When we turn the pages of history, spanning the Ottoman Empire’s resplendent final years to the nascent era of the Turkish Republic, we encounter the captivating saga of the Şakir Pasha Family. This family stands out as a constellation of remarkable individuals,
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jhumpa Lahiri has withdrawn her acceptance of the 2024 Isamu Noguchi Award in protest of the Noguchi Museum’s recent decision to ban the wearing of keffiyehs by staff, a move that has sparked significant controversy. The museum, located in
In the wake of the devastating Turkey-Syria earthquakes in February 2023, Foster + Partners has revealed an ambitious masterplan to rebuild Antakya, a city in Turkey’s Hatay province that was significantly damaged. Collaborating with Buro Happold, Mic-hub, DB Architects, and KEYM Urban
In an open letter signed by over 100 artists, curators, and art historians, the art world has united to plead for leniency in the case of Phoebe Plummer and Anna Holland—Just Stop Oil protesters who famously threw cans of tomato soup at
As autumn settles over Turkey, the country’s vibrant art scene comes alive with a wave of new exhibitions, offering both locals and visitors a feast for the senses. From contemporary art spaces in Istanbul to intimate galleries in smaller cities, there’s a
As the leaves begin to fall, art lovers have much to look forward to in autumn 2024. From London to Cambridge, this season’s exhibitions span the sublime, the surreal, and the socially poignant. Whether you’re drawn to Van Gogh’s emotional turmoil, the
Acclaimed Irish author Sally Rooney returns with her latest novel Intermezzo, which critics have hailed as “utterly perfect.” Known for her intricate explorations of relationships, Rooney takes a fresh approach in her fourth novel, shifting her focus from female protagonists to the
Maggie Smith, the acclaimed and iconic actress who won an Academy Award for her performance in the 1969 film The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, passed away on Friday at the age of 89. Known for her captivating presence on screen, she
Ricardo Jarama, Peruvian artist who has been residing and working in Athens since 2007 encompasses a boundless universe, which he reflects in his canvases, drawings, and sculptures. His creations portray a universe that oscillates between reality and surreality. According to art historian
Archaeologists have uncovered a rare sarcophagus, believed to belong to a Roman gladiator named Euphrates, at Ayasuluk Hill in the western province of İzmir. This sarcophagus, dating to the 3rd century B.C., was found containing the remains of 12 individuals, buried in
Arter’s new exhibitions present a captivating dialogue between Yasemin Özcan’s Wet Floor and Maaria Wirkkala’s Landing Prohibited, both exploring themes of memory, migration, and cultural reflection. Yasemin Özcan’s Wet Floor delves into intergenerational transmission, migration, and self-construction through the interplay of humans,
In a groundbreaking announcement, renowned media artist Refik Anadol is set to open Dataland, the world’s first AI-driven art museum, in downtown Los Angeles. Anadol, a pioneer in the field of AI-generated art, is no stranger to the city’s cultural landscape. His
On September 20, Christie’s auction house officially opened its new Asia Pacific headquarters in The Henderson, a newly developed office building in Hong Kong’s Central district. This is Christie’s third major auction house to expand its footprint in the city, following Phillips
