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In the 9th century AD, Muslim scholars made remarkable contributions to the sciences and humanities in Bagdad’s Bayt al-Hikma, or House of Wisdom, a library and research center housing the world’s largest collection of books for scholars to engage both theological and scientific matters. Today’s religious climate could use such […]
Esmeralda Dias, also known as Zalda, was one of the five finalists in a national eco-design competition while she was completing her degree in Fashion Design at ESAD in 2021. Following her studies, she secured an internship and worked for a brand that showcased at Portugal Fashion Week, simultaneously taking […]
Ivan Mingazov is a talented nude photographer hailing from Moscow, who immerses himself in the exploration of the human body through his lens, capturing its most delicate and intimate moments. With an exceptional aesthetic sensibility, Ivan’s camera gazes upon the human form as though it were the sun casting its warm […]
With an impressive track record of over 500 shows throughout Europe, the UK, and Mexico, three studio albums, and a captivating live record since 2017, Switzerland’s Dirty Sound Magnet is an unstoppable, unbreakable force of rock. The uniqueness of their mesmerizing music and kinetic live performances has won audiences the […]
We are excited to premiere the remix of ‘Jumpsweet‘ by Lumberob on our platform. Lumberob is a Brooklyn USA-based musician and performance artist. His live shows are the stuff of legend. Originally released by Shimmy-Disc in July 2024 as part of the album “Hunter Gather” by Bombo Box (which features […]
After the Moroccan-born French artist Nicola L. began sketching eyes in the late 1960s, it was her Belgian friend Marcel Broodthaers who helped her turn them into lamps. Broodthaers, who had been making artworks from thin, vacuum-formed plastic, brought Nicola to his Antwerp factory, where she produced an edition of 50 visionary lights: […]
“Memory of Becoming” by Arcangelo Sassolino is a site-specific installation for the Islamic Arts Biennale 2025 in Jeddah, held from January 25th to May 25th. The work features a large, spinning disk coated with industrial oil, symbolizing the passage of time, transformation, and the tension between stability and decay. At […]
The Shell Restaurant is an integral part of Intaaya Retreat, a project designed and built by Pablo Luna Studio on the cliffs of Nusa Penida, Bali. Conceived as an architectural response to its surroundings, it integrates seamlessly with the landscape while prioritizing sustainability. Every design decision was made with a […]
Sofabed is an experimental pop music duo based in Tokyo. Their sound is vibrant and nostalgic, characterized by a natural blend of elements such as jazz, contemporary music, and dub mixes that capture the essence of their style. They showcase classic songwriting reminiscent of artists like Radiohead and Wilco, ambitious […]
Ummahat 9-3 Hotel, Café, and Restaurant by Kengo Kuma and Associates is a thoughtful architectural response to the unique environment of the Red Sea. Completed in 2024, the 17,000 m² project was constructed by Blumer-Lehmann AG with a focus on sustainability and minimal environmental impact. The land villas feature gently […]