Style
January 30, 2026

Iris van Herpen’s Nature-Inspired, Sculptural Garments Will Be on Display in Brooklyn

Working at the intersection of art, sustainability, and science, Iris van Herpen is one of the most innovative fashion designers working today. The Dutch designer is known for using innovative materials and techniques to create otherworldly haute couture garments that reflect the dynamic systems of the natural world. Her upcoming exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum, Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses, showcases over 140 of her creations made over the last 19 years.

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Music
January 29, 2026

Bruce Springsteen Releases New Anti-ICE Protest Song Called ‘Streets of Minneapolis’

Singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen has long chronicled the struggles of American people through music, offering catharsis in the wake of tragedies and injustice. As tributes to Alex Pretti and Renee Good continue to pour in following their tragic deaths at the hands of ICE agents in Minnesota, the great New Jersey rocker released a brand new protest song titled “Streets of Minneapolis.

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Installation
January 29, 2026

Jitish Kallat’s Staircase Installation Transforms the Art Institute of Chicago

Installed on the Art Institute of Chicago’s Woman’s Board Grand Staircase, Public Notice 3 is a site-specific installation by Jitish Kallat that occupies all 118 stair risers. Rather than existing within a gallery, the work is integrated directly into a primary circulation space. This requires visitors to encounter the installation as they move through the museum.

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Photo Contest
January 28, 2026

Humpback Whale Duo Swimming Perfectly in Sync Wins 2025 Underwater Photo Contest

The marine world is full of wonder and mystery; one that photographers illuminate through stunning underwater imagery. Enchanting creatures, whirling waters, and the delicate environment are just some of what’s captured as creatives combine documentation with artistry. The Dive Photo Guide (DPG) recognizes those who excel at this photography genre, and the organization has recently announced the winners of the DPG Masters Underwater Imaging Competition 2025.

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