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A Sticky Tribute: Peanut Butter Covers Rotterdam Museum Floor

July 9, 2026

The floor of a Rotterdam museum has been turned into an edible canvas, with over 800 pounds of peanut butter smeared across the surface. The gooey spread is meant to honor Wim T. Schippers, a Dutch artist who passed away last month at the age of 83. The idea is not new; Schippers first introduced

opinion

A Room Full of Stories

July 9, 2026

The room looks chaotic to anyone who hasn’t seen it before. But for the owner, every item is a piece of history. Old notebooks sit in corners like quiet witnesses to past thoughts, friendship bracelets lie on the bathroom counter as reminders of shared moments, and concert tickets are tucked between

technology

A Quiet Square for Science

July 9, 2026

The new Midea Science Center is a quiet showcase of modern research, built beside Tadao Ando’s circular He Art Museum. Its design is simple: a white stone façade, clear glass walls and a black metal roof create a clean look that feels almost sculptural. The building is square, reflecting a tradit

entertainment

Weekend Fun on Staten Island: Movies, Hikes and More

July 8, 2026

Staten Island is buzzing this weekend with a mix of free events that keep families and friends entertained. Start your Friday night at Historic Richmond Town where a relaxed outdoor gathering runs every week through August, offering food and live entertainment without any cost. On the same day, a bi

art

Objects that Carry Art Around

July 6, 2026

Every place changes. New buildings replace old ones, people move on, and the city keeps a hidden layer of its past. In Bentonville, Arkansas, that layering is happening fast: the town went from a rail hub to a corporate base and now is turning into a spot for bike trails, modern buildings, big art p

finance

New Boston Spot Lets Money History Come Alive

July 5, 2026

Boston’s newest museum in the Seaport district is a fresh look at finance that feels more like a game than a lecture. The building, covering 5, 400 square feet, opened its doors last Friday and is now open from Wednesday to Sunday. It marks the first time in years that the Smithsonian‑affiliated Mus

education

A New Bus Brings Trips to All Kids

July 4, 2026

Cottage Grove’s Circle of Friends, a nonprofit that helps children with severe disabilities learn and grow, has won more than $170 000 from the federal government to buy a special school bus. The money comes through Section 5310 and was approved unanimously by the Lane Transit District Board, showin

politics

Art Center Stands Strong: Director Keeps His Post Amid Campus Shake‑Up

July 4, 2026

A sudden clash erupted last week when the university tried to fire the art center’s director, Scott Propeack. The museum’s board was shocked but refused to let the move go through. They declared that Propeack would stay in charge. The university admitted it had overstepped but said it will no longe

entertainment

Celebrating America’s 250 Years: A Mix of Pride, Pain, and Art

July 4, 2026

The United States is turning 250 this Saturday, a milestone that feels both hopeful and heavy. People across the country are trying to decide what this anniversary means today, when divisions run deep and progress feels uncertain. The nation’s founding promise that “all men are created equal” still

technology

A peek at NASA's retired space shuttle in a whole new way

July 4, 2026

After spending over a decade lying flat in a museum, NASA's last operational space shuttle, Endeavour, is getting a dramatic makeover. Instead of just sitting there, it will soon stand tall, ready for launch. The California Science Center is building a massive new home for it, a 200, 000 square-foot