Music
February 5, 2026

Justin Bieber Bares His Soul for Stripped Down Solo Performance at the Grammy Awards

Embed from Getty Images Justin Bieber has come a long way since appearing on the pop music stage over a decade and a half ago. The Canadian singer has evolved into a brooding musician experimenting with R&B and soul sounds. This transition was in the spotlight at the 2026 Grammy Awards, when Bieber took the stage for a solo performance of “Yukon.

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Art
February 4, 2026

How ‘The Other Art Fair’ Is Unlike Other Art Fairs [Interview]

There are a number of reasons why it’s called The Other Art Fair. In Nicole Garton’s mind, though, the biggest reason might just be because of how much the event has redefined the traditional meaning of an art fair. For years, Garton has served as the The Other Art Fair’s global director, playing a pivotal role in its local and international development.

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Food Art
February 4, 2026

Loving Mom Bakes Elaborate London Underground-Themed Cake for Train-Loving Son’s 7th Birthday

Birthday cakes come in endless shapes and sizes, whether they be inspired by a photographer’s favorite camera lens, a vibrant bouquet, or our vast galaxy. Across the pond in the UK, though, one mom has gone full steam ahead with her son’s birthday cake—literally. Just last month, the BBC spotlighted Paulina Rose’s delicious creation for her 7-year-old son, Caleb, who has been enamored with trains since age 3.

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Archeology
February 3, 2026

1,400-Year-Old Zapotec Tomb Discovery Is Mexico’s Biggest Archaeological Find of the Decade

Mexico has announced what may just be the most important archeological discovery of the last decade in the region. The National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) unearthed a 1,400-year old Zapotec tomb in the Central Valleys of the state of Oaxaca. Richly decorated, researches believe this finding will provide priceless insight into the Zapotec civilization.

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