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Charity Founder Embezzled Millions and Spent on Lavish Meals, U.S. Says
Modest Needs Charity Founder Charged With Embezzling Funds for His Lifestyle The New York Times
‘Genius Loci”s Artful Takeover of Maison Bernard
The Genius Loci Maison Bernard exhibition is taking over Maison Bernard in Théoule-sur-Mer from June 8 to 23. This iconic residence, designed by Hungarian architect Antti Lovag in the 1970s, will feature artworks by over 20 modern and contemporary artists and designers. The exhibition includes special commissions and installations that interact with the home's unique spherical spaces and succulent garden.Highlights include works by Marcin Rusak, Safia Hijos, and Xavier Veilhan. An eco-friendly installation by Samuel Nguyen and students from Villa Arson in Nice will also be featured. Additionally, dancer and choreographer Némo Flouret presents "DANCE PARC: a Playground Project," a performance designed to engage with Lovag’s architectural vision. Organized in partnership with the Maison Bern...
King Charles III Portrait Defaced by Animal Rights Activists
It's only been over a month since its unveiling, but the first official portrait of King Charles III has already been mired in ridicule, many drawing connections to the crimson background that artist Jonathon Yeo chose to paint as the blood spilled over centuries of British imperialism around the world. Animal rights activists have added an extra layer of scorn by (literally) defacing the painting of Charles.The portrait is currently on view to the public at London's Philip Mould Gallery until June 21, where today two Animal Rising activists proceeded in pasting a cartoon face of the character Wallace, from Wallace & Gromit, over the King's head, with a speech bubble saying, “No cheese Gromit, look at all of this cruelty on RSCPA farms.” As the world's oldest and largest animal welfare...
Mansory Envelops the Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato in Forged Carbon Fiber
Mansory has unveiled its latest creation, a stealthy Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato dressed in a significant amount of forged carbon fiber.At the time of writing, the custom automotive manufacturer has shared little detail on the build beyond a set of photos on social media. However, what we do know is that, like most Mansory builds, the Sterrator will be a highly limited offering and will include an opportunity for each build to be customized as requested.While the vehicle presents itself in a somewhat stealthy manner, at least compared to the recent all-gold G-Wagon, it does capture attention with its significant amount of forged carbon fiber body parts. This carbon can be found at the light covers, hood, roof, mudguards, wing, rims and more.As for performance, the Sterrato boasts 610 hp a...
Atour Lifestyle Holdings Limited Announces Pricing of Registered Secondary Offering of American Depositary Shares by Legend Capital
SHANGHAI, China, June 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atour Lifestyle Holdings Limited (“Atour” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ ...
So werden wir Rotweinflecken wieder los
Was für Freude, wenn wir uns nach der Arbeit ein Glas Rotwein auf dem Balkon gönnen. Der Schreck, wenn der Wein statt im Glas auf dem Shirt landet. Es sei denn, wir wissen, wie wir die unumgänglichen ...
Diverse Self-Portraits Take Over Nahmad Contemporary’s ‘Yours Truly’ Show
Nahmad Contemporary, located in New York City, will unveil its latest summer group exhibition, Yours Truly, on July 10. The exhibition will highlight recent self-portraits from 54 living contemporary artists, including renowned names like Rita Ackermann, Sasha Gordon, Arthur Jafa, Danielle McKinney, Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, Wolfgang Tillmans, and Salman Toor.Curated by Eleanor Cayre, Yours Truly presents a diverse collection of self-portraits that delve into how artists perceive themselves in 2024. The exhibition does not adhere to a singular style or uniform rubric, instead offering a rich tapestry of experiences and perspectives through various mediums, reflecting the contemporary state of self-portraiture.Yours Truly Artist List: Rita Ackermann, Chino Amobi, Hope Atherton, Ed Atkins, D...
Sebastian Curi Unveils New Print for the 2024 Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival
The Hollywood Bowl worked with rising Argentinian artist Sebastian Curi to create a new poster to promote the venue's upcoming jazz festival. Taking place from June 15 to 16, the 2024 Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival will unite prominent and emerging musicians within the genre, including R&B singer Andra Day and Kamasi Washington to celebrated Ethiopian multi-instrumentalist Mulatu Astatke.Established in 1922, the Hollywood Bowl is one of the oldest and most revered venues in the US. Unlike other notable jazz festivals in North America, such as the Montreal International Jazz Festival, the Bowl doesn't have a history of working with artists and illustrators to commemorate its events. Originally from Buenos Aires, Curi immediately gravitated towards the immense scale of the building and how...
Heads up! June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month | Mark Mahoney
Evaluate lifestyle with Brain Awareness Month in mind Tallahassee Democrat
Mayo Clinic Minute: Can lifestyle changes help with enlarged prostate? – Mayo Clinic News Network
Mayo Clinic Minute: Can lifestyle changes help with enlarged prostate? Mayo Clinic
Audi Celebrates 25 Years of the RS 4 With New Avant Edition
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the RS4, Audi has unveiled the limited-edition RS4 Avant edition 25 years. With only 250 units available, this model combines high performance with exclusive design features, paying homage to the original RS4 Sport.The RS4 Avant edition 25 years boasts a V6 biturbo engine delivering 470 hp and 440 lb-ft of torque, providing an enhanced 20 hp over the standard RS4 Avant. This powerful engine accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 186 mph. The RS ceramic brake system ensures efficient braking, while the RS sport exhaust system offers a thrilling sound experience.Notably, the vehicle is further enhanced by the RS Sport Suspension Pro, a manually adjustable coilover suspension that allows for a lower ride height and impr...
Artist Mikael Owunna Illuminates Ancient African Folklore in ‘Imagine Fresh Darkness’
At its core, cameras utilize light to draw photographic portraits of the world. For Mikael Owunna, however, the Nigerian-American artist often utilizes what's invisible to the eye, ultraviolet rays, to illuminate darkness and give form to ancient African folklore.On view at Portland's Blue Sky Gallery is a new solo exhibition that revisits Owunna's Infinite Essence series of photographs. Entitled Imagine Fresh Darkness, the exhibition comprises of nude portraits of painted bodies under fluorescent light, challenging viewers to reconsider darkness "not as the absence of light but as a profound presence, teeming with unseen energies and narratives," wrote the gallery in a statement. "In Owunna’s work, darkness becomes a canvas revealing the luminous and transcendent potential of the Black bo...
