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Embracing play as the core of design

Design can be viewed as a playful process that evolves into a complex journey of problem-solving and exploration.
#architecture

Diriyah Art Futures Contemporary Art Hub / Schiattarella Associati

'Diriyah Art Futures' museum opens as the region's first dedicated to digital art, reflecting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 ambitions.

Nova Scena: The Story Behind the Iconic Brutalist Extension of the National Theatre in Prague

Nová Scéna's opening in 1983 marked a transformative shift in Prague's theatre landscape, integrating multimedia with traditional performance.

Diriyah Art Futures Contemporary Art Hub / Schiattarella Associati

'Diriyah Art Futures' museum opens as the region's first dedicated to digital art, reflecting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 ambitions.

Nova Scena: The Story Behind the Iconic Brutalist Extension of the National Theatre in Prague

Nová Scéna's opening in 1983 marked a transformative shift in Prague's theatre landscape, integrating multimedia with traditional performance.
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#contemporary-art

From neon installations to an animatronic bear, here's what not to miss this Turin Art week

Turin Art Week revitalizes the city's industrial heritage through art, marked by significant exhibitions and culturally transformative installations.

Bangkok Is the New Berlin for Artists and Creatives - What to See and Do

Marisa Chearavanont transformed a burned-out building into Bangkok Kunsthalle, emphasizing art's power to inspire and educate.

From neon installations to an animatronic bear, here's what not to miss this Turin Art week

Turin Art Week revitalizes the city's industrial heritage through art, marked by significant exhibitions and culturally transformative installations.

Bangkok Is the New Berlin for Artists and Creatives - What to See and Do

Marisa Chearavanont transformed a burned-out building into Bangkok Kunsthalle, emphasizing art's power to inspire and educate.
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#climate-crisis

Tourist boom threatens to swamp Indian mountain town where Dalai Lama took refuge

McLeod Ganj is undergoing rapid transformation due to overtourism and climate crisis, impacting its local Tibetan community and spiritual ambiance.

'A testament to change': Arts Council England report details ways in which UK cultural sector is addressing climate challenge

Cultural organisations are actively improving their environmental sustainability with significant actions to address the climate crisis.

Tourist boom threatens to swamp Indian mountain town where Dalai Lama took refuge

McLeod Ganj is undergoing rapid transformation due to overtourism and climate crisis, impacting its local Tibetan community and spiritual ambiance.

'A testament to change': Arts Council England report details ways in which UK cultural sector is addressing climate challenge

Cultural organisations are actively improving their environmental sustainability with significant actions to address the climate crisis.
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#berlin-wall

Berlin in the '90s: Playground and wasteland DW 11/08/2024

The fall of the Berlin Wall marked a transformation in the city's identity and cultural landscape, highlighted by a new photography exhibition.

Berlin in the 1990s: Playground and wasteland DW 11/09/2024

The fall of the Berlin Wall initiated a decade of transformation that culturally and geopolitically reshaped the city.

Berlin in the '90s: Playground and wasteland DW 11/08/2024

The fall of the Berlin Wall marked a transformation in the city's identity and cultural landscape, highlighted by a new photography exhibition.

Berlin in the 1990s: Playground and wasteland DW 11/09/2024

The fall of the Berlin Wall initiated a decade of transformation that culturally and geopolitically reshaped the city.
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How Bangkok Became Asia's Most Welcoming City for LGBTQ+ Travelers

Thailand is becoming a leading nation in Asia for LGBTQ rights, with increasing acceptance and vibrant cultural representation.
#urban-development

Meatpacking District to lose last of its beef businesses as trendy nabe eyes new housing deal

The Meatpacking District will transition from its last meatpackers to a cultural and residential hub, with 600 rental apartments and more.

These photos capture the changing landscape of London's east end

Chris Dorley Brown's photography reveals the subtle and profound changes occurring in London's East End, documenting its evolving urban landscape thoughtfully.

London's Pocket Parks: St Martin's Gardens, NW1

The Camden burial ground exemplifies the historical evolution of cemeteries into multifunctional urban spaces.

Meatpacking District to lose last of its beef businesses as trendy nabe eyes new housing deal

The Meatpacking District will transition from its last meatpackers to a cultural and residential hub, with 600 rental apartments and more.

These photos capture the changing landscape of London's east end

Chris Dorley Brown's photography reveals the subtle and profound changes occurring in London's East End, documenting its evolving urban landscape thoughtfully.

London's Pocket Parks: St Martin's Gardens, NW1

The Camden burial ground exemplifies the historical evolution of cemeteries into multifunctional urban spaces.
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#halloween

Tips to Reduce Halloween Waste

Halloween spending in the U.S. will surpass $11 billion, raising concerns about waste from quickly discarded costumes and decorations.

Halloween's Mutation: From Humble Holiday to Retail Monstrosity

Halloween has evolved from a pagan celebration to a major consumer spending event, with projected sales of $11.6 billion in 2024.

The Halloween Trend That Needs to Die a Million Painful Deaths

Halloween has evolved into themed parties tailored to hosts' tastes, straying from its spooky origins.
The holiday's essence as a spooky celebration is lost to contemporary pop culture references.

Tips to Reduce Halloween Waste

Halloween spending in the U.S. will surpass $11 billion, raising concerns about waste from quickly discarded costumes and decorations.

Halloween's Mutation: From Humble Holiday to Retail Monstrosity

Halloween has evolved from a pagan celebration to a major consumer spending event, with projected sales of $11.6 billion in 2024.

The Halloween Trend That Needs to Die a Million Painful Deaths

Halloween has evolved into themed parties tailored to hosts' tastes, straying from its spooky origins.
The holiday's essence as a spooky celebration is lost to contemporary pop culture references.
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#tourism

Wine tourism is changing Porto but at least the drinks are world-class

Porto has transformed into a vibrant wine tourism destination with an emphasis on enhancing visitor experiences through luxury and modernization.

An increasingly tourist-filled Athens in a Greece fed up with tourism

Athens has experienced a dramatic shift from economic hardship to a thriving tourist destination over the last decade.

Wine tourism is changing Porto but at least the drinks are world-class

Porto has transformed into a vibrant wine tourism destination with an emphasis on enhancing visitor experiences through luxury and modernization.

An increasingly tourist-filled Athens in a Greece fed up with tourism

Athens has experienced a dramatic shift from economic hardship to a thriving tourist destination over the last decade.
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San Diego's renovated symphony hall looks great, but how does it sound?

Renovating the Jacobs Music Center has revitalized the San Diego Symphony's venue, improving acoustics and inspiring local growth.

'We were ahead of our time': Guggenheim Bilbao's outgoing director on the factors behind its success-and the challenges on the horizon

The success of Guggenheim Bilbao is attributed to a unique partnership and visionary architectural design, significantly impacting urban transformation.

SoHo No More: Haricot Vert embodies the rising cultural value of Williamsburg

Brooklyn has transformed from a neglected area to a cultural epicenter, especially evident in the trendsetting neighborhood of Williamsburg.

Billy Keane: Don't scoff at them eating pets in the US - didn't Mary's little lamb end up on the dinner table here?

Ireland's coffee culture has been significantly influenced by American trends, evolving from instant to specialty coffee.
The proliferation of coffee shops in Ireland parallels shifts seen in the United States.

Column: A Compton native and academic legend tells his story to a new generation

Albert M. Camarillo's memoir explores the significant cultural shifts in Compton from his youth to the present, emphasizing racial diversity and community identity.

Medellin, Colombia, Is the Next Big Thing in Global Cuisine - Here's Where to Eat

Medellín's culinary scene is evolving, blending tradition with modernity, filling the gap of authentic Colombian dining experiences.

I felt like the gates of something huge had opened': Ali Kalthami on his subversive new Saudi thriller

Ali Kalthami's debut film 'Mandoob' reflects Saudi Arabia's rapid societal changes and taps into local audiences' hunger for relatable stories.

Every Baby Boomer Grew Up Loving These Musicians

Baby boomers experienced a major musical transformation, shaping their enduring preferences in music.

From Brando to The Bear': How a simple white T-shirt has shaped masculinity for 100 years

The T-shirt, once considered underwear, evolved into a symbol of resistance and elegance over time.

The Artist Exploring Spirituality and Chronic Illness

Exploring Rome's artistic splendor and culture, artist Wynnie Mynerva's exhibition depicts absorption and transformation of cultural elements into unique artistic expression.

AI Companies Want to Colonize Our Data. Here's How We Stop Them.

AI companies facing lawsuits for using copyrighted content in their machine learning models.
Ongoing negotiations between companies to secure licenses for using content in AI models.
Lack of legal protection for everyday content like emails and photos used by AI poses a social and cultural dilemma.

For Irish L.G.B.T.Q. New Yorkers, It's Been a Long Way to Staten Island

Every NYC borough hosts inclusive St. Patrick's Day Parade for the first time, resolving a long-standing conflict.
Activists like Brendan Fay worked for 34 years to include LGBTQ groups, leading to a significant cultural transformation.

FX's Epic New Series Improves on a Notorious Orientalist Blockbuster

Faithfulness vs. Revamping in story adaptation
Transformation of source material for modern audience

The ghosts haunting China's cities podcast

Superstitions about death are prevalent in urban China
The rise of superstitions may be linked to modern societal and cultural factors

Saudi Arabia lacks community and political dignity to be a global football hub | Philipp Lahm

Saudi Arabia's crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, aims to make his country the new Europe culturally in 10 years' time.
Saudi Arabia is investing heavily in football, signing players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar, with the goal of competing with the Champions League.

mallorca chicken farm revived with modern 'sa taronja' intervention by BEEF architekti

Preservation of historic Mallorcan site Sa Taronja by BEEF Architekti with new architectural interventions.

A brush with... Lois Stonock, the director of Metroland Cultures, London

Art can evoke pure joy and change perspectives, driving a passion for supporting artists and building new cultural institutions.

The Endless Country by Sami Kent review After Ataturk

The book 'The Endless Country' by Sami Kent presents Turkey's history through personal stories, moving beyond traditional narratives.
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My heart does not have any other job': Lhakpa Sherpa, the record-breaking Nepalese climber who cleans houses in Connecticut

Lhakpa Sherpa, a single mother working in the US, holds world records in mountain climbing, illustrating her extraordinary journey from a small Nepalese village to international success.
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