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Yangwang U9 Xtreme Breaks the 500 km/h Barrier in a Historic Speed Record
BYD's luxury electric supercar sets a new benchmark for automotive performance, reaching 312.66 mph in Abu Dhabi and securing two Guinness World Records. Yangwang The Yangwang U9 Xtreme has made automotive history as the first production car to exceed 500 km/h. Driven by veteran endurance racer Marc Basseng, the electric supercar achieved a top speed of 503.17 km/h on a specially prepared section of Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed International Road. The achievement surp


BTS’ V Named Global Brand Ambassador for Nothing’s Latest Audio Campaign
Nothing welcomes BTS member V as its new global brand ambassador, unveiling a Seoul-based campaign spotlighting the brand’s flagship Headphone (1) Pro. Dorothea Sing Zhang London-based technology company Nothing has appointed V (Kim Taehyung) of BTS as its newest global brand ambassador, strengthening the brand's connection to music, design and contemporary culture. The announcement accompanies the introduction of Headphone (1) Pro, Nothing's latest premium over-ear headphone


Blancpain Expands Core Portfolio via Permanent Integration of Fifty Fathoms Tech Model
In a strategic move to secure market share in the high-end utility watch market, the luxury manufacturer has added the technically advanced timepiece to its permanent production line, featuring consumer-driven upgrades like an added date complication and an adaptable strap architecture. Blancpain Blancpain enhances the Fifty Fathoms series with the introduction of the Fifty Fathoms Tech Ref. 5019A, a professional dive watch developed from the Fifty Fathoms Tech Gombessa launc
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teamLab Brings Its Immersive Art Experience to Anaheim With First Permanent US Museum
Set to open in 2030, teamLab's first permanent American museum will feature an architectural exterior that transforms with daylight, reflecting the collective's dynamic approach to immersive art. teamLab Japanese art collective teamLab has announced plans for its first permanent museum in the United States. Tentatively named teamLab Museum Anaheim, the destination will form part of OCVIBE, a 100-acre arts, sports and entertainment district in Anaheim, California. Designed by


A 67-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Fossil Could Fetch $9 Million at Sotheby's
A rare Nanotyrannus skeleton named Jodi is heading to Sotheby's New York, carrying a multimillion-dollar estimate following a significant scientific reclassification. Sotheby's Sotheby's is preparing to auction Jodi, a 67-million-year-old dinosaur skeleton estimated to sell for $6 million to $9 million USD. Scheduled for October 27, 2026, in New York, the sale presents one of only three Nanotyrannus skeletons currently known to science. The fossil previously appeared at Friez


Beyond the Polka Dots: Yayoi Kusama's Enduring Artistic Legacy
With a career spanning seven decades, Yayoi Kusama redefined contemporary art through her exploration of infinity, leaving a lasting influence on visual culture, fashion and artistic expression. Image credit: Louis Vuitton Japanese contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama, renowned for her polka dots, mirrored installations and vibrant pumpkin sculptures, passed away in Tokyo on August 14, 2026, at the age of 97. Her seven-decade career established her as one of the most recognizable


A Rare Look Inside Tom Wesselmann’s Studio Marks a Highlight of Armory Week
Visitors will have an unprecedented opportunity to explore Tom Wesselmann’s New York studio as it debuts to the public alongside a thoughtfully curated dual exhibition with acclaimed contemporary artist Tomokazu Matsuyama. Robert Mckeever/ Estate Of Tom Wesselmann/ Courtesy Gagosian Gallery Tom Wesselmann's enduring New York studio will open its doors to the public for the first time since the artist's passing. During this Armory Week, admirers of the American pop artist will


Studio Ghibli Archive Artifacts Projected to Drive Record Bidding at Propstore’s London Auction
The Animation Art Live Auction by Propstore is scheduled on July 8 and July 9. A complimentary public exhibition at Borough Yards, London, is scheduled from July 2 to July 5. Studio Ghibli/ Propstore Propstore’s Animation Art Live Auction will present a meticulously curated collection of authentic Studio Ghibli production cels over two days, July 8 and July 9, featuring global online, absentee, and telephone bidding options. The collections encompass five films throughout nea


National Museum of Iceland Anchors Regional Tourism Surge With Major Björk Retrospective
Capitalizing on the commercial value of avant-garde pop culture, the cultural institution has launched a two-part exhibition asset honoring Björk, expected to draw global audiences with high-profile experiential events. Björk National Gallery of Iceland, Suðurgata 41, 102 Reykjavík, Iceland Björk consistently excels from her debut to Nature Manifesto, demonstrating continual improvement over time. Following an unexpected appearance at the Venice Biennale in a complete fibergl

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