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September 12, 2026

Artist Uses Wallpaper and Upholstery Fabric in Richly Textured Portraits of Women She Knows

In the works of Jill Maytorena, mixed media has a purpose—to reflect the many layers of meaning in each of her portraits. The California-based artist daringly combines pastels, paper, embroidery, and cloth to paint richly textured compositions anchored by the human figure. The result is a series of tactile narratives that explore memory and identity, challenging the viewer to look beneath the surface.

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Installation
September 11, 2026

2,977 Drones Recreate NYC’s Twin Towers To Honor Those Lost on September 11, 2001

Nearly 25 years after the September 11 attacks, the Twin Towers briefly returned to New York City’s skyline. On September 9, 2026, 2,977 illuminated drones rose above the water in Manhattan. They formed 2,977 Lights Over New York Harbor, a one-night public artwork honoring those killed on September 11, 2001. The powerful presentation was a collaboration with members of the 9/11 community, including family members, survivors, and first responders.

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Art
September 11, 2026

Japanese Town Creates Massive Minecraft-Inspired Design for Annual Rice Paddy Art Project

The town of Gyoda, Japan, has put itself on the map with a sizable tradition. Every year, the village rallies volunteers to create a massive work of rice paddy art, also known as tanbo art. (Their efforts have even earned them a spot in the Guinness World Records for the World’s Largest Rice Paddy Art.) Always up for a challenge, the organizers select a different theme each year.

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Technology
September 10, 2026

Australia Proposes a Law That Would Let Citizens Turn Off Social Media Algorithms

Many people would admit that they’re addicted to social media, and recent research shows that the more time we spend on our phones, the more depressed and anxious we become. Last year, Australia banned social media for under-16s in a bid to curb the issue. Now, the government is introducing a new draft for a Digital Duty of Care legislation. If passed, the bill would give Australians the right to switch off social media algorithms.

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