended to create the feeling of "living in the forest".When the new owners of the existing rural villa found it to be structurally unsound, they tasked the two Amsterdam-based practices with maintaining its character while updating its interiors for modern living.
Qaammat glass-block pavilion shows "distinctiveness of the Greenlandic culture"
Swedish architecture studio Konstantin Arkitekter has created a pavilion in Greenland named Qaammat, which is made up of two glass block walls perched on the rocky terrain of a UNESCO World Heritage site.Located on a hiking trail in the municipality of Sarfannguit, Konstantin Arkitekter founder Konstantin Ikonomidis designed the structure as a landmark and gathering point that promotes the local culture and heritage.
Library of Congress adds Home Alone, Nightmare Before Xmas, Terminator 2 to National Film Registry
The Library of Congress has announced its 2023 additions to the National Film Registry, highlighting culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant films.
This year's selection emphasizes cultural diversity and storytelling range, with a focus on preserving Asian-American stories. [ more ]
Kansas School Demands Native American Student Cut His Hair to Attend
An 8-year-old Native American boy in Kansas was forced to get a haircut or face suspension from school due to a policy requiring boys to wear short hair.
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has called on the school district to rescind the policy and allow the student to wear his hair long based on his cultural beliefs.
This incident highlights the ongoing issue of students facing punishment at school for their clothing or hairstyle that reflects their cultural heritage. [ more ]
Berlin museums to look into origins of archaeological collections
Berlin's state museums are starting a systematic investigation of the provenance of the state's archaeological collections with a view to repatriating objects that were illegally excavated or exported from their place of origin.A pilot project involving researchers from Berlin and Turkey will examine the provenance of objects from archaeological sites at Sam'al, Didyma and Samarra that are currently located in the collections of three Berlin collections-the Museum of Islamic art, the Museum for the Ancient Near East and the classical antiquities collection, Berlin museum officials said.
Researchers in Turkey are Using AI to Read Cuneatic Hittite Tablets
Thanks to new AI technology, almost 2,000 ancient Hittite tablets are being read for the first time.In a report by Arkeonews.net,the tablets, which are kept in the collections of the Çorum Museum, the Istanbul Archaeology Museum, and the Ankara Anatolian Civilizations Museum, have finished the project's initial phase of digitization.
Eurovision investment really well spent', minister says
Investment in Eurovision has been really well spent because it has provided an opportunity for the UK to showcase itself to the world, the minister for the song contest has said.The Government pledged 10 million in funding to this year's competition, which is being held in Liverpool on behalf of last year's winners Ukraine.
Submerged Island Off Florida Reveals Secret: Civil War-Era Cemetery
Joshua Marano was flying over the Gulf of Mexico in the summer of 2016 when he noticed a strange pattern in the water.Mr. Marano, a maritime archaeologist with the National Park Service, consulted some old nautical charts, expecting he might find the ruins of a lighthouse or beacon.Instead, he found a whole island.
Activists push to improve East Austin cultural spaces as city land heads for development - Austin Monitor
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 by Chad Swiatecki Arts stakeholders and local preservationists are pushing the city to make good on a 2021 resolution to improve and invest in a portion of East Austin known as the African American Cultural Heritage District.The group's work, which is aimed specifically at preserving and enhancing five music and arts venues in the district, comes as the city is preparing a request for proposals that will lead to the development of the city-owned land that includes the Victory Grill and Kenny Dorham's Backyard music venues.
James Norton criticises PM's maths plan: We need to keep nurturing the arts
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Actor James Norton has criticised the Prime Minister's plan for all pupils in England to study some form of maths until the age of 18, saying we need to keep nurturing the arts.
Raising Shasta Dam Could Put Sacred Indigenous Sites Underwater | KQED
Shasta Dam is just nine miles north of Redding, California.It's one of the state's largest dams, built in the late 1930s and early 1940s.Behind it, three rivers backup creating Shasta Lake, the largest reservoir in the state.As California looks for ways to alleviate drought, the federal government is considering raising Shasta Dam by 18-and-a-half feet in order to store more water in wet years.
UNESCO adds Ukraine's 'pearl of the Black Sea' to World Heritage list
Ukrainian navy musicians play the national anthem last March near the Odessa National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet.(Salwan Georges/The Washington Post)PARIS - The historic center of the southern Ukrainian port city of Odessa was named a World Heritage site Wednesday and immediately classified as "in danger," after an accelerated inscription process by the U.N. cultural agency that may pave the way for more financial and technical assistance.
Spurs & Palace condemn alleged racial abuse of Son
Tottenham Hotspur have condemned alleged racist abuse directed towards Son Heung-min during their home win against Crystal Palace.Posts on social media appear to show a man in the away end making a gesture at the South Korea forward on Saturday."Discrimination of any kind is abhorrent and has no place in society, our game and at our club," said Spurs.
Dyaqua creates "invisible" solar panels that look like clay roof tiles
Italian company Dyaqua, which has developed a way to produce solar panels so that they resemble the barrel clay tiles common on the roofs of buildings in Italy, has said the technology is important for the sustainable redevelopment of historical sites.Called Invisible Solar, the panels were developed by lighting company Dyaqua and have seen growing interest due to growing concerns with heritage buildings.
Spanish film-maker Carlos Saura, director of Ay Carmela!, dies aged 91
Veteran Spanish film-maker Carlos Saura, director of award-winning films such as Peppermint Frappe, Ay Carmela! and Tango, has died aged 91, the day before he was due to receive a lifetime achievement award at the Goyas, Spain's version of the Oscars.Spain's Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences, the body that hands out the Goya awards, confirmed his death on social media, saying: Saura, one of the essential film-makers in the history of Spanish cinema, has died at home today at the age of 91, surrounded by his loved ones.
Editorial: Putin is relocating Ukrainian children to Russian 're-education' camps. It's tantamount to a war crime.
One of Vladimir Putin's strategies during his brutal, illegal war in Ukraine has been to ensure that Russians only hear one version of reality.His.This week, the world learned that he's also applying that tactic to Ukrainian children.The Russian government has put thousands of Ukrainian children into what the Kremlin pitched as "recreation camps," but in actuality are re-education facilities aimed at Russifying the children with a pro-Moscow lens into Russian culture, history and society, according to a report released by Yale University and the Conflict Observatory, a program created by the State Department to document war crimes committed by Russian forces and their proxies in Ukraine.
CUPRA teams up with music superstar Rosalia - KALTBLUT Magazine
At last night's El Clasico at Camp Nou, fans at the stadium and around the world got a teaser that something might be happening, around Rosalía's "Abcdefg" song.This morning, Barcelona, Madrid and Mexico City woke up discovering an Out of Home campaign where billboards and posters have been taken over by CUPRA and Rosalía, one of the biggest and most relevant artists internationally.
Has the generative AI pricing collapse already started?
OpenAI just announced pricing for businesses seeking to integrate its ChatGPT service into their own products, and it looks an awful lot like a 90 percent off sale.It all starts with OpenAI, a former nonprofit that's now gunning for riches as lustily as any Silicon Valley unicorn.The company has built a dazzling array of products, including the DALL-E image generator and the renowned ChatGPT service.
Solving Pompeii's Shattered Puzzles with Israeli Robot
A robot and algorithm developed by computer scientists at Israel's Ben-Gurion University will be used to reassemble 15,000 stones that were part of elaborate frescoes in Pompeii before being destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.The work at Ben-Gurion spurred the creation of the international RePAIR (Reconstructing the Past: Artificial Intelligence and Robots meet Cultural Heritage) project, comprised of computer scientists, roboticists, and archaeologists from Israel, Italy, Germany, and Portugal.
Who owns the land the Ford government is proposing to take out of the Greenbelt? | CBC News
Several well-established developers are among the owners of the 15 parcels of land the Ford government is proposing to open up for housing in the protected Greenbelt in the Greater Toronto Area, a CBC Toronto analysis of dozens of land registry and corporate records has found.The Ontario government announced a 30-day consultation last week on removing 2,832 hectares across 10 municipalities from the Greenbelt, which was created in 2005 to permanently protect agricultural and environmentally sensitive lands in the Greater Golden Horseshoe area from development.
Photos: Senegal's Plastic Man' on a mission against trash
Published On 10 Nov 202210 Nov 2022 Yarakh Beach in the Senegalese capital Dakar is littered with trash and plastics, as government efforts seem to have fallen short in addressing the issue.Environmental activist Modou Fall has stepped in with a unique method to raise awareness about the dangers of plastics by wearing many of the bags, cups and other junk that might just as soon be part of the trash piles.