Atmospheric Scenes and Layered Interpretations Top the 2026 Hasselblad Masters Contest — This year, photographers in 160 countries submitted more than 108,000 images to the prestigious Hasselblad Masters competition.
Turkish police detain dozens in raids on gay bars and homes of LGBTQ+ activists — Human rights groups in Turkey have accused the government of using a family- values campaign to target the LGBTQ+ community.
How an Israeli cell orchestrated an anti-Qatar campaign — Israeli newspaper Haaretz reports that influence experts and an ex-Mossad official were part of an anti-Qatar group.
75,000 Patterned Paper Kites Cascade in Jacob Hashimoto's Largest-Ever Installation — From bamboo and printed Japanese paper, Hashimoto’s elaborate 'Giant Arc' installation is a vibrant "cloud canopy."
Contradiction and the Unknown Permeate Isaiah Lee's Imaginative Dollhouse Paintings — For Chicago artist Isaiah Lee, a dollhouse becomes the site of uncanny imaginations in his surreal paintings.
More Soundcore earbuds and headphones with the Thus chip announced — Soundcore expands its call quality supremacy
Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara Is Free — The Cuban dissident artist is exiled to the US and a Homerist reviews Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey.”
The building material doesn't matter if the layout is broken. Watched someone spend months on custom millwork for a space that still felt wrong... program over form, every time.
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The Biggest American Wiener — A visit to the “Most American Pageant Ever!” and the story of a broken Jefferson statue’s quill.
When It Makes Sense To “Block” The Main Thread — Smashing Magazine — The common rule of thumb is to never “block” the browser’s main thread when running JavaScript tasks. But is this a hard rule? Victor Ayomipo describes a use case he encountered involving a screenshot…
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When the canvas starts acting, who’s really in control? — <p>How agentic interfaces are changing what designers control, from interactions to agency, orchestration and attention.</p> <br/><br/>
Chris Mason: Reform UK winded by donations row as insiders call for shift in approach — Nigel Farage's admirers in the party are calling for a stronger operation as the party aims for power.
Anthropic blocks 'malicious use' of AI that could develop biological weapons — The revelations in Anthropic's threat intelligence report come after a former top researcher at the company warned of the risks of AI to humanity.
The Orchestration Tax is You — Starting more agents is easy now. However, more agents running doesn't mean more of you available - your cognitive bandwidth doesn't parallelize. All the jud...
Poland's controversial 'Highway to Hel' 666 bus revived — Poland's seaside resort called Hel is getting its 666 bus service back, despite earlier opposition from Christian groups.
Could This New Legislation Protect Historic Sites From Trump's Wrath? — As a heavily Trump-appointed council tries to loosen preservation safeguards, Democrats are spearheading the PRESERVE Act to protect publicly commissioned art.
An Artist Reimagines Frieze London's Loos — Gray Wielebinski's scented artworks for the fair's bathrooms, Michelle Grabner’s gift to a Wisconsin museum, Gagosian's real estate footprint shrinks, and other news in Art Movements.
Scroll-Driven, Scroll-Triggered, Scroll States, and View Transitions | CSS-Tricks — I've said one and mean another, and I've used one when I needed another. Comparing scroll-driven animations, scroll-triggered animations, container query scroll states, and view transitions for my
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Member Event: ISCP Ground Floor Open Studios — Join us on September 30 for an evening of open studios and conversations with the NYC-based artists selected for the International Studio & Curatorial Program's Ground Floor Residency.
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Marjane Satrapi, "Persepolis" Author and Human Rights Fighter, Dies at 56 — One of her friends said the artist and filmmaker “died of sadness” after her husband’s death just over a year ago.
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International Aerial Photographer of the Year Contest Highlights the World from Above — 101 finalists were selected for the 2026 International Aerial Photographer of the Year, marking the second year of the competition.
Patrick Dougherty's 'Stickwork' Installations Conjure Connections with Nature — For more than four decades, the artist has reimagined the technical and sculptural capabilities of one simple material: twigs.
New EU Guidelines For AI Labelling — Smashing Magazine — New EU guidelines, why AI sparkles aren’t enough, when AI labels are required, and what the rules mean for AI-powered features and products. Brought to you by Design Patterns For AI Interfaces, **friendly video courses on…
Family Urges Help for Venezuelan Artist Trapped Under Earthquake Rubble — Onai Quiñonez is among the thousands reported missing after two back-to-back earthquakes devastated the nation.
Trump Accuses Smithsonian of “Anti-White Activism” in Draconian New Report — The White House’s 162-page document claims museum leadership has promoted "extreme political activism."
Exapted for the AI Prompt — <div class="medium-feed-item"><p class="medium-feed-image"><a href="https://uxdesign.cc/exapted-for-the-ai-prompt-0870f0d8d6f1?source=rss----138adf9c44c---4"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/2600/1*jJDCqbprRF1GzL4kAWejiw.png" width="13180"
Once I Started Making Toast Like This I Never Looked Back — <img src="https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload//tk/edit/recipes/2026/2026-08/melted-butter-toast/buttered-toast-8089"> My breakfast will never be the same. <a…
How Korea & Japan turned ordering food into a UX masterclass — A study of self-ordering kiosks & tablets in Asia
Landing Page Design Examples: 7,300+ Best Landing Pages | Lapa Ninja — Browse 7,300+ landing page designs from portfolios, agencies & startups. Find high-converting examples with screenshots & videos. SaaS, e-commerce & more.
A View From the Easel — “Going back there is a psychological, conscious choice to enter the space and interact with the energy.”
Ant Hamlyn Taps into the Optimism of Y2K in Squished Floral Sculptures — Ant Hamlyn's playful, even cartoonish, works center around stuffed polyurethane flowers squished between acrylic panels.
Along the Mississippi River, 'Water | Craft' Is a Confluence of Art, Culture, and Ecology — Amid the ongoing climate crisis, how do artists express concerns about water access, cultural preservation, and the environment?
“I Shot Andy Warhol” Upends the Myth of the Great Man — The radical feminist author of “SCUM Manifesto” and the bygone world of Warhol’s Factory come to life in the 1996 film, now restored to 4K.
The death of the empty state in AI products — AI products replaced 20 years of empty-state research with a prompt box, and the first-session drop-off shows it.
Celia Paul Transcends Her Own Mythology — She puts her own spin on autobiography, exceeding her own cult status as a monastic artist.
Europeans Vote on New Leonardo da Vinci Banknote Design — The European Central Bank’s shortlist for the Euro banknote redesign also includes prints of Ludwig van Beethoven, Miguel de Cervantes, and Marie Curie.
The Benefits Of Cognitive Inclusion In UX Research — Smashing Magazine — Findings from an exploratory user research study highlighting the unique insights and practical UX recommendations shared by participants with cognitive disabilities.
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The A.I. Chatbot Dilemma — A photographer's attempt to untangle the AI chatbot problem.
V&A Storehouse Workers Vote to Strike Over “Amazon-Style” Conditions — Staff members allege they were “denied sufficient time during the day for toilet breaks or for drinks.”
Lush Foliage Permeates Xanthe Burdett's Delicate Portraiture — For London-based artist Xanthe Burdett, the boundary between humans and nature is thin, malleable, and always in flux.
Demolition of Georgian Architectural Landmark Sparks Outcry — Civilians, architects, and members of the preservationist community are advocating to save the complex known locally as the Rike Tubes in the capital city Tbilisi.
Israeli strike kills three Palestinians in West Bank’s Jenin — Israel's prime minister and defence minister praise the attack as Hamas calls for Israeli 'crimes' to stop.
Artist's Device Slows Down Citi Bikes in Less Affordable Neighborhoods — Justin Blinder's latest project examines New York City’s affordability crisis and makes the disparities felt on a physical level.
Spotify finally lets parents exclude kids' music from Wrapped and recommendations | TechCrunch — Parents can finally get the kids' music out of Spotify Wrapped and other personalized playlists.
Frank Gardner: Navy plans reflect sea change in how wars are fought — The upcoming defence plan reflects rapid changes in drone warfare, our security correspondent writes.
December — Mr. Baby Paint & accidentally discovering a new cellular automata & pixel-fattening — On building Mr. Baby Paint, a radically simple co-op drawing app for toddlers & accidentally discovering a flood-fill cellular automata, plus developing pixel-fattening algorithms…
Shu Lea Cheang Gives Trans Artists the Wings to Fly — The filmmaker invites visitors to move and reposition the screens in her four-channel video at Leslie-Lohman, an ever-evolving mosaic of trans performances and dreamscapes.
A Week of Outfits: Ameerah Omar | Cup of Jo — Ameerah Omar first appeared on Cup of Jo in our Brooklyn street…
At least 10 killed in central Mexico fireworks blast during festival — Local government says at least 60 were wounded in the blast, apparently caused by a burning bull effigy.
WikiArt.org - Visual Art Encyclopedia — Wikiart.org is the best place to find art online. Discover paintings and photographs in a searchable image database with artist biographies and artwork descriptions.
Should You Apply for the Guggenheim Fellowship? — Paddy Johnson answers your burning questions about one of the art world’s most competitive prizes.
African NGOs demand probe into six bodies found in Guinea mass grave — The bodies were found bound and blindfolded in the Forecariah administrative prefecture on August 24.
Partners Group Trust Proposes Vote That Could Lead to Wind-Down — A London-listed fund run by Partners Group Holding AG has laid out plans for a shareholder vote that could lead to a wind-down of the vehicle.
How to Make the Most of Greece’s Shoulder Season, According to Condé Nast Traveler Specialists — The pros and pitfalls of heading to Hellas outside of high season—decoded.