Fjords, Puffins and Music Festivals: An Insider’s Guide to the Faroe Islands
Thanks to an enlightened tourism approach, there are myriad opportunities to venture beyond hotels and immerse yourself in authentic Faroese life.
Art Collector Jorge Pérez on Miami, Museums and New Mediums
“From very early on, I knew that art was at the heart of any great city,” Pérez tells Observer.
‘Civil War’ Is an Amazing Film of Imagination and Cinematic Verve
If you can keep your eyes open through the horrors, you will never be bored.
Arts
See AllA Study of the Portrait Infamously Destroyed by Winston Churchill Heads to Auction
Sotheby’s is selling a relic of Winston Churchill’s most hated portrait.
A Quartet of Career-Spanning Joan Mitchell Paintings Could Realize $50M at Auction
The four works will lead Sotheby’s Contemporary Evening Auction in New York next month.
How Tony Notarberardino’s ‘Chelsea Hotel Portraits’ Captured the End of an Era
An exhibition of the photographer’s work at ACA Galleries showcases a side of the Chelsea Hotel only a lucky few will remember.
The Best of Art Paris 2024 Is Still Virtually On View
This year’s fair was fully digitized, with virtual walk-throughs that opened access to art lovers around the world.
One Fine Show: Alexey Brodovitch at the Barnes Foundation
The other day a colleague and I attended a screening of Classe Tous Risques at Film Forum, and at one
Lifestyle
See AllThe Best Restaurants in Newport Beach
Whether you’re seeking a picturesque and upscale establishment with sweeping ocean views at sunset or a modern pizza joint.
11 Pairs of Men’s Trail Running Shoes for All Your Upcoming Adventures
No matter your speed, when the wild comes calling, you’d better be strapped into a pair of kicks that will carry you from rugged trailhead to jaw-dropping summit in uncompromising style and comfort.
The Best Rooftop Bars in London
Despite London’s rainy day reputation, there’s a particular love for outdoor drinking and dining in the city, which is best done on a rooftop with suitably impressive views.
The Cape Cod Hotels for Your Next New England Getaway
Here’s where to stay in Cape Cod.
The 6 Most Exciting Restaurants in Dublin Right Now
Many talented chefs are moving back home to Dublin after years of training in other gastronomy-focused cities, bringing their culinary chops with them.
Business
See AllParamount Streaming CEO Tom Ryan On the Growth of FAST Services in Streaming
Pluto TV, Tubi and the Roku Channel accounted for 3.7% of total TV use in February 2024.
In Philanthropy: Ken Griffin Donates $9M Toward Miami Schools and More
Belmont University and Carnegie Mellon also recently received major philanthropic gifts.
How a Social App Reduces Food Waste and Promotes ‘Feel-Good’ Decluttering: Founder Q&A
“Our vision at Olio is simple: we want to harness the age-old practice of sharing to solve the very modern problem of food waste.”
A Complete History of Elon Musk’s Fascination with the Magic Number 420
A look back at Elon Musk’s well-documented fascination with the number 420.
Netflix Execs Double Down on ‘Evolving’
“We have made and we are making great films,” Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos told investors on Thursday. “We want to make them better, of course.”
Power Lists
See AllThe Most Powerful Public Relations Firms—And the People Behind Them
The most powerful people in PR today know that “public relations” is just a fraction of what it takes to succeed in 2024. They understand how and why the game is changing. They embrace technology and data creatively to engage and inspire new audiences. They grow with their clients, retaining big, established accounts for decades while recruiting and/or building the Next Big Thing. They are role models for the next generation of PR hopefuls, not just for their success but for their commitment to improving and diversifying their industry. They are champions of the greatest stories ever told—and the ones we can’t wait to hear.
The Top PR Firms for Crisis & Reputation Management
The fixers to call when you’re in a bind—or (as the wise already know) to help prevent PR disasters in the first place.
The Top PR Firms for the Visual Arts
As the art world evolves, these firms are helping institutions change with the times so they can continue to connect art and audiences in meaningful ways.
Entertainment
See AllCandace Bushnell Still Wants You to Be Your Own Mr. Big
“I have so many young women come to me saying that Sex and the City saved them, inspired them and changed them, but mostly gave them a different way to look at their lives.”
Jeff Bridges On His Life In Front of the Camera, From The Dude to The Old Man and Beyond
On the eve of receiving Film at Lincoln Center’s Chaplin Award, Bridges looks back on a career that’s spanned seven decades.
Theater Comes to the Former Bell Labs Complex
The Bell Theater’s programming for 2024 ranges from musicals and dance performances to concerts and film.
Marketplace
See All6 Best CBN Oils for Sleep: CBN Oil Reviews
With the surge in demand for CBN oils for sleep, we’ve meticulously researched and evaluated the leading CBD brands to refine your selection to the market’s premier choices.
10 Best CBD Gummies for Anxiety and Stress
Although Colorado Botanicals and its line of CBD gummies ranked first, and we found them to be the best CBD gummies for anxiety, they’re not the only CBD brand with a lot to brag about. The nine other competitors on our list have many qualities that help them stand out in a highly saturated market.
7 Best CBG Oils to Buy in 2024: What Is CBG and CBG Reviews
To choose the best CBG oils, we evaluated each brand’s authority within the hemp market, how their products compared in blind testing, and the thoroughness of each product’s lab reports.
10 Best CBD Oils of 2024: Top CBD Brands Reviewed
After carefully reviewing and testing dozens of the top CBD brands, we’ve compiled a list of the 10 best CBD oils to buy in 2024.
10 Best CBD Companies to Buy From in 2024: Honest Reviews & Guide
With an even mix of new challengers and returning champions on our list, let’s look at the best CBD brands for 2024—and beyond
Latest
All LatestJeff Bezos Commits $100M in Grants for AI Solutions to Climate Change
The Amazon founder is looking for innovators with ideas about how to combat climate change with technologies powered by artificial intelligence.
‘Abigail’ Review: Goofy Self-Aware Horror With a Blood Sucking Ballerina
If you’re looking for a a well-balanced popcorn monster movie that doesn’t overstep its bounds or overstay its welcome, you’ve come to the right place.
Uri Berliner’s Resignation Is the Latest Example of Dissent In Newsrooms
Newsrooms are split on how to cover the most pressing political issues of our time.
Curator Meg Onli On How This Year’s Whitney Biennial Came Together
“Something that drove our curating was thinking about what artists of marginalized identities are expected to create.”
Len Cariou On a Six Decade Career That’s Included Shakespeare, Sondheim, and Selleck
The 84-year-old actor—currently off-Broadway in ‘Tuesdays With Morrie’—looks for shows without a Wednesday matinee so as not interfere with the shooting schedule for ‘Blue Bloods,’ now in its 14th season.
Miriam Simun On Technology in Art and Science as a Medium
“Science has the top authority in the construction of knowledge and thus in defining reality, making it a particularly interesting object to work with.”
Tesla Asks Shareholders to Reapprove Elon Musk’s $47 Billion Pay Package
Tesla will ask shareholders to ratify CEO Elon Musk’s record compensation package months after it was struck down in a Delaware court.
‘The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare’ Review: Guy Ritchie Bends History With Thrilling Results
It’s violent, stylish, and showcases a lesser-known tale from World War II that was only declassified recently—even if some of the movie’s story isn’t quite true.
Leonora Carrington’s Surrealist Masterpiece Expected to Sell for a Record $18M
The upcoming auction of ‘Les Distractions de Dagobert’ coincides with the 100th anniversary of the Surrealist Manifesto.
I’ll Always Support Food as Medicine—But It’s Not a Silver Bullet
The solution isn’t solely food as medicine. It’s food as engagement.
Jonathan Adler’s Latest Hotel Design Is Inspired by the Outer Banks’ Landscape
“The first time I visited Pamlico Station, I was in awe of how expansive the landscape is,” the designer tells Observer.
FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel Supports TikTok Ban, Calls Lack of Oversight ‘Stunning’
If the bill makes it to President Biden’s desk, Rosenworcel says “He should absolutely sign it.”
Artist FRIDGE’s ‘FreezerBurn Factory’ Is a Playful Take On an A.I. Takeover
“FreezerBurn Factory” features 100 new and old mixed-media paintings and sculptures.
Art Law: How Nations Around the World Deal with Forgeries
Morocco recently joined a growing international effort to fight art fakes and counterfeit cultural property.
Princess Diana’s Most Iconic Style Moments
From her royal wedding to Versace muse, take a look back at some of the best fashion moments from the people’s princess.
Sip and Savor at L.A.’s Best Wine Bars
Whether you prefer natural, low-intervention wines in DTLA or want to pair classic French varietals with French fare, there is something for every kind of wine lover.
10 Must-Read Books with Quirky Female Leads You Can Finish in a Weekend
Our favorite quick reads vary in premise, plot, style and form, but all of them will leave you wanting more.
‘Under the Bridge’ Review: A Miniseries That Interrogates the True Crime Genre
Hulu’s new show tells the tragic, horrific story of 14-year-old Reena Virk’s murder, but it’s not interested in true crime sensationalism.
What to Watch on Streaming
See AllWhat to Watch on Streaming This Week: March 15-21
Lindsay Lohan, Kristen Wiig, Jake Gyllenhaal and Taylor Swift are some of this week’s big names with big premieres on streaming.
What to Watch on Streaming This Week: March 8-14
‘Poor Things’, ‘Wonka’ and plenty more are set to premiere on streaming this week.
Where to Stream ‘Poor Things,’ ‘Napoleon,’ And Other Oscar Nominees
From small and artistic films like ‘Poor Things’ and ‘Past Lives’ to big blockbusters like ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning’, here’s where to watch the rest of this year’s Oscar nominees.