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Everyone has a favourite restaurant, and the one that sits at the top of the list is usually there for reasons that extend beyond the food. Maybe it was the venue for a romantic proposal, a place that employs a hilariously bad waiter, or the...
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There's something hiding in everybody's loft; forgotten, unloved, and obsolete. Shoved into a corner when the technology grew outdated and the next big thing arrived with more power, more memory, more everything. That collection of old mobile...
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An art project highlighting the struggles of underprivileged children through mural depictions of their stories has unfolded on the streets of Melbourne. Known as HEARTCORE, the undertaking features a collaboration between children from the Berry...
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Wholesome TV character Hannah Montana has been left in a cloud of dust at the side of the road as Miley Cyrus slams her foot to the floor and hurtles headlong towards pop superstardom. Bangerz may not be her first album release but it's the one...
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Being the kind of undistinguished typist that pauses noticeably every time 3D needs writing in the line of duty, imagine my joy at this little beauty: _MON3Y AS AN 3RRROR | MON3Y.US by M0us310n.net. Subversive counterculture through keystroke...
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We like to keep a beady eye on the artistic endeavours of Sonic Youth founder and bassist Kim Gordon, and our entirely legal and not-at-all stalkerish surveillance reveals that she has been hard at work in the hills of Los Angeles, transforming...
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I maintain an elaborate pretence with my parents about what I do for a living; I tell them I work in local government, they think I'm really a spy, and we're both happy with that. The reason for the deceit is that what I really do involves writing...
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As the East End of London continues to undergo a major process of change, is there a danger that the voice of traditional communities will be lost? Not if the likes of The Decorators design collective have anything to do with it. Keen to preserve...
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Ever wake up in the morning thinking: "why, oh no, I didn't"? Slap yourself in the shower. Recall the horror. Erase the past. If only! Creative talents Guus ter Beek and Tayfun Sarier, both members of the London team at advertising powerhouse...
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Late '80s acid house crossover track Stakker Humanoid, conspiracy theory 'exposé' publication Order Out of Chaos: on the face of it, two entities chiefly unrelated. Nonetheless, they are two entities that speak volumes of artist Jess Johnson and...
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What does the phrase “Blood, Sweat and Tears” mean to you? The brief presented to this group of young up-and-coming graphic designers was to produce a representation of those four words (or three words and an ampersand) – something which...
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Albeit an unconventional horticultural method, singing to plants has long been the old wives’ favourite technique for heathy foliage. But international collective ANTIVJ has turned this on its head, creating a site-specific audio-visual...
City Notes
“A masterclass in conceptuality,” a hotel that “takes you on a fuzzy trip of vague recollection,” and “a paradise of inimitable escapism.” That’s what we said about Port de Sóller’s impressive Bikini Island & Mountain Hotel three...
City Notes
Hidden in the quiet heart of rural Spain, La Torre del Visco Hotel offers unrivalled luxury and adventures walking in a shepherd’s footsteps across the ancient Aragonese landscape that once inspired Picasso… In the early 20th century,...
City Notes
The world’s first StandardX hotel has opened in Fitzroy, Melbourne, the offshoot of the renowned global The Standard hotels, officially touted as the brand’s “rebellious younger sibling” with an offering of “intuitive hospitality without...
Stuff Crush
See captivating, never-before-published photographs of 1970s and '80s USA cultural hotspots including New York City, San Francisco, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Miami Beach and more in Street Walker, a new publication from revered street photographer and...
Dispatches
Paintings have transcended their origins as the crown jewels of galleries and museums. Today, they hold a central place in homes worldwide, where they not only decorate but also communicate personal taste, style, and emotion. Whether chosen for...
Dispatches
When it comes to your child’s health, dental care is often the one that gets overlooked. After all, baby teeth fall out so why bother? But establishing good habits and visiting the dentist from an early age is crucial for your child’s health and...
Dispatches
When buying a used car, you need to know the car’s history. The last thing you want is to buy a car with hidden problems, whether it’s been in an accident, has outstanding finance or has been stolen. A full car history check can make or break...
Dispatches
Escape rooms are a popular team building activity, but they’re more than just an hour of fun. They create a high pressure environment where communication is key. Working together fast, sharing ideas and solving problems under time pressure shows...