New York Art Stars Toast Lowry’s Tenure: Inside MoMA’s 2025 Party in the Garden
Major names in contemporary art mingled with fashion icons and media figures under the banner of the Museum of Modern Art’s annual springtime fête.
At Villa Santa Cruz in Todos Santos, Farm-to-Table Is a Way of Life
In Todos Santos, a boutique hotel brings sustainable luxury to life with lush gardens, homegrown cuisine and barefoot hospitality.
Bill Ackman’s Big Bet on Uber Wins Praise from CEO Dara Khosrowshahi
Ackman’s $2 billion Uber stake has sparked a close relationship with CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, who welcomes his and long-term vision.
Art
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At the Yale Center for British Art, Tracey Emin’s Brutally Intimate Works Demand a Reckoning
Emin’s paintings and drawings on view in New Haven echo the plight of women all around the world.
Paola Mura Reflects On the Material Universality of Artist Maria Lai’s Work
“What’s radical about Lai is how she internalized the conceptual innovations of her time but expressed them through textile, myth and silence rather than spectacle or theory.”
One Fine Show: ‘Caravaggio 2025’ at Rome’s Palazzo Barberini
The exhibition invites visitors to contemplate an artistic legacy defined by the artist’s profound emotional depth and unmatched technical mastery.
In New York, Rosana Paulino Celebrates Black Female Power in Science and Symbols
“It’s astonishing how this group has contributed to building a nation and to shaping a culture, leaving such a strong imprint. There’s so much generosity in that.”
Putting Community First: Lessons On Institutional Sustainability From MCA Chicago
With its commitment to inclusivity and artist-first ethos, the MCA has become a cornerstone of Chicago’s fast-growing cultural ecosystem.
Lifestyle
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From Seafarers to Style Icons: The Enduring Appeal of the Breton Stripe Shirt
From Saint James to Sézane, the iconic marinière still belongs in every warm-weather wardrobe.
Los Angeles MOCA’s Glittering Gala Raises Over $3.1 Million
The star-studded celebration honored contemporary artist Theaster Gates, architect Frank Gehry and philanthropist Wendy Schmidt.
London’s Dining Trolley Renaissance Runs on Nostalgia and Tableside Theatrics
As diners seek experience alongside excellence, London’s best restaurants are bringing back old-world theater.
The Sky’s the Limit: L.A.’s Best Rooftop Restaurants
From West Hollywood to DTLA, these elevated eateries serve food with a view.
Mott 32 Puts All Its Ducks in a Row for a Glamorous Hollywood Debut
The upscale Chinese restaurant will open a 12,000-square-foot flagship, complete with custom duck ovens and dim sum theatrics.
Culture
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10 Pride Month Reads That Capture the Defiant and Joyful Spirit of Queer Life
These diverse LGBTQ-centered books offer up powerful portraits of love, loss and resilience.
In the Met’s Many Revivals, Sometimes Second Casts Finish First
In many cases, the second, third and even fourth casts sured the season premieres that tend to attract the most attention.
What’s at Stake in the NEA’s Quiet Retreat From the Arts
Arts leader Heather Hitchens draws on three decades of experience in cultural policy and performing arts istration to examine the sweeping implications of the NEA’s recent funding cuts. As President & CEO of the American Theatre Wing, Hitchens makes the case for why gutting federal arts threatens not just the creative sector—but the civic, economic and emotional fabric of communities across America.
The Power of ‘Yes!’ and the Limits of Dissent at Cannes
Each of these films is incredibly accomplished, but the sensations they individually re-create can all be found bunched together in Lapid’s furious Israeli satire.
Gray Skies and Grand Jetés: ABT’s Spring Gala Celebrated 85 Years in Style
The black-tie gala included a sneak peek at the company’s 2025 season.
Business
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Toyota Founder’s Grandson Is Bidding to Tighten Family Control of the Auto Giant
By taking Toyota Industries private, the Toyoda family is tightening its hold on the core assets of the Toyota Group.
The Toyoda family is reclaiming control of Toyota Industries to consolidate power across the group’s industrial empire.
The $196 Billion Revolution: How Agentic A.I. Is Redefining Corporate Power
Mark Minevich, a globally recognized A.I. strategist and advisor, s Mazen A. Skaf, a senior management consultant with decades of experience in energy, tech and private equity, to explore how business leaders can navigate the rapidly evolving A.I. landscape. Drawing from their extensive work advising public and private sector leaders, they examine the urgent need for coordinated business strategies that harness agentic A.I. for growth, efficiency and long-term resilience.
Pride Month Gets a Quieter Reception From Streaming Platforms This Year
Netflix and HBO Max mark Pride with curated content, but most streamers are dialing down LGBTQ+ promotion amid political scrutiny.
23andMe Bankruptcy Saga: Founder Anne Wojcicki Makes Last-Minute Bid for DNA Data
A second auction for 23andMe’s assets opens after Anne Wojcicki’s higher bid.
Sundar Pichai Says Google Will Hire More Human Engineers Because of A.I.
At the Bloomberg Tech Summit this week, Pichai outlined Google’s strategy to enhance productivity with A.I. while growing its engineering workforce.
Art Market
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How Gen Z and Prints Are Reshaping the Art Market’s Future
Jenny Gibbs, the Executive Director of the IFPDA and the IFPDA Foundation, is at the forefront of a generational shift in the art market. With a career spanning museums, academia and market leadership, Gibbs is championing the rise of prints and editions and the new collectors transforming how art is bought, sold and valued.
Beyond Advisory: GSH Contemporary’s Artist-Driven Vision of the Future Debuts at Sutton Tower
“We’re actively exploring alternative approaches to collaboration and engagement, constantly seeking ways to connect art with broader cultural narratives.”
In Madagascar, Fondation H Anchors a Rising Contemporary Scene
Established by entrepreneur and collector Hassanein Hiridjee in 2017, the foundation has been at the forefront of shaping the country’s arts ecosystem.
What Collectors Really Want from Galleries, According to Artsy’s Casey Lesser
As the art market grapples with volatility, Artsy is tracking how the habits of a new generation of collectors are changing dealer behavior.
Artnet Exits the Public Market After $65M Buyout by Beowolff Capital
Tapping into Artnet’s vast database of market results positions the firm to unlock new possibilities in art market intelligence and transparency.
Art Reviews
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“The First Homosexuals” Is a Dazzlingly Overwhelming Chronicle of Queerness in Art
The curators wanted visitors to understand the vast scale of the contributions of queer and trans artists that art history has overlooked.
Boston’s Triennial Reimagines Public Art Through the City’s Social, Historical and Ecological Realities
Pedro Alonzo’s Boston Public Art Triennial reframes civic space as a platform for interdisciplinary exchange grounded in trust.
Art and Cannabis Converge at Gotham’s Disruptive Dispensaries
Founder Joanne Wilson sees art as as opportunity to shake up the nascent cannabis industry and vice versa.
Gormley, Hunt and Zajko’s Imagined Futures of the Human Body
In three eerie exhibitions across London, artists sculpt forms that offer visions of what might replace humanity.
Channeling the Primordial Pulse of Nature: An Interview With Artist Thalita Hamaoui
The artist unveils lush, memory-infused landscapes in “Nascer da Terra,” her debut solo show at Marianne Boesky Gallery.
Luxury Travel
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Discover the Charm and Beauty of Maine’s Finest Hotels
No other destination juxtaposes rugged beauty and refined elegance quite like Maine.
At Raymond Blanc’s Cotswolds Retreat, Nature Guides the Dining Experience
From heirloom seeds to Michelin-starred plates, Le Manoir’s vision of sustainability still blooms.
The Most Stunning Hotel Pools in Southern California, From Montecito to Palm Springs
From exclusive cabanas to coastal views and cocktails on call, these are the most elevated poolside experiences in SoCal.
Soak Up the Sun at L.A.’s Most Stylish Hotel Pools
These Los Angeles hotel pools offer the ultimate sunny escape.
The Best Hotels in Downtown Los Angeles for a Stylish Urban Escape
Downtown Los Angeles has become a destination in its own right, and these hotels are the perfect home base.
Nightlife & Dining
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Where to Sip Natural Wine in Los Angeles
From moody wine bars to breezy beachside patios, Los Angeles has fully embraced the natural wine movement.
Teruko Brings Wagyu, Sushi and Subterranean Surrealism to Hotel Chelsea
The moody new Japanese restaurant delivers velvet booths, rare beef and quiet precision.
At Moor Hall, Chef Mark Birchall Quietly Sets a New Standard for British Dining
With three Michelin stars and a garden-first ethos, Moor Hall has become a benchmark for thoughtful, quietly powerful British dining.
Where Art World Avant-Garde and Establishment Meet: Inside The Kitchen’s Spring Gala
Artists, collectors and cultural leaders came together to celebrate five decades of radical creativity.
A First-Timer’s Guide to Singapore’s Hawker Centers
From chili crab to chicken rice, here’s how to eat your way through Singapore’s famous hawker scene.
Style
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The Essentials With Lia Bartha: Brooklyn Bakeries, Costa Rica Wellness Retreats and Lots of Lip Balm
B the Method founder Lia Bartha talks Pilates, pastries and building a fitness community.
The Most Cutting-Edge Sunscreens for the Modern Man
Today’s grooming vanguard features advanced sunscreens packing serious SPF muscle.
The Finest Men’s Swimwear to Make Waves This Summer
These elevated swimwear pieces are built to go beyond the water—think tailored cuts, sharp prints and materials you’ll want to wear well past the last cannonball.
Jet Set: Minimalist Travel Picks from the Nordstrom Sale
From a classic Tumi tote and comfortable white sneakers to buttery soft leggings and minimalist shades, here’s what we’re loving and covering from the Nordstrom half-yearly sale.
All the Best Red Carpet Fashion From the 2025 Cannes Film Festival
Don’t miss a single dazzling moment.
Theater
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Jennifer Simard On Her ‘Death Becomes Her’ Onstage Partnership—And Tony Competition
Both Simard and her co-star in “Death Becomes Her,” Megan Hilty, are up for the Best Actress in a Musical Tony this year. “You must throw the ball to your playing partner and let them win sometime,” says Simard. “If they win, you win.”
Review: Hugh Jackman Tells Tales Out of School in ‘Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes’
A rare chance to see the movie star’s relaxed natural charm up close in the Minetta Lane Theatre as he plays a professor entangled with a young woman in Hannah Moscovitch’s engaging two-hander.
Review: A Steady, Not-Too Bumpy Ride to William Inge’s Bus Stop
A respectful revival brings this play about the agonies of love and sex vibrantly to life.
As NEA Cuts Hit Hard, Arts Groups Ready Their Fundraising Pitches
Hundreds of arts and culture nonprofits are facing uncertainty due to the National Endowment for the Arts revoking awards that fall outside of its “new priorities.”
Joanna Gleason’s Glowing Return to New York Theater
The Tony award winning actress shines in the family drama ‘We Had a World,’ and has also written and directed a new film, ‘The Grotto.’
Opera
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‘Three! Seven! Ace!’: The Met Goes All in On ‘Queen of Spades’
Elijah Moshinsky’s vivid production is a winner.
Heartbeat Opera’s ‘Faust’ Finds the Humanity (and Humor) in the Hellish
Sara Holdren’s production shifts the focus to the women in Faust’s wake.
The Met’s ‘Antony and Cleopatra’ Reframes Ancient Tragedy Through the Lens of Propaganda
Spin—and its darker fascist cousin—is everywhere in Elkhanah Pulitzer’s production of John Adams’s opera.
‘Schoenberg in Hollywood’ Lands in L.A.
Baritone Omar Ebrahim reprises his role in the Los Angeles production, reuniting with Karole Armitage after their original staging in Boston.
White Ties and Waltzes: What You Missed at This Year’s Viennese Opera Ball
The night began, as always, with the traditional and much-anticipated presentation of white-clad debutantes and their tuxedoed escorts.
Dance
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Ayodele Casel On Dance, Community and Her New Show ‘The Remix’
“In 2025, with everything that is going on in the world, everybody can use a jolt of joy,” she told Observer.
Imperial Vienna and Stormy Skies: Inside New York City Ballet’s 2025 Spring Gala
Spotted amongst the glitterati were Claire Danes, Michael Bloomberg, Debbie Harry and others, there for a dazzling performance of Balanchine’s ‘Vienna Waltzes.’
Gibney Company Brings Souls, Soles and a Prepared Piano to the Joyce
Three eclectic premieres by renowned choreographers come to New York City this weekend.
Poetry in Motion: Monica Bill Barnes & Company Brings Dance to the NYPL
A new dance-theater performance is showing at the New York Public Library’s most iconic building.
On International Dance Day, the Stars of Today Met the Stars of Tomorrow to Celebrate YAGP
As always, the performers were the evening’s real VIPs.
Tech
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Reddit’s Treasure Trove of ‘Human’ Data Sparks Tension with A.I. Companies
Reddit claims Anthropic used its content to train A.I. models without approval, filing a lawsuit to protect data.
Elon Musk Reveals How Much Money SpaceX Will Make This Year
As Tesla struggles, SpaceX emerges as Musk’s moneymaker with $15.5 billion projected revenue in 2025.
A.I. Godfather Yoshua Bengio Launches Nonprofit to Counter the Rise of Agentic A.I.
Bengio’s LawZero is taking on A.I.’s darkest tendencies—from deception to goal misalignment.
What We Know About iPhone Designer Jony Ive’s Post-Smartphone A.I. Device So Far
Jony Ive and Sam Altman are building a post-smartphone A.I. product—one they hope will reset our uneasy relationship with technology.
Uber Names Its First Chief Operating Officer Since 2019 Amid Leadership Shakeup
Uber’s CEO Dara Khosrowshahi will finally have a second-in-command in the form of Andrew MacDonald, the company’s new president and chief operating officer.
Finance
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Meet Lucy Guo, the New Youngest Self-Made Woman Billionaire Dethroning Taylor Swift
Scale AI co-founder Lucy Guo has become the youngest self-made female billionaire in the U.S. with a $1.3 billion net worth.
How Shein Stays So Fast, According to the Brand’s Strategy Head
Shein executive Peter Pernot-Day spoke at Web Summit Vancouver about how the brand’s on-demand model fuels speed, variety and sustainability claims.
Macy’s CEO Warns of Price Hikes as Tariffs Squeeze Department Stores
Tariffs are reshaping Macy’s pricing, sourcing and product lineup as department stores navigate global cost volatility.
The New Safe Haven: How High-Net-Worth Investors Are Rethinking Liquidity In 2025
Eugenia Mykuliak, founder and executive director of B2PRIME Group, explores how high-net-worth investors are redefining the concept of financial safety. Drawing on more than a decade of experience in fintech and global markets, Mykuliak unpacks the psychological shift toward liquidity, digital autonomy and exit flexibility in an era of mounting geopolitical and financial uncertainty.
Returns Are the New Revenue: Why Smart Retailers Are Betting on the Boomerang
James Murdock, co-founder of Alchemy and a leader in sustainable tech, makes a compelling case for why returns aren’t a nuisance—they’re an opportunity. With over two decades in global tech and a track record that includes more than nine million refurbished devices, Murdock argues that brands who master the reverse supply chain are outpacing the competition.
Media
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ESPN’s Streaming Leap Could Make or Break Sports TV as We Know It
ESPN’s long-awaited streaming launch marks a critical turning point in the collapse of cable and the fight for sports viewer loyalty.
Bluesky CEO Jay Graber Explains How the Social Platform Thrives Without Ads
From custom feeds to open-source tools, Bluesky is scaling fast by avoiding ads and decentralizing trust in a post-X digital landscape.
Unpacking British Shows’ Enduring Appeal to American Audiences
From Bridgerton to Bake Off, U.K. shows dominate U.S. streaming with smart drama, unscripted hits and quirky comedy—here’s why.
Library-Based Kanopy Offers a Solution to Streaming Sticker Shock—And Steps Into Film Production
The library-based streaming service Kanopy offers documentaries, independent movies and TV series. And now with a new documentary about high-school students fighting book banning, it has taken a step into film production.
Dropping HBO Was a Mistake, and Warner Bros. Discovery Isn’t Afraid of itting It
Warner Bros. Discovery’s decision to revive the HBO Max brand marks a strategic recalibration toward storytelling and brand clarity.
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The Top PR Firms in 2025
This year’s PR Power List celebrates the agencies bold enough to lead the charge and smart enough to reflect the world they’re shaping.
The Top Specialty PR Firms in 2025
In an era where perception is currency, specialty PR firms are the brokers of influence
The Most Important People in Nightlife & Dining
These are the architects of modern indulgence, wielding influence with every lease signed and every menu unveiled. Theirs is the kind of power that turns concepts into cultural institutions.
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10 Best CBD Oil for Dogs: Best for Anxiety, Pain, & Arthritis
A guide to our carefully selected picks for the top CBD oils for dogs in 2025 to soothe anxiety, pain and arthritis.
10 Best CBD Gummies for Pain & Inflammation to Buy in 2025
Finding the best CBD gummies for pain and inflammation is made easy with this comprehensive review of leading brands. Colorado Botanicals earned the top spot among nine other brands that caught our attention.
10 Best CBD Companies to Buy From in 2025: Honest Reviews & Guide
Despite strong competition from nine impressive challengers, Colorado Botanicals tops our list of the best CBD companies to buy from in 2025.
5 Strongest CBD Gummies: Best CBD Gummies of 2025
We’ve compiled a list of the top 5 strongest CBD gummies for pain, sleep, anxiety and stress to save you time and money.
7 Best CBN Gummies for Sleep in 2025
Discover the top seven CBN gummies for sleep on the market, based on overall quality, effectiveness, price, formula, recognition and more.
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What Does Sustainability Really Mean in the Diamond Industry?
Gemologist and communications strategist Olga González brings her deep industry insight to bear on the sustainability debate shaping the diamond world. With a sharp lens on ethical sourcing, consumer perception and the power of narrative in luxury markets, González explores how the clash between lab-grown and mined diamonds is as much about values and visibility as it is about carbon footprints.
Observer’s Guide to Fine Art Storage, Where Masterpieces Go to Wait
Dedicated art storage facilities offer purpose-built environments designed to house and protect artworks under tightly controlled conditions.
The Big Givers Club
In an era where billionaire generosity often doubles as brand strategy, the world responds with a collective shrug. From venture-style giving to donor-advised endowments, today’s ultra-wealthy talk less about charity than about legacy. The language is impact, the battlefield is perception and the scoreboard is moral authority. And as inequality swells, one question lingers: how much virtue can you really buy?
To Make an Exhibition, Make A Library: An Interview With the New Museum’s Massimiliano Gioni
“Books are a dying technology… a dead technology. My liking books and libraries probably has to do with preserving something that is bound to disappear.”
Summer in the City: New York’s Best Hotel Pools to Swim and Sip
Here’s where to swim in New York without leaving the city.
Damien Hirst Is Back at Phillips and He Has a 200-Year Plan to Outlive Us All
Beneath the formaldehyde and gloss lies a deeper inquiry into the fleeting nature of beauty that the artist delivers with a wink and a scalpel.
Canadian Startup Waabi Is Bringing Self-Driving Trucks to Texas: CEO Interview
With backing from Uber and Nvidia, Waabi is betting on generative A.I. and simulation to lead the future of driverless long-haul trucking.
What Not to Miss at This Year’s Museum Mile Festival
For one glorious day each year, a stretch of New York’s Fifth Avenue is closed to cars and open for art lovers.
Trump Scraps NASA Nomination for SpaceX-Linked Jared Isaacman as Musk Exits DOGE
President Trump pulled billionaire Jared Isaacman’s NASA nomination amid scrutiny over past Democratic donations and tensions with Elon Musk.
The Generosity of Diane Arbus’ Unsentimental Lens in L.A. and N.Y.
A fresh look at the photographer’s work in bi-coastal exhibitions traces the depth, discomfort and brilliance of her legacy.
2025 Cadillac Optiq Review: A Surprisingly Fresh and Fun Electric SUV from a Legacy Brand
This just might be the car that makes Cadillac cool again.
Why Gen Z Is Turning Away from Leadership—and What It Means for the Future of Work
Author and women’s leadership expert Megan Dalla-Camina explores why Gen Z is stepping back from traditional leadership. With deep insight into leadership psychology, well-being and purpose-driven work, Dalla-Camina unpacks how burnout, distrust in institutions and shifting values are reshaping the workplace, and what organizations must do to evolve.
6 Space Missions to Watch in June: China, Japan and More Starship Tests
SpaceX dominates a quiet June launch calendar, with missions ranging from Starlink deployments to a high-profile crewed flight to the ISS.
Interview: Cognitive Scientist Gary Marcus’ Lifelong Disillusionment with A.I.
Observer spoke with cognitive scientist Gary Marcus about his deep doubts surrounding large language models and the future of A.I.
The Counterargument: Why Texas Should Tread Carefully on Veterinary Telehealth
Dr. Nancy Carter pushes back on calls to expand veterinary telemedicine in Texas. Drawing on hands-on clinical experience and her leadership in the Texas Veterinary Medical Association, she argues that the case for sweeping telehealth reform presents risks—especially when in-person exams remain essential to accurate diagnosis and responsible care.
‘Natural’ Means Nothing: The Revolt Against Greenwashing in Wine
Jesse Katz, founder of Aperture Cellars and Devil Proof Vineyards, has made some of the most acclaimed wines in California—and he’s doing it by thinking beyond sustainability. A record-breaking winemaker with 100-point bottles and a NASA-caliber toolkit, Katz makes the case for regenerative viticulture as both ecological stewardship and precision craft. In this Q&A, he breaks down the marketing myths around “natural” wine, how climate change has reshaped his approach, and why great winemaking starts—and ends—with the soil.
Grammarly Co-Founder Max Lytvyn Maps A.I. Future After Raising $1B: Interview
Grammarly co-founder Max Lytvyn spoke to Observer about the company’s A.I. ambitions and its race to outpace a growing field of rivals.
The New Corporate Status Symbol: Inner Peace
Josephine McGrail, a meditation and yoga facilitator and author of ‘The Morning Miracle,’ explores the rise of “mindful leadership” as both a genuine wellness tool and a new form of corporate image management. As retreats, breathwork and digital detoxes become standard fare for the C-suite, McGrail questions whether peace is being practiced—or performed.