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Site specific dimensions; 11 x 22 feet overall. Courtesy of the artist and OCHI. This has caused communities to mourn the loss of what was and to attempt to prevent further devastation. Ohan Breiding, “Belly of a Glacier (To dress a wound from what shines from it) II,” 2025. Giclée prints. Site specific dimensions; 11 x 22 feet overall. Courtesy of the artist and OCHI. (Photo: Jon Verney) Because, despite this recent attention, scientists predict that theRhone Glacier will disappearby 2050....

Seventy exhibitors from world-renowned galleries across 18 countries showcased art from hundreds of artists. One gallery also used the fair to raise awareness and give back. By merging art, storytelling, and conservation, Yarrow allows us a deeper understanding of the natural world. But the art fair wasn’t just about viewing and purchasing art. Seventy exhibitors from world-renowned galleries across 18 countries showcased art from hundreds of artists. The fair, held each winter, is the perfect mix of 20th and 21st-century art....

Image: Bloom TheBjarke Ingels Group(BIG) is helping reshape Kosovo’s capital. The sleek exterior of this skin is contrasted with the timber beams that line its underside. The warmth this provides is a preview of the inviting interior that awaits. Image: Bloom A large civic staircase leads pedestrians into the foyer, which is filled with light from a central skylight. Wood continues into the performance spaces, with curved timber elements providing visual appeal while also enhancing acoustics....

The clip was posted to social media byLes Powtos, a group of French off-piste skiers. Much to his luck, a bump on the side of the glacier prevented him from going under. Oh, the idiot! Photo: debstheleo/Depositphotos(Not a photo of the actual crevasse) He can be heard saying to himself in French. The team members estimate that the skier slid about 50 feet into the glacier before coming to a stop....

Mahmoud Ajjour, Aged Nine Samar Abu Elouf, for The New York Times. An explosion severed one of his arms and mutilated the other. Aside from that, he needs special assistance for most daily activities, such as eating and dressing. “Mahmoud Ajjour, Aged Nine” © Samar Abu Elouf, for The New York Times. 2025 World Press Photo of the Year“Mahmoud Ajjour (9), who was injured during an Israeli attack on Gaza City in March 2024, finds refuge and medical help in Qatar....

SculptorJulian Voss-Andreaehasnt always been a practicing artist. Remnants of that previous profession are most clearly seen in Voss-Andreaes disappearing sculptures. Its a visual effect directly inspired by the buckyballs Voss-Andreae once studied. A selection of these quantum sculptures is currently on view atHOHMANN Fine Arts Palm Desert gallery in California. Many times, sculptures would sell before they even arrived at the gallery. Ontological Relief and the Illusion of Matteris now open until May 16, 2025....

Puddle Reflection Linda Repasky | cupoty.com. Its a reminder to slow down and appreciate the beauty in the everyday. For her efforts, Repasky won a cash prizeand will be featured inAmateur Photographermagazine. “Puddle Reflection” © Linda Repasky | cupoty.com. Overall Winner.“In late autumn, after the leaves have fallen from the trees, the landscape shuts down and heads toward slumber. But in this tiny puddle, the reflection of a bare tree comes alive with soft colours amid a scattering of acorns and pebbles....

An adult male carrion crow in Paris. A baboon, per anotherrecent study, didnt even showcase this ability, regardless of training. After failing to train the baboons to do it, I wouldnt have expected crows to do it. An adult male carrion crow in Paris. (Photo: Marie-Lan Taÿ Pamart viaWikimedia Commons,CC 4.0) Perhaps, the paper muses, it helps them with navigation and orientation while flying? Or maybe it aids them as they forage for food, or as they seek a mate?...

Scientists are calling it a new epoch: The Anthropocene the age of humans. Yet we cannot face the true scale of our loss. Somewhere within us the desire for contact with nature remains. “The Anthropocene Illusion” © Zed Nelson, United Kingdom, Photographer of the Year, Professional competition, Wildlife & Nature, Sony World Photography Awards 2025“The painted backdrop of this chimpanzee enclosure at Shanghai Wild Animal Park in China is impressive in its artistry, but serves to provide a comforting illusion only to human observers....

Captivity When asked about his artistic influences,Marco Grassioften creditssfumatoas one of them. And so Grassis own visual language emerged. Ethereal Embraceis another poignant example of this. “Captivity” I usually incorporate symbolic and surreal elements, Grassi explains to My Modern Met. Read on for My Modern Mets exclusive interview with the artist. Detail from Paradox of Evolution. Detail from “Paradox of Evolution.” What originally drew you to hyperrealistic painting, and how have you developed your representational skills over time?...

This age-old tradition, known astranshumance, has lovingly earned these hard-working animals the nickname, donkey nannies. It was even recognized by UNESCO in 2019 as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. During the 10-20 day journey, shepherds guide their flocks of 1,000-1,500 animals along ancient migration paths known astratturi. The traditional journey isnt just unique to Northern Italy. Transhumance offers a glimpse into Italys bond with the land and its culture, and it continues to evolve....

But for one family in the western part of the state, the picture was completely different. Just normal things around here, 32-year-old Tucker Humphrey tellsThe Washington Post. Doing what we have to do to save the house. The brothers have been working on their levee system for years, following the teachings of their late father. Hed like seeing that, Tucker said about the attention their construction has attracted. Hed know we were listening when we were kids....

FidoAlert and its sister serviceTabbyAlertfunction similarly to an Amber Alert, per the companys founder and CEO John Bradford. FidoAlert then texts every member of their web link within a few miles of the pets last-known location. This message includes a picture of the pet, alongside any relevant information that could aid in their recovery. It gave a phone number to call to pick him up. Our dog ran off and 15 minutes later I got a text, another user says....