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March 17, 2026

Italy Buys Rare Caravaggio Portrait for $35 Million

After more than a year of negotiations, the Italian state has bought a rare portrait by Caravaggio, the Baroque painter behind some of the world’s most famous artworks. The purchase, which clocked in at a whopping €30 million (about $35 million), stands as one of the country’s largest state investments for a single artwork, according to a statement from the Culture Ministry. But the acquisition is not just significant because of its price tag.

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March 16, 2026

Celebrities Wear New Artists4Ceasefire Pin Designed by Shepard Fairey at the Oscars

Embed from Getty Images The Oscars aren’t only about glitz, glam, and celebrating films. For some actors and filmmakers, the awards bring a chance to raise awareness for important issues. Artists4Ceasefire is an initiative that brings together hundreds of actors and other famous advocates who are collectively calling for lasting peace in Palestine, Israel, and around the world. In 2024, many celebrities wore red Artists4Ceasefire pins to the Oscars, and the movement continues to grow.

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