Travel

July 13, 2026

South Korea Has 24-Hour Ramen Shops That Are Completely Unmanned and Self-Serve

Few things are as cozy as a bowl of ramen, particularly late at night. But to many, the best version of this dish features ingredients that many don’t have at home. As such, many ramen shops in South Korea operate around the clock, ready to offer the perfect bowl of ramen at any time.

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By Regina Sienra on July 13, 2026

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Photography

July 13, 2026

Largest “Photograph” Ever Made Fills Nearly 5 Acres of a Wheat Field

In southern France, artist Almudena Romero created what many describe as the largest photographic artwork ever made by transforming a...

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By Sage Helene on July 13, 2026

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Art

July 12, 2026

Mid-Century Spray Paintings Are at the Center of This Ethereal Exhibition

American painter Jules Olitski spent the 1960s redefining what color could do on canvas.

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By Sage Helene on July 12, 2026

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Art

July 12, 2026

Winslow Homer Printmaking and Paintings Are Reunited in an Ambitious Landmark Exhibition

This summer, the Portland Museum of Art (PMA) brings Winslow Homer’s story full circle with Winslow Homer: Painter, Etcher, on view through October 18, 2026. The exhibition gathers a rarely seen collection of his etchings from museums across the country and reunites them, for the first time in decades, with the paintings and watercolors that inspired them.

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By Sage Helene on July 12, 2026

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Architecture

July 11, 2026

Music Hall Emerges From Croatia’s Fields Draped in Limestone Curtains

The architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) is bringing a cultural destination to eastern Croatia.

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By Sage Helene on July 11, 2026

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Art

July 11, 2026

Learn How Jingdezhen, China, Has Been the World’s Ceramic Capital for 2,000 Years

For nearly 2,000 years, one city in China has shaped the history of porcelain.

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By Sage Helene on July 11, 2026

Architecture

July 10, 2026

How a Historic Philadelphia School Became a Creative Hub for a Neighborhood and Beyond [Interview]

In South Philadelphia, there’s an old school that has been given a new lease on life. For over 10 years, a former vocational high school has been a hub for makers, entrepreneurs, businesses, and nonprofits. It’s called BOK, named after Bok Vocational High School, a 340,000-square-foot building originally constructed in 1936, where students across Philadelphia learned skills such as bricklaying, auto mechanics, wallpapering, and more.

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By Sara Barnes on July 10, 2026

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Toys

July 10, 2026

LEGO Unveils Set for First-Ever Fully Functional Arcade Pinball Machine

If you’re of a certain age, you surely remember going to the arcade and seeing the most devoted players spend...

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By Regina Sienra on July 10, 2026

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Entertainment

July 10, 2026

Dua Lipa Opens a Library Filled With 100 Banned Books in Porto, Portugal

At a time when it feels more important than ever to engage with literature that challenges us, books are increasingly...

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By Linnea Pejcha on July 10, 2026

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Art

July 10, 2026

Vast Collection of Basquiat’s Most Iconic Works Go on Display in Miami

For the first time ever, a selection of Jean-Michel Basquiat’s most iconic works are being exhibited under the same roof in Miami. The show, Basquiat: Figures, Signs, Symbols, at Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) brings together nine paintings and one sculpture, making it one of the most significant presentations of his work in the last several years.

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By Regina Sienra on July 10, 2026

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Toys

July 10, 2026

Olivia Rodrigo Teams up With LEGO To Unveil Five New Sets Inspired by Her Music

Singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo has made a name for herself with her heartfelt compositions, which feature compelling narratives and musical motifs...

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By Regina Sienra on July 10, 2026

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Photo Contest

July 9, 2026

Meet the 7 Winners of the Prestigious 2026 Hasselblad Masters Photo Competition

The prestigious Hasselblad Masters has just announced its winners for its 2026 competition.

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By Sara Barnes on July 9, 2026

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