ROSTOCK.- Leiko Ikemura is a an internationally acclaimed artist. The painter and sculptor has lived and worked in Germany since 1987. The essence of Leiko Ikemura’s art is conveyed in her merging of the human and nature in works culminating in surreal phantasmagorical landscape composites. Fusion and alienation simultaneously appear both paradoxical and harmonious, a synthesis that is also reflected in Leiko Ikemura’s own biography. She is immersed in western art and culture, which has influenced her own roots, enabling the discovery of subject matter and formal languages that are immanent to Japanese traditions.

Kunsthalle Rostock to open an exhibition of over forty works by Leiko Ikemura

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Coral Gables, FL

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Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

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Michael E. Mann offered a terrifying analysis of what a second Trump administration would mean for both the American and global fight against climate change.

Top Climate Scientist Sums Up Second Trump Term With 2 Chilling Words

Belen, NM

NEW YORK, NY.- Judy Chicago explains, in her own words, what continues to motivate her. This interview has been condensed and edited for clarity. My father — he was a labor organizer — taught me that the purpose of life was to make a contribution to a better world. I wanted to fulfill my father’s mandate. And I wanted to become a part of art history.

Judy Chicago on coming to grips with mortality

Effie Panagopoulos has successfully launched the first Greek woman – owned spirits brand, KLEOS Mastiha Spirit. Her goal is for KLEOS Mastiha Spirit to be the next global Greek spirit brand. She is a passionate businesswoman who works tirelessly in order to bring her brand to the top of the global spirits market.

CEO Spotlight: Effie Panagopoulos – CEO/Founder at KLEOS Mastiha Spirit

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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TIAA president and CEO, Thasunda Brown Duckett, has said there is no better time than now for Black professionals to actively tap into the AI industry. She told Afrotech that through her leadership lens, she has come to understand that the most important think about approaching AI is the new skills it presents.

Thasunda Brown Duckett Says ‘The Time Is Now’ For Black Professionals To Accumulate AI Skills

Virginia State

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate were in medicine cabinets in many Virginia homes decades ago. They were in bottles with droppers that gallons the red liquid. Looking at that old bottle in the above image brings back many memories.

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate once were in many Virginia homes

The US Sun

ARTIFICIAL intelligence may find a niche in industries like policing and teaching - and in some ways it's already happening. As businesses prioritize productivity and strive to cut costs, AI is seen as an easy way to streamline tasks and eliminate the reliance on human workers. However, there are downsides...

Robo-cops watching your every move and Matrix-style machines that teach themselves – scariest AI breakthroughs incoming

NEW YORK, NY.- Craig Starr Gallery is presenting Joel Shapiro: Gouaches and Reliefs 1978-83, on view from July 18 through October 12, 2024. Organized in collaboration with the artist and his studio, the exhibition highlights Shapiro’s interest in the play between color and structure, abstraction and illusion, across media.

Exhibition highlights Joel Shapiro's interest in the play between color and structure, abstraction and illusion

Los Angeles, CA

NEW YORK, NY.- Bob Newhart, who died Thursday at 94, has been such a beloved giant of popular culture for so long that it’s easy to forget how unlikely it was that he became one of the founding fathers of stand-up comedy. Before basically inventing the hit stand-up special,...

Bob Newhart holds up.

NEW YORK, NY.- As it turns out, Manny Jacinto brought some relevant experience to “The Acolyte”: He understands how to change characters. Jacinto is best known for “The Good Place,” the hit NBC sitcom on which he played an unspeaking Buddhist monk before being unmasked as Jason Mendoza, a lovable, Jacksonville Jaguars-obsessed dummy who is anything but mute. “I had no idea what I was stepping into,” Jacinto said in an interview. “It was my first job in the States. I didn’t even have a green card yet.”

Manny Jacinto turns to the dark side in 'The Acolyte'

Fayetteville, WV

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The tragic disappearance of the Sodder children on Christmas Day 1945 remains one of America's most disturbing events. The incident happened at the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia, and has been the focus of detectives and crime enthusiasts ever since.

The Mysterious Disappearance of the Sodder Children

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A storm brews over a plain in Oklahoma, April 27, 2024. The immensely popular 1996 movie “Twister” was riddled with scientific missteps, something Sean Waugh, a researcher with the National Severe Storms Laboratory, and and his fellow scientists were determined to help the sequel “Twisters” avoid. (Reto Sterchi/The New York Times)

In 'Twisters,' storm chasers want to disrupt a tornado. Is that possible?

WINNETKA, CALIF.- On his 12th birthday, in April 2003, Alex Izenberg went to Guitar Center to jam. He was the prankster of his Los Angeles public school, a high-strung and mischievous kid who hated class but loved rock ’n’ roll. He dressed the part, too — a small, cherub-faced boy with a poofy brown mop tucked beneath a top hat, a black Stratocaster slung across a velvet vest. At Guitar Center, his friends marveled at his best Hendrix, and he attracted a famous listener, too.

Alex Izenberg was almost a teen rock star. His second chance is here.

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How long do you sleep at night? Do you have a fixed sleeping pattern? Scientists recommend sleeping for at least seven hours per day. But some zodiac signs struggle to catch sleep. Sleep deprivation reduces someone’ concentration, cognitive ability, and performance. However, taking a balanced diet and working out can improve sleep. Still, sleeping well helps in weight management as it reduces appetite. Read on to learn about the best-sleeping zodiac signs.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Get the Best Sleep

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

This brown paper bag was found in my front yard. It says “MB hates nigger.”. It has a swatstika written on the bag. This is the world that we live in. When I saw the bag laying on the ground, I just thought a piece of trash blew into my yard, but when the landscaper contacted me and sent the pictures my heart dropped.

Opinion – Catrena Bowman: Targeted with hate message, I ask ‘is this the community we want?’

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Pirelli HangarBicocca announces 'Saodat Ismailova: A Seed Under Our Tongue'

MILAN.- From 12th September, 2024, until 12th January, 2025, Pirelli HangarBicocca presents “A Seed Under Our Tongue,” curated by Roberta Tenconi. With new works commissioned by...

Pirelli HangarBicocca announces 'Saodat Ismailova: A Seed Under Our Tongue'

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