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Artist’s ‘Witness’ Sculpture Beheaded at University of Houston
Shahzia Sikander's monumental sculpture "Witness" (2023) was found beheaded in the early hours of Monday, July 8, on the University of Houston campus as reported by the New York Times. Standing 18 feet tall, this striking piece depicted a female figure adorned in a hoop skirt and jabot, with braided hair twisted into ram horns and vine-like tendrils. It was installed earlier this year as part of a temporary exhibition.In February, the piece sparked controversy. Anti-abortion groups denounced the Pakistani-American artist's work, branding it a "satanic abortion idol," and threatened to protest its display. The uproar led the university to cancel Sikander's lecture scheduled for the opening reception.The vandalism occurred as Hurricane Beryl made landfall along the Texas coast, causing wides...
White Cube London Celebrates Legendary Abstract Expressionist Al Held
White Cube is showcasing a new solo exhibition on the American Abstract Expressionist Al Held at its Bermondsey location in London. About Space covers Held's 50 year exploration into the complexity between color, form and space. Held, who is widely considered as one of the pioneers of Abstract Expressionism, burst into the art scene following his military service in 1947, carrying an aesthetic similar to Franz Kline and Jackson Pollock, but also that of Hard-Edge artists Frank Stella and Ellsworth Kelly. Unlike his contemporaries, however, Held fused tenants used by each of the figures previously mentioned, resulting in massive wall-to-wall acrylic paintings occupying an almost hallucinatory altered dimension, where varying shapes contour across an endless void of colors — or lack of color...
Die Jungbrunnen-Strategie? Das steckt hinter dem Longevity-Lifestyle
Der Longevity-Lifestyle eignet sich vor allem für Menschen, die mögliche Krankheitserscheinungen im Alter vorbeugen wollen. Um jedoch tatsächlich weit über 90 Jahre alt zu werden, sind gute Gene ...
Iconic 1964 Shelby 289 Cobra “Snake Charmer” Surfaces at Auction
RM Sotheby's is set to auction the iconic 1964 Shelby 289 Cobra, famously known as the "Snake Charmer," originally owned by Hank Williams. This single-owner sports car, cherished and meticulously maintained by Williams for nearly 60 years, stands out as an extremely rare find -- now being offered by Williams' family.Known for its numbers-matching body and engine, it retains its original build sheet and sales form. The car has never been restored, only maintained, showcasing a fabulous patina. Williams, a decorated WWII hero and accomplished jazz musician, purchased the Cobra from Norman Ford in Pomona, California, in 1965. Despite facing racial discrimination at a Chevrolet dealership, Williams secured the Cobra after a brief dispute over its availability.Nicknamed "Snake Charmer" by Carro...
Hypedrive Is Throwing Its First Car Event Next Week: CARS & COFFEE+
Hypedrive – the automotive arm of Hypebeast – is throwing its first ever car event next week, in collaboration with Southern California's premier event coordinator Brekkie Car Club and Stanton's Rodeo 39 Public Market.CARS & COFFEE+ – a reference to OEM+ that keeps with the core ideals of a cars & coffee meet but with added elements and style – is the first in a series of car-centric meets under the Hypedrive vertical. Beyond the highly anticipated turn up of SoCal's best cars, the event will also be home to a selection of brands from both the automotive scene as well as the fashion realm. Promotional fashion vendors will include trending contemporary sneaker brand Collegium, automotive streetwear stalwart Illest, independent apparel brand Studio13 and more. Automotive parts compan...
Joint impact of polygenic risk score and lifestyles on early- and late-onset cardiovascular diseases – Nature Human Behaviour
Joint impact of polygenic risk score and lifestyles on early- and late-onset cardiovascular diseases Nature
Indiana isn’t a Top 10 state for the ‘swinger lifestyle’ but two of its neighbors are
Indiana isn't a Top 10 state for the 'swinger lifestyle' but two of its neighbors are IndyStar
Rear Wheel Drive Makes Its Way to the Polestar 3
Polestar has expanded its Polestar 3 line-up with the addition of a rear-wheel drive Long-range Single motor variant. Priced from $85,000 USD, this new model is now available to order in Europe, with North America and Australia following later in 2024.The Polestar 3 Long range Single motor offers up to 400 miles of range, using the same 111 kWh battery pack as its dual-motor counterpart. Notably, the vehicle retains Polestar’s luxury features, advanced technology and dynamic driving experience -- with the new configuration in alignment with the brand's performance-focused ethos, according to CEO Thomas Ingenlath.Built in China and the USA, the rear-wheel drive Polestar 3 boasts 220 kW and 360 lb-ft of torque, achieving 0-60 mph in 7.8 seconds. It features a sophisticated passive damper sys...
We Found the Rarest Volkswagen Golf GTIs Hidden in Osnabrück, Germany
Within the car culture scene, petrolheads have a special place in their hearts for the hot hatch. The category – which encompasses compact 2- and 4/door hatchbacks with sporty engines – is far reaching amongst car brands, but one has been tried and true for nearly half a century: the Volkswagen Golf GTI.That 'half a century' remark isn't exaggeration either – VW is celebrating 50 years of the Golf hatchback since 1974, which eventually spawned the sports edition trim level of it, the GTI. Since its inception, consumers from your average daily driver and commuter to enthusiasts and even motorsports figures have loved what the Golf GTI has stood for. Its compact size yet highly-practical seating and capacity measurements paired with zippy engines and sport-tuned suspension meant the GTI was ...
HYBE’s “We Believe In Music, A GRAMMY Museum Exhibit” To Open This Summer
HYBE has officially announced the opening of its upcoming exhibit "HYBE: We Believe In Music, A GRAMMY Museum Exhibit."Set to run from August 2 until September 15 at the Los Angeles museum, the exhibit will follow the evolution and influence of the South Korean-founded entertainment company by showcasing pieces from its impressive roster of artists, creators and fans. "We Believe In Music" is set to include the original outfits worn by BTS in their “Yet To Come (The Most Beautiful Moment)” music video, SEVENTEEN in "MAESTRO," TOMORROW X TOGETHER in “Sugar Rush Ride,” ENHYPEN in “Sweet Venom” and LE SSERAFIM in "EASY," to name a few, as well as accessories and performance gear donned by ZICO, fromis_9, BOYNEXTDOOR, TWS, &TEAM and ILLIT.Fans of the K-pop giants can also look forward to i...
Polaroid and Magnum Photos Launch Open Call for Photographers
Polaroid and Magnum Photos have launched an Open Call for new photographic storytellers. Renowned Magnum photographers Enri Canaj, Newsha Tavakolian and Jim Goldberg are spearheading this project, highlighting the raw power of black-and-white photography with the Polaroid I-2 Instant Camera.Canaj's "Albania Homecoming" explores the profound cultural and societal shifts in his homeland, capturing the essence of change and resilience. Tavakolian's "Mount Damavand community" uncovers the hidden lives of people in a remote region, revealing their untold stories and unique perspectives. Goldberg's "Augusta community" exposes the spirit of America through intimate, often overlooked moments, painting a vivid picture of the country's diverse and uncelebrated facets.Photographers can submit portfol...
Lexus and Snow Peak to Exhibit Together at the Tokyo Outdoor Show 2024
Lexus and Snow Peak are exhibiting together at the Tokyo Outdoor Show 2024, held at Makuhari Messe in the Chiba Prefecture. One of the main spotlights of the exhibit is the GX550 OVERTRAIL+, fully equipped with a Snow Peak field trailer. The event hosted a string of Lexus vehicles featuring Snow Peak camping gear, giving customers a first-hand experience as to how the brands and their products coexist with one another. As a part of the "OVERTRAIL PROJECT," the experience is said to dive into the "coexistence of people, nature and mobility."The project is meant to be an initiative that centers around mobility, gear and experiences. With the aim to realize a carbon-neutral society, the project highlights the outdoor adventure lifestyle. Lexus coins the "OVERTRAIL" term as a way to refer to ...
