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SZA’s ‘SOS’ Surpasses Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ As The Longest-Running Top 10 Album By Black Artist In Billboard ...

SZA continues to add to the list of her music achievements as her beloved SOS album reaches new heights nearly three years after its initial release. On March 12, 2025, SZA’s SOS album tied with Michael Jackson‘s iconic Thriller album for charting in …

Pompidou Center Celebrates 150 Black Artists In ‘Paris Noir’ Exhibition

The Paris Noir exhibition honors the Black artists from the 1950s to 2000 who fled from the United States to Paris on a quest for freedom. A groundbreaking exhibition, “Paris Noir,” has launched at the Pompidou Center in Paris. It will highlight the works …

A pitch-black art gallery — now that’s a bright idea

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Hong Kong’s Empty Gallery envelops you in darkness. The lift doors open and, for the few seconds before your eyes adjust, there is …

New MIA exhibit features nearly 100 pieces by Black artists

‘The colour of my skin didn’t matter’: exhibition shines light on black artists in postwar Paris

For many black artists and intellectuals, postwar Paris was a cosmopolitan hub. While colonisation, racism and segregation cast a shadow over their countries of origin, the City of Light appeared then a more liberated place where they were free to mix, …

Five area Black artists works featured in ‘For the Love of Blaq Art’

Artscape The latest news and events across all forms of the arts.  Delivered every Friday. Artscape Newsletter | Subscribe for the latest news and events across all forms of the arts. Delivered to your inbox every Thursday. If you’ve been to see “Giants: …

Paris honors the legacy of 20th-century black artists

Here inside Paris' Pompidou Center, an unprecedented exhibition explores the presence and influence of Black artists in the city from the 1950s to 2000. It offers visitors a vibrant immersion in France's cosmopolitan capital and a history of anti- …

Lent faith series: The universality of light

THIS could be the first chapter of the Gospel of Luke, or of John. It might be the dialogue between Gabriel and an apprehensive Mary, or the coming of the Light into the world. Or perhaps it depicts Sura 19 of the Qur’an, in which a messenger of the Lord …

A Shared Appetite: Frank Bowling in Conversation With Reginald Sylvester

Oluwatobiloba Ajayi joins Frank Bowling and Reginald Sylvester for a conversation about their respective practices and the affinities in their work. At 91, the formidable Frank Bowling still paints every day. He describes his process as akin to cooking; …

Ubuntu Art Collaborative International bridges continents through art

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Today, we learned more about the inspiring mission of Ubuntu Art Collaborative International, an organization dedicated to showcasing African art to a global audience.  Joining us with all the details was Bryant Dozier, spokesperson for …

This week’s agenda: March 21-27

Unveiling Truths: Paisley Rose’s ‘GOD IS A WOMAN’ explores Black identity at The Art Base The Art Base presents “GOD IS A WOMAN,” a solo exhibition by interdisciplinary artist Paisley Rose, on view from March 21 through April 18. The opening reception …

Preview: Houston Grand Opera Announces its 2025-26 Season

For the first time in more than 30 years, Houston Grand Opera will present Porgy and Bess as part of its 2025-26 season themed "The Light We Hold," one that will also celebrate the final season of Artistic and Music Director Patrick Summers after …

1970-2025: Every Black Artist Who Has Performed at Rodeo Houston

Source: Frank Micelotta / Getty In 1931, a small group men met for lunch at the Texas State Hotel with a goal: Preserving the cattle industry along the Texas Gulf Coast area. One year later, The Houston Fat Stock Show and Livestock Exposition was …

A Foolproof Guide to New York City Print Week

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Rooted in New Orleans, NOMA's new chief curator is ready to manage 'visionary programs'

Anne Collins Smith’s appointment as the new chief curator at the New Orleans Museum of Art was announced in February, but she’d already been on the job since September. With April and the opening of the major exhibition “New African Masquerades: Artistic …

The power of art

To get to Drawing Rooms, you drive through the part of Jersey City that looks, at least to my from-elsewhere eyes, like industrial wasteland, like the streets that lead up to the highways in the far reaches of the outer boroughs. It’s close to a highway, …

Glastonbury is as popular than ever, but complaints about the lineup reveal its generational challenge

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock since 1970 you will be aware of the five-day Glastonbury festival held every June (apart from “fallow” years to rest the land and the organisers), near Pilton in Somerset. Glastonbury is as much a pillar of the …

Video Stub for SistaStrings

[violin playing] [plucking strings] – Chauntee: They used to call the horsehair of the bow, the weave. – Monique: Mm-hmm. [laughing] – Chauntee: Like, that is a new one. [cello music] – Monique: Music is just such a powerful thing. Music is a healing, …

Wanamaker memories; Bilingual CPR training kiosk; Penn funding slashed | Morning roundup

Over more than a century, Wanamaker’s became an icon of Philadelphia architecture and culture. It was more than shopping, with an annual light shows, monorail rides, concerts from the world’s largest organ, and a statue that launched a Philly catchphrase, …

ORLANDO SINGER/SONGWRITER EJ DROPS NEW SINGLE “ANOTHER DAY IN PARADISE”

THE DEBUT SINGLE FROM ‘THE STORM,’ THE UPCOMING SECOND EP OF A TRILOGY LAUNCHED IN NOVEMBER WITH ‘THE FANTASY’ ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Catchy and raucous, infectiously hummable yet lyrically ironic and …

A' Fashion and Travel Accessories Design Award Announces Final Call for Last Entries

Prestigious International Design Competition Accepting Last Submissions for Fashion and Travel Accessories Design Category Until March 30, 2025 COMO, CO, ITALY, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Fashion and Travel Accessories …

A' Baby, Kids and Children's Products Design Award Announces Final Call for Last Entries Until March 2025

The prestigious A' Baby, Kids and Children's Products Design Award extends last submission period for innovative baby product designs until March 30, 2025 COMO, CO, ITALY, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Baby, Kids and …

HUB AFFILIATIONS FESTEGGIA CINQUE NOMINATIONS AGLI ITALIAN GAMING AWARDS 2025

Dopo le vittorie collezionate agli EGR Italy Awards e ai Sigma Awards, arrivano altre cinque nominations per Hub Affiliations agli Italian Gaming Awards 2025 NAPOLI, ITALY, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hub Affiliations continua a …

Maternity Bridal Gowns, Destination Weddings & Zika Virus: Things Expecting Brides Should Consider

Brides-to-Be Can Now Say "I Do" in Style While Expecting | Traveling for a Destination Wedding and You're Pregnant? Protect Yourself from Zika Virus TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brides-to-Be Can …

A' Mental Health and Wellness Services Design Award Announces Comprehensive Prize Package for 2024

The prestigious A' Wellness Service Award unveils an extensive prize package designed to recognize and celebrate excellence in wellness service design COMO, CO, ITALY, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Mental Health and Wellness …

A' Playground Equipment, Play Structures and Public Park Design Award Announces Comprehensive Prize Package for 2024

Global Design Competition Unveils Comprehensive Prize Package to Recognize and Celebrate Excellence in Playground Design Innovation COMO, CO, ITALY, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A' Playground Equipment, Play Structures and Public …

INNOCN Announces Price Drop on 27C1U-D 4K Monitor, Making High-Resolution Displays More Accessible

SHENZHEN, GUANGDONG, CHINA, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SHENZHEN, China, March 20, 2025 – A high-quality 4K monitor is now available at an unbeatable price. INNOCN announces a limited-time discount on the 27-inch 4K USB-C Mac Monitor, …

Women Empowering Women: A Day of Inspiration, Innovation, and Connection in Dubai

Join the Women Empowering Women event at Fairmont Dubai on April 12, 2025! Connect with leaders, pioneers & change-makers for a day of inspiration. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The event will feature high-profile …

Valortec Launches Self-Defense Fundamentals Class for Women in Central Florida Amid Rising Safety Concerns

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to a recent wave of nighttime assaults targeting women in Altamonte Springs, Valortec, a woman-veteran-owned self-defense training company, offers a Self-Defense …

New Historical Adventure Fiction Novel 'Outback Odyssey' by Paul Rushworth-Brown: An Epic Journey

Whether experienced in novel form or on the big screen in its cinematic adaptation, this story lingers long after the final page is turned. SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Paul Rushworth-Brown’s latest novel, ' …

Jessper Maquindang Spotlights Future Leadership Trends at 2025 AANHPI Speaker Showcase

CA, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As leadership rapidly evolves in today’s dynamic landscape, company culture and leadership speaker Jessper Maquindang took the virtual stage at the AANHPI Speaker Showcase on March 5, 2025, …

Tess Mann Atelier's Dragonfire Red Persephone Gown Dazzles on The Red Carpet

Actress Sofia Milos wears Tess Mann Atelier's custom Dragonfire Red Persephone gown at Oscar viewing party, showcasing the brand's architectural couture. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nashville- …

Modern Access Control Systems Strengthen Security for Homes and Businesses

SLIDELL, LA, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As security threats continue to evolve, home and business owners are implementing modern access control systems to improve safety and manage entry more effectively. These systems …

DIY vs. Professional Foundation Repair: What Homeowners Need to Know

BATON ROUGE, LA, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Foundation damage is a concern for many property owners, leading to questions about whether repairs should be handled independently or by experienced professionals. While minor …

Celebrate Self-Care with JUARA: March Deals on Skincare and Wellness Products

JUARA, a skincare and wellness company rooted in ancient healing traditions and the transformative power of self-care, is offering promotions this month. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JUARA, a skincare and …

After Three Years and Three Million Streams Ed Gumbrecht's Music Pushes New Boundaries as "Shorts" Arrives March 21

Popular Artist Releases Fourth Album Featuring Big Ideas in Short Songs with a Voice All His Own WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Spring begins in the Northern Hemisphere an effusion of new music arrives …

LiDAR Technology Emerges as Valuable Tool for Resolving Property Disputes and Damage Assessments

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Disputes involving property damage, boundary conditions, or post-disaster claims often rely on visual evidence, eyewitness accounts, and expert testimony. Increasingly, litigation …

LiDAR Mapping Offers New Insights into Mold Risk Zones and Moisture-Prone Properties

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With mold remediation and moisture management becoming central concerns in post-disaster recovery and long-term property preservation, professionals are turning to LiDAR mapping to …

Post-Disaster Assessments Enhanced by LiDAR Technology in Hurricane and Flood Recovery Efforts

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the aftermath of hurricanes and widespread flooding, assessing the scope and severity of damage is critical to informing restoration priorities and funding decisions. Traditional …