Culture and Arts
Bop Spotter Catalogs Beats and Rhythms Played by Passersby in San Francisco — Colossal
ShotSpotter, a microphone-powered system used by many cities in the U.S. to detect gunshots, has been a subject of controversy in recent years. In Chicago, the program was implemented over…
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Pepe Imagines a Hippo’s Perspective on Life
Pepe, the film, is a complex and multifaceted exploration of a real-life Colombian hippopotamus's life and experiences. Directed by Nelson…
Empty Sneakers Dance in a Stop-Motion Film Honoring the 20th Anniversary of a Buenos Aires Tragedy — Colossal
In late December 2004, tragedy struck at the Republica de la Cromagñon nightclub in Buenos Aires during a performance by…
Music History and Contemporary Art Destroyed in the Deadly Los Angeles Wildfires
The devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have left a trail of destruction, claiming lives, homes, and precious belongings, including irreplaceable…
NEA Awards $36.8M in Grants to 1,400+ Artists and Orgs
The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has just announced a staggering $36.8 million in grants in its first round…
Lauren Halsey’s ’emajendat’ Is an Energetic Celebration of South Central Los Angeles — Colossal
Lauren Halsey's exhibition, "emajendat," at Serpentine South in London, is a vibrant and immersive experience inspired by the artist's South…
These Fascinating Objects Show How the Palace of Versailles Drove Surprising Scientific Advances in the 17th and 18th Centuries
The Palace of Versailles in France is not just a symbol of opulence and grandeur, but also a hub of…
How Los Angeles Created the Vocabulary of Its Destruction
Los Angeles, a city synonymous with glamour, dreams, and the silver screen, is currently facing a crisis of epic proportions.…
Nosheen Iqbal Translates Pakistani Craft Traditions into Vivid Sculptural Embroideries — Colossal
Nosheen Iqbal is an artist who creates stunning sculptural embroideries that are deeply rooted in her Pakistani and Islamic heritage.…