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A First-Timer’s Guide to Hiring a Designer Dress From Style Me Up
This guide helps first-timers navigate hiring a designer dress from Style Me Up, offering advice on choosing based on the event, prioritizing fit, and utilizing try-on appointments. It aims to simplify the process of renting luxury eventwear, especially for those new to the concept.

Cristian Mungiu Wins Second Palme d'Or for 'Fjord' at Cannes
Cristian Mungiu has achieved a feat only a handful of directors can claim: winning the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival for a second time.

Dana White believes every person is a fighter
Dana White, the architect of the UFC's global empire, recently declared, "I truly believe everyone, deep down, is a fighter.

Lisa Yuskavage's Bold Naked Ladies Paintings Debut at David Zwirner
At David Zwirner in Los Angeles, Lisa Yuskavage's new exhibition is dominated by 'Endless Studio (Portal),' a single painting stretching over 15 feet wide, demanding attention for its monumental scale

Jack Kerouac's 'On The Road' scroll sells for $12M
Country music star Zach Bryan paid over $12 million for Jack Kerouac's original 120-foot 'On the Road' scroll manuscript, a price more than five times its previous sale.

Summer culture trends 2026: Local events overshadow fashion
On June 6, hundreds will gather at the Prince Mural on North 9th Street for a block party and sing-along.

Tuchel Names England Squad for 2026 World Cup
Despite playing only seven minutes of international football since Euro 2024, Ivan Toney has been named in Thomas Tuchel's 26-player England squad for the 2026 World Cup.

August Sander's 619 Photos Capture a Lost World in New Book
Nearly a century after August Sander began his ambitious photographic undertaking, the 2022 Aperture edition of 'People of the 20th Century' finally delivers on his vision, featuring 619 portraits of

New Media Film Festival 2026 Spotlights Emerging Creators
The New Media Film Festival has already announced its 2026 lineup, featuring 80 projects from 20 countries, two years before it even begins.

Alaïa Defines Summer Autumn 2026 Sculptural Fashion with New Silhouettes
Alaïa's Summer Autumn 2026 Archetypes campaign, starring Hailey Bieber, strips fashion imagery to its essentials.

4th World Media Lab Names 11th Cohort for Indigenous Filmmaker Fellowship
Five visionary Indigenous artists, including Noelani Kanuha Auguston and Quannah ChasingHorse, have been selected for the 4th World Media Lab's 11th fellowship.

2026 International Booker Prize winner announced this week
With five of the six shortlisted authors being women, the 2026 International Booker Prize, announcing its winner this week, marks a powerful shift in recognizing female voices in translated...

2026 Cannes Film Festival Celebrates Individual Style on Red Carpet
Barbara Palvin Sprouse announced her pregnancy in a Miu Miu gown on the Cannes red carpet, instantly turning a fashion moment into a major celebrity reveal.

Chaya Czernowin's music interprets a profoundly wounded world.
In July 2025, composer Chaya Czernowin will premiere 'The Divine Thawing of the Core' at the Darmstadt Summer Course, a substantial 48-minute piece continuing her stark musical commentary on a world s

3 Best Custom Hat Makers in Austin (2026): An Insider’s Guide to Choosing Trovador
Austin is a city of individuality, but finding a truly personal hat can be a challenge. This article guides you through the best custom hat makers, highlighting Trovador for its unique, narrative-driven approach.

New Book Reviews Embrace Brevity in the Attention Economy
A 'briefly noted' mention, often just a few sentences, can boost a book's first-week sales by 30%—a phenomenon industry veterans frequently underestimate.

Indigenous Filmmaker Fellows Join 4th World Media Lab
The 4th World Media Lab just announced its largest-ever cohort of Indigenous filmmaker fellows: a record 15 individuals.

Korean Culture Night Showcases Student Talent and Community Impact
At Northwestern University, students recently transformed their annual Korean culture show into 'NETFLIKS,' a four-act spectacle featuring skit comedy, music, and dance, attracting a packed Ryan Famil

Less Than 1% Of Clothing Recycled: Sustainable Fashion's Struggle
In Ghana's Kantamanto Market, a staggering 86.

New Report Shows Books Are Not Disappearing From Schools
A new national report reveals a quiet resurgence: K-12 public schools increased their physical book acquisitions by 2% last year.

Next Step Studio Indonesia Showcases Films at Cannes Critics' Week 2026
For the first time, a project premiering at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival's Critics' Week is drawn entirely from Indonesian financing, showcasing four short films by young Indonesian directors.

King Charles's Style Influences Royal Fashion and Sustainability
Despite inheriting a crown synonymous with pomp, King Charles III has worn the same tweed coat for over 40 years, a quiet testament to his enduring personal style.

San Diego arts groups face $11.8M cut in Mayor's budget
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria's latest budget revision restores critical library and recreation center hours in underserved communities, yet leaves a nearly $12 million chasm in arts and culture funding

Maren Morris explores genre-fluid music path
Maren Morris will headline the 2026 Capital Pride Concert in Washington, D.