14 Exquisite New Mediterranean Hotels To Book This Summer
Standouts range from a cliffside sanctuary on a little-known Greek Orthodox pilgrimage isle to the former coastal residence of a Post-Impressionist master reborn as an exclusive bijou villa retreat just outside Marseille’s trendy renaissance.
Paintings By Forgotten Artist Kyohei Inukai Are Headed to the Brooklyn Museum
The paintings were gifted to the institution by Manhattan-based collector and philanthropist Miyoko Davey.
Inside American Ballet Theatre’s Chic Spring Gala
The company and its patrons headed downtown for a stylish—and perfectly pink—evening of dinner and dancing at Cipriani 42nd Street.
Arts
See AllArt Dealer Annina Nosei Donates Her Gallery Catalogues to Magazzino Italian Art
Her eponymous gallery staged Jean Michel-Basquiat’s debut solo show in the U.S.
What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know About Art Auction Security in the Age of Cyberattacks
“The fact that Christie’s was able to respond effectively so quickly to its security breach indicates that people there have thought about and planned for these situations.”
One Fine Show: ‘Eternal Love and Loss’ at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
A fascinating exhibition of hairwork and eye miniatures examines the 18th- and 19th-century vogue of giving ones lover a piece of oneself.
Artist Virginia Overton Takes Us Inside the Domino Sugar Sign Transformation
“I want each viewer to experience it in their own way, from their own perspective.”
Lee Cavaliere Explains How VOLTA Is Breaking the Art Fair Mold
The recently appointed director is shaking up VOLTA Art Fairs with new initiatives that promote collaboration and accessibility.
Lifestyle
See AllColorado’s Most Charming Towns for a Summer Escape
Whether you’re looking to relax fireside under the stars at a luxury mountain resort or experience some of the best hiking in the Rockies, here’s where to explore in Colorado this summer.
How Joel Montaniel Helps Restaurants Find and Keep Their Best Customers
“Restaurants are a sanctuary and a place that can remind us all that we are all human,” SevenRooms CEO Joel Montaniel tellsl Observer.
12 Must-Visit Cocktail Bars in London
Whether you’re looking for an espresso martini, classic cocktail or a more unusual option, these are 12 of the best cocktail bars in London.
From Athens to the Isles: Greece’s Top New and Noteworthy Hotels
Greece’s fabled landscapes have welcomed a brilliant new constellation of polished escapes over the past two years, from adventurous mountain retreats to soulful beachfront hideaways.
The Best Off-Duty Fashion at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival
Some of the best Cannes fashion moments are happening away from the red carpet.
Business
See AllThe Scientists Behind the Arctic ‘Doomsday Vault’ Receive the World Food Prize
The Svalbard seed vault holds more than 1.25 million seed samples representing thousands of plant species.
Will Zeekr’s IPO Bounce Get Americans Excited About Chinese EVs?
The combination of increasing tariffs, softening EV sales, and a lack of awareness of Chinese EVs mean it is unlikely that Zeekr’s blockbuster IPO will lead to increased consumer interest in the U.S.
A Virtuous Loop: Foreign Entertainment and A.I. Tech for Language Learning
Thanks to the globalization of pop culture and the rise of A.I.-enabled technologies, easily learning new languages is at our fingertips.
OpenAI Chief Scientist Ilya Sutskever Departs 6 Months After Failed Sam Altman Ouster
Sutskever’s job security has been a topic of speculation on social media since Altman was reinstated CEO last November.
An Anonymous $100M Donation Could Help Keep Artists in San Francisco
The project draws inspiration from successful artist housing developments like New York’s Westbeth and Manhattan Plaza.
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 All‘Babes’ Review: A Gross-Out Comedy That’s Hilarious, Inspiring, And Groundbreaking
Director Pamela Adlon has done the nearly impossible: crafted a film that mines comic gold from people being loving to one another while acting responsibly.
Inside ‘The Great American Baking Show’: Apple Pie, Handshakes, and No Oat Milk
Observer was on-set with judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith and hosts Zach Cherry and Casey Wilson as ‘The Great American Baking Show’ shot its second season for Roku in the familiar tent outside of London.
‘Bridgerton’ Season 3 Review: A Wallflower’s Journey
Anyone who has written off the series as fluff or who considers romance a lesser genre should look again this season.
Marketplace
See All10 Best CBD Gummies for Pain & Inflammation to Buy in 2024
After a comprehensive review of many leading brands for best CBD gummies for pain, Colorado Botanicals earned the top position among the other nine companies that caught our attention.
10 Benefits of CBD Oil & Why You Should Take It
individuals who received CBD treatment showed less anxiety, better mental clarity, less anticipatory nervousness and greater confidence in their public speaking abilities.
How Long Does CBD Stay in Your System?
CBD has become a popular remedy for pain, inflammation and anxiety without mind-altering effects. But many factors—including dosage and strength—determine how long it stays in your body.
10 Best CBD Oil for Dogs: Best for Anxiety, Pain & Arthritis
Explore our expert picks for the top 10 CBD oils for dogs in 2024, carefully selected after thorough product reviews. These CBD oils are best for anxiety, pain and arthritis in your furry friends.
6 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.
Latest
All LatestTwo in One: Eve Ackroyd On Painting the Lives of Women in Their Minds and Out of Their Bodies
“My job is to guide how you’re experiencing these people and what they’re trying to present to you.”
10 Must-Read Retellings of the Best Classic Books
The classics are the classics for a reason, but the best retellings of these works transcend their source material.
Opera Lafayette’s French Baroque Gems Enliven Spring on the Upper East Side
Korneel Bernolet has resurrected a delightful addition to French baroque opera known as opéra-ballet.
‘Back to Black’ Review: You Know This Amy Winehouse Biopic Is No Good
The movie makes for an empty dedication to one of this century’s greatest musical talents.
‘Poolman’ Review: Chris Pine Gives It His All, Which Is Not Enough
The trying-to-be-edgy comedic tone and presence of Danny DeVito might make you think you’re watching an unaired episode of ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.’ But Chris Pine’s writing-directing debut isn’t nearly that good.
The World’s First Desktop Computer Heads to Auction
Produced in the 1970s, the pioneering Q1 was the first computer powered by a single-chip microprocessor.
All the Best Red Carpet Fashion from the 2024 Cannes Film Festival
All the most exciting sartorial moments from the 77th Cannes Film Festival
‘Godmother of A.I.’ Fei-Fei Li On Why You Shouldn’t Trust Any A.I. Company
“The founding fathers [of the U.S.] did not put trust in a single person, and so my hope is not in a single A.I., it is in people.”
Jack Dorsey Pledges $21M Toward Open-Source Development to Advance Bitcoin
The billionaire tech entrepreneur is an enthusiastic supporter of open-source social networks like Nostr.
Mark Zuckerberg Turns 40: A Look Back at Key Moments in the Facebook Founder’s Career
The Facebook founder and CEO has spent exactly half his lifetime running his social media empire.
Chloë Sevigny, Joan Jonas and More: A Who’s Who of Dia Art Foundation’s Spring Benefit
The organization celebrated its 50th anniversary with celebrity supporters including Sydney Lemmon and Julianne Moore.
‘Back to Black’ and The Music That Made Amy Winehouse
As the Amy Winehouse biopic arrives in theaters, here are 10 songs that helped shape her sound.
Countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo On Training, Technique and Radical Operatic Expression
Costanzo’s story shows that sometimes the most radical thing you can do is use your voice.
Jet Set: The Best Travel Wraps
Welcome to Jet Set, a recurring feature in which we highlight our favorite accessories and travel must-haves that are perfect for
Review: ‘Here There Are Blueberries’ Studies Holiday Photos from Hell
This interview-based docu-play revolves around a mysterious photo album donated to the Holocaust Museum that showed the lives of those running Auschwitz.
What Melinda French Gates’s Philanthropy Could Look Like Post-Gates Foundation
The philanthropist is stepping down from the foundation she created with Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates.
Will Keen On Playing Vladimir Putin On Broadway in ‘Patriots’
Keen says that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine turned ‘Patriots’ — a play about the Russian oligarch Boris Berezovsky and the rise of Putin — into a show that’s in “constant conversation” with the news.
GameStop Co-founder Gary Kusin Says He’s Not Surprised By the Meme Stock Frenzy At All
GameStop co-founder Gary Kusin compares GameStop’s loyal customers with Taylor Swift fans.
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.