Fatima Clarke 
The frequency of media layoffs has reached a point where it’s no longer shocking news. Instead, it’s become a routine occurrence to track which outlets are cutting jobs, conducting mass layoffs, or closing down entirely. However, for those deeply invested in the world of professional film and cultural critique, recent weeks have been particularly brutal … Read more
Travis, a robust man with a beard, sits in his vehicle in Colorado as he recounts to me his story of falling in love. “It unfolded slowly,” he speaks in a gentle tone. “The more we conversed, the deeper my connection with her grew.” I ask if there was a definitive moment when his feelings … Read more
In the small fishing community of Sand Point, Alaska, located on the Aleutian Islands, the radio spectrum is largely unoccupied. The economic reality makes it impractical for commercial broadcasters to operate in this area with a population of around 600. However, KSDP, the local public radio station, serves as a crucial hub for the community, … Read more
Featured Show of the Week Mischievous Creatures with Russell Kane “Is this animal a hidden gem or just a tiny terror?” This is the question that comedian Russell Kane poses in a new podcast series that branches out from his popular Evil Genius show. He begins with the seemingly innocuous hamster. To decipher if they’re … Read more
A Unique Wooden Sculpture by Barbara Hepworth Preserved for the Nation A notable wooden sculpture by the acclaimed abstract artist Barbara Hepworth, who is celebrated as a pivotal figure in 20th-century art, has been secured for the UK after a fundraising campaign successfully gathered £3.8 million. Hepworth’s Milestone Piece from 1943 The artwork, titled Sculpture … Read more
In 1998, during a charity event aimed at gathering funds, Doris Lockhart Saatchi was requested to assemble her ideal art collection. Her selection notably deviated from expectations, especially considering her association with the Young British Artists (YBAs), a label tied to her and her former spouse, advertising magnate Charles Saatchi. Instead of choosing contemporary pieces … Read more
Highlighted Exhibition Anna Boghiguian: The Sunken Boat: A Glimpse Into Past HistoriesThis installation, featuring deteriorated boats, puppet-like figures, and sand, delves into the historical significance of oceans globally. Turner Contemporary, Margate, until 26 October Currently On Display Emma Critchley: Soundings This installation uses video and sound to explore oceanic conditions, featuring dancers, deep-sea creatures, and … Read more
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Remembering Freda Hayes: Artist, Educator, and Community Pillar Freda Hayes, my beloved mother, passed away at the age of 88. Throughout her life, primarily spent in Cumbria, she was not only an artist and teacher but also a vibrant part of the Keswick community. Freda was gifted in the arts, specifically in painting. While she … Read more
Next weekend, Olly Murs, a renowned pop star, is set to ignite the celebrated Blackpool Illuminations, a tradition that dates back nearly 150 years. This event in the Lancashire seaside town first occurred 146 years ago, predating even Thomas Edison’s patent of the electric light bulb by a year. Although the town has faced its … Read more
