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Kader Attia Named Curator of Kochi-Muziris Biennale’s 2027 Edition

The choice signals a research-driven, reparative lens for 2027.

LACMA’s Pedro Reyes Sculpture Faces Renewed Objections Tied to Canceled Mexico City Plan

Backlash Over Prizewinner’s Gaza Speech Marks Berlinale Finale

Berlinale Awards Golden Bear to Ilker Catak as Festival Stage Becomes Forum on Gaza

MOCA and The Brick Open 'Monuments,' Recasting Confederate Statues Through Contemporary Art

Nuit Blanche Toronto 2025: Road Closures and Overnight TTC Service Set for Oct. 4–5

Daniela Mercury Defends Cortejo Afro as A TARDE Timeline Undercuts Viral 'Sombreiro' Claim

Turner Prize 2025 Show Opens in Bradford as Critics Tip Mohammed Sami

‘La terra negra’ Brings Liturgical Rural Mystery to Cinemas on Aug. 29

Naomi Beckwith Unveils All-Women Artistic Team for Documenta 16

Sherald’s Trans Forming Liberty Features on New Yorker Cover After Smithsonian Exhibition Withdrawal

Satirical "Luigi the Musical" Extends Run as Mangione Pleads Not Guilty

Sónar Festival Launches Under Boycott Pressure and Retains 87% of Lineup

Cannes Film Festival Opens with Tributes, Advocacy, and Emerging Talent

Venice Biennale Confirms May 20 Theme Announcement Following Koyo Kouoh’s Passing

'O'Dessa': A Bold but Uneven Post-Apocalyptic Musical Fable

Naomi Beckwith Outlines Vision as Artistic Director for documenta 16

Nan Goldin's Berlin Exhibition Opening Erupts in Pro-Palestinian Protests