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Tremaine Emory and Cactus Plant Flea Market Announce ‘Just Junk’ Exhbition
Tremaine Emory and Cactus Plant Flea Market are teaming up for Just Junk, a new exhibition set to open at Tom Sachs' Bodega 245.Though little is currently known about the exhibition's exact content, Emory and CPFM promised "a thoughtful pile of junk" in the Instagram post announcing the show, which also showed a DJ controller and speakers nestled among what appears to be a bodega's food prep area. This isn't Emory's first direct foray into the world of art and design: he curated an exhibition titled Tremaine's Distinction at Raisonne Gallery a piece from his Denim Tears label was placed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art's seminal In America: An Anthology of Fashion exhibit, and he was also one of the honorees at the Queens Museum's 50th-anniversary gala. It's also a family affair of sorts ...
This Creighton Brown McLaren F1 Is Eyeing Over $20 Million USD at Auction
An ultra-rare McLaren F1 is headed to Sotheby's Sealed auction next month.The house will sell the only example of the British supercar that's done up in "Creighton Brown" with a "Light Tan/Brazilian Brown" interior. Moreover, the car has one of the lowest — if not the lowest — mileage numbers among existing McLaren F1 examples, with just 254 miles on the odometer almost 30 years after production.The vehicle, which arrives with all the original accessories (a luggage set, a FACOM toolbox and a TAG Heuer 6000 Chronometer), is expected to sell for over $20 million USD. The car previously sold for $20.47 million USD in 2021, when it was expected to fetch $15 million USD.“Just 106 of the iconic three-seater, V-12-engined F1 road cars were produced between 1992 and 1998, with just 64 being compl...
Genesis Reveals Refreshed G80 EV and New Magma Concept Iteration
Genesis introduced its G80 EV Magma Concept at a grand event in China, marking a significant step in the brand's expansion into high-performance electric vehicles. This unveiling comes alongside the debut of the newly designed Electrified G80.The G80 EV Magma Concept, part of Genesis' newly launched Magma program, is tailored specifically for the Chinese market with its exclusive "Acme Blue" color. This vibrant shade is inspired by the intense blue of the highest-temperature flames, symbolizing the brand's dynamic evolution in high-performance luxury.SangYup Lee, Head of Genesis Global Design, expressed excitement about the new frontier the Magma program represents, aiming to redefine performance and luxury. "The G80 EV Magma Concept is a stunning expression of our design and engineering c...
Erhöhtes Sterberisiko: WHO-Vorgaben zum Body Mass Index schaden oft der Gesundheit
Seit vielen Jahren gibt es Zweifel am empfohlenen, generellen Korridor des Body Mass Index (BMI), den die WHO (World Health Organization) weltweit vorgibt: „Normalgewichtig“ ist demnach jeder, der ein ...
I Hit The Jackpot With The Tradwife Lifestyle Until it All Came Crashing Down
I Hit The Jackpot With The Tradwife Lifestyle Until it All Came Crashing Down HuffPost UK
Healthy Lifestyle Choices Slash Genetic Risk Of Early Death By 62%: Study
Healthy Lifestyle Choices Slash Genetic Risk Of Early Death By 62%: Study NDTV
Bentley Showcases Stunning Range of Mulliner Bespoke Models
Bentley made a stunning showcase of its Mulliner bespoke models at Auto China 2024, presenting a range of highly personalized vehicles. Among them was the debut of a unique Continental GTC S, designed specifically for the Chinese market and inspired by surfing, which was revealed to the public for the first time after its sale.The Bentley Batur, a coachbuilt two-seat grand tourer, highlighted the event, unveiling a new exterior in Gloss Aquamarine. This model represents the new design direction for future Bentley vehicles and showcases the craftsmanship Mulliner is known for. The Batur, limited to just 18 units, also stands out as Bentley's most powerful model ever.Additionally, the luxury automaker also displayed its flagship Bentayga EWB Mulliner alongside the Flying Spur Azure Hybrid, b...
Transformers-Themed Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Surfaces for Auction
A unique 2015 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse, inspired by the iconic Transformers film series, is set to hit the auction block through Sotheby’s Sealed. This special edition, one of only 92 Grand Sport Vitesse models ever built, merges high performance with exclusive design, making it a standout in automotive circles.Commissioned by a dedicated Transformers fan, the car features bespoke elements that celebrate the franchise inside and out. It boasts a distinctive light blue and contrasting blue carbon fiber trim exterior, complete with clear taillights and diamond-cut wheels. The theme extends to the interior, which features two-tone blue and black leather upholstery, Sport Comfort seats and blue contrasting stitching. A Transformers Autobot logo is prominently placed between the ...
Antony Gormley Transformed White Cube Into a Labyrinth of Aluminum Bars
British artist Antony Gormley has transformed White Cube's New York gallery into a matrix of aluminum bars. His latest solo show Aerial is an exploration into proximity and space, cleverly harnessing the room in which his installation sits in as a material in itself, catalyzing it to evoke a feeling of dynamism without mass."We've tried many times to make environments that make the viewer more aware of his or her movement through space and, in a way, attend to their own experience of that movement and their existence in time," Gormley explained. Notably inspired by Piet Mondrian’s Pier and Ocean series and the paintings of the 15th century Italian artist, Piero della Francesca, "Whiskers" as Gormley refers to the bars as, is the closest attempt he's done so far at making his "space conscio...
Original Cover Art for the First ‘Harry Potter’ Book Expected to Fetch $600,000 USD at Auction
Harry Potter became a global phenomenon when it released in 1997. J.K. Rowling's first book Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, or Sorcerer's Stone in the US, introduced audiences to the magical world of Hogwarts, setting the stage for six more books, seven blockbuster films and a passionate following that persists in every corner of the world today.Sotheby's will soon auction off the original watercolor cover artwork for the first book. Created by British children's book author illustrator Thomas Taylor, the image depicts a young Harry curiously waiting to board the Hogwarts Express for his first year at the School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This will be the second time the artwork will hit auction — the first at Sotheby's London in 2001, which sold for $106,000 USD, four times its...
MINI Unveils the Aceman: It’s First All-Electric Crossover
MINI has officially introduced the Aceman, marking its entry into the crossover segment within the premium small car market. The Aceman, combining compact dimensions with spacious interiors, ushers in a new era of all-electric urban mobility for the brand.The vehicle's design philosophy, "Charismatic Simplicity," mirrors the vision of MINI’s inventor, Sir Alec Issigonis, of maximizing interior space while minimizing external footprints. The Aceman stretches slightly over four meters, is made to accommodate five passengers and features an immersive digital user experience tailored for city navigation and more."MINI has once again raised the bar with the Aceman, enhancing our electric lineup with exhilarating digital advancements and dynamic performance," stated Stefanie Wurst, Head of MINI....
RUF’s Only 964 RS Chassis Build Surfaces at Auction
A rare automotive gem, the 1994 RUF RCT built on a Porsche 964 RS chassis, has surfaced for auction via Bring A Trailer. This unique vehicle, thought to be the only one of its kind, was originally developed by the celebrated Pfaffenhausen-based German tuner as a development and press car, making its history as rich as its engineering.After its assembly, the car stayed with its initial private owner in Heinsberg, Germany, from its production year until 2017, before being imported to the U.S. in 2021. It comes with a range of iconic RUF features, including a turbocharged 3.6L flat-six engine enhanced with Bosch Motronic engine management and a bespoke RUF six-speed manual transaxle.The RCT stands out with its Polar Silver Metallic finish, complemented by black leather and tartan plaid cloth ...
