What an ancient dental bridge uncovers about health, wealth, and societal values during the late medieval and early modern eras Sonja Anderson | Daily Correspondent May 8, 2026 5:32 p.m. The 20-karat gold wire was placed prior to the man’s demise. Dittmar, J., Crozier, R., Cameron, A. et al., British Dental Journal, 2026 Researchers have discovered the oldest dental bridge in […]
In the sixth century C.E., Norway may have faced volcanic eruptions, climate fluctuations, agricultural failures, famine, and disease, all of which exerted pressure on leaders and their communities Christian Thorsberg | Daily Correspondent May 8, 2026 3:45 p.m. The golden relic, a sword scabbard perhaps associated with an elite warrior leader Annette Græsli Øvrelid, Archaeological Museum, University of Stavanger A […]
A new documentary traces Mierle Laderman Ukeles’s decades-long practice of spotlighting marginal, unpaid, and feminine labor. It feels appropriate that Mierle Laderman Ukeles operated mostly beneath the notice of the general public for decades. As a “maintenance artist,” she focused on marginal labor, such as the upkeep of public spaces or the unpaid maternal and feminine labor that for a […]
Mary Frank’s art is a testament to her unique exploration of myth and form, showcasing her extraordinary ability to convey tenderness through her sculptures and works on paper. Her artistic journey, diverging from the prevalent trends of her time, presents figures that exude a mystical aura, inviting viewers into a realm where survival and love coexist gracefully. This article reviews […]
**Seagull Makes Waves at Venice Biennale: An Unexpected Artistic Highlight** VENICE — Among the vibrant artworks and bustling crowds of the Venice Biennale, a seagull has laid claim to its own unique spot in the renowned exhibition. This unexpected interlude of nature has taken shape with the bird nesting near Poland’s pavilion at the Giardini, bringing a sense of surprise […]
Each Mother’s Day, an array of maternal wisdom resurfaces, echoing the influence mothers and maternal figures have on their children, especially artists. The candid advice from Barbara Sapienza, an abstract oil painter, serves as a reflective guide for life’s stages: initially influenced by parents, then striving for self-improvement, and finally, living life to the fullest. To honor this dynamic, Hyperallergic […]
Printed Matter’s 2026 LA Art Book Fair: A Revival of Historical Media The 2026 LA Art Book Fair, organized by Printed Matter, returned to the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena with over 250 exhibitors, slightly fewer than last year’s 300+. This year, the fair emphasized the theme of archives, with many publications exploring historical media through a contemporary […]
Although the achievements of Richard Byrd and Floyd Bennett during their polar flight have been questioned, Byrd continued to undertake expeditions in Antarctica Alice George | Museums Correspondent May 8, 2026 3:05 p.m. Explorer Richard Byrd (left) and pilot Floyd Bennett (right) dressed in fur parkas, circa 1926 Bettmann via Getty Images On May 9, 1926, two naval aviators, explorer […]
The article “A View From the Easel: Brenda Zlamany’s Artistic Journey in Italy” highlights the unique experiences of artist Brenda Zlamany as she reconnects with her ancestral roots in Italy. Zlamany paints in a converted sausage factory in her ancestral village near the Pollino National Park. The remote and historical setting inspires her work, and she integrates herself into the […]
A recent investigation indicates that the fissure in Kenya and Ethiopia has progressed to a pivotal phase in the separation process, with water expected to inundate it in a few million years Margherita Bassi | Daily Correspondent May 8, 2026 2:48 p.m. Kenya’s Great Rift Valley Shankar S. from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, via Wikimedia Commons under CC BY 2.0 Approximately […]