Experience hidden stories and surprises in a free 90-minute walking tour of San Francisco's Yerba Buena neighborhood, showcasing history, art, poetry, architecture, and activism. [ more ]
Champions League final early look: Real Madrid or Borussia Dortmund?
Real Madrid will face Borussia Dortmund in the 2024 Champions League final, aiming to extend their lead as the most successful club in the tournament history. [ more ]
'The Commandant's Shadow' Review: A Chilling Documentary Postscript to 'The Zone of Interest' that Centers on Rudolf Hoss' Children
The Commandant's Shadow explores the generational impact of Auschwitz, questioning how the children of perpetrators navigate their family's dark legacy. [ more ]
Did we fail to develop the next generation of designers?
The history of the design industry reflects a more open and inclusive approach to new designers, valuing soft skills over hard skills like visual design. [ more ]
The Detroit Lions haven't won a championship since 1957, coinciding with Detroit's last population growth; now, both are on the rise, albeit slowly. [ more ]
15 Fun and Fabulous Facts Most People Don't Know About New York City
New York City, once New Amsterdam, holds intriguing historical facts like the oldest piano, impressive gold reserves, and extensive coastlines. [ more ]
Germany's Basic Law and its 75-year history DW 05/21/2024
Article 1 of the German Basic Law emphasizes human dignity, shaped by historical atrocities. The document was initially considered a transitional arrangement before a permanent constitution could be established. [ more ]
I spent years studying American communism. Here's what I learned | Maurice Isserman
The resurgence of socialist ideas in the U.S., notably among young Americans, has led to renewed interest in the history of communism and socialism. [ more ]
Book Review: 'Challenger' is definitive account of shuttle disaster and missteps that led to tragedy
Adam Higginbotham's book 'Challenger' provides a definitive account of the 1986 space shuttle disaster, highlighting the tragedy's impact and the program's weaknesses. [ more ]
Experience the minimalist urban living of Isokon Flats in north London firsthand by attending occasional public tours offered by a resident volunteer. [ more ]
US: Virginia school board restores Confederate names DW 05/10/2024
The Shenandoah County School Board in Virginia voted to restore Confederate names of schools, against the trend of renaming institutions linked to racist past. [ more ]
'4 men who changed the world:' Beatles documentary 'Let It Be' gets new life on Disney+
The remastered version of The Beatles' 'Let It Be' aims to provide a more positive perspective compared to its original release post the band's breakup. [ more ]
Insight! Sensitivity! Genius! Our critic picks the top five masterpieces in the National Gallery
The National Gallery in London was founded in 1824 starting from scratch, intentionally building the world's most systematic corpus of European paintings. [ more ]
It's Not Just This Year's Met Gala Theme. All Art Is About the Passage of Time
The Met Gala is a significant cultural event that fuses fashion and art, reflecting on historical epochs and social movements through clothing. [ more ]
2 French Toast Recipes to Make Mother's Day Brunch Unforgettable
French toast, with a rich history and various adaptations, was originally a way to utilize stale bread but evolved into a delicacy with costly ingredients. [ more ]
Pulitzer Prizes 2024: A Guide to the Winning Books and Finalists
Eighteen books were recognized for Pulitzer Prizes in various categories, exploring diverse themes such as survival, aging, and historical hypocrisies. [ more ]
'I think we owe them.' Kings eager to flip the script with Oilers in NHL playoffs
The Kings return to face the Oilers in the NHL playoffs for the third consecutive year, aiming to change their history of losses against Edmonton since 1989. [ more ]
The Olympics used to award medals in arts alongside athletics. The gold medal in arts at the 1924 Paris Olympics went to a Greek artist for a bronze sculpture of the Discobole. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
Baroque guardhouse's floating concrete cube in Dresden holds vast avant-garde gift
A new exhibition space, archive, and research center, the Archive of the Avant-Garde in Dresden, blends history with modernity to celebrate the visionary body of thought of the 20th century. [ more ]
Yankees acquire pitcher JT Brubaker from Pirates for minor leaguer Keiner Delgado, both considered lottery tickets, with Brubaker recovering from Tommy John surgery. [ more ]
Hamilton Hall Has a Long History of Student Takeovers
Hamilton Hall, a building at Columbia University, has been a site of multiple student activist occupations over the past 50 years, focused on various social and political causes. [ more ]
University of Southern California Confronts an Unfamiliar Era of Protest
A surprising protest at the University of Southern California amid the Israel-Hamas conflict challenges stereotypes about the institution's political activism. [ more ]
The history of digital communication dates back to the invention of electricity and the telegraph, leading to the development of interconnected computers and modern messaging systems. [ more ]
Exploring conflicts around monuments during social movements, 'Stonebreakers' challenges America's historical narratives and the link between history and political action. [ more ]
The Tottenham High Cross in North London dates back 400 years, marking the center of Tottenham Village and the old Roman road of Ermine Street. [ more ]
The article highlights historical events related to the establishment of a patriotic association for school children and the presentation of a new income tax bill in 1896 and 1909, respectively. [ more ]
Midweek Distractions 4/10/24: A French History of the Buffet - Frenchly
Buffets are regaining popularity in France, interestingly run by Chinese-French restaurateurs, inspired by King Louis XIV's accidental invention of buffet-style dining. [ more ]