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Women’s Impact Network awards $71,000 In grants to arts & culture nonprofits
Representatives from seven New Hanover County arts & culture nonprofits celebrate their grant awards from the Women’s Impact Network of New Hanover County (WIN) at a special awards presentation party May 15. After reviewing applications from 33...

Budget conference: Lawmakers remain far apart on arts, culture spending as advocates urge support
As budget negotiations continue in Tallahassee, a sizable divide persists between the Senate and House on arts, culture and museum spending. The Senate wants to apportion more than $23.3 million to culture and museum grants, which includes a full...

Call to artists for the Camas Plein Air Art Show and FVRL’s Art4Art fundraiser
Art4Art fundraiser seeks submissions The Friends of Vancouver Community Library invites anyone to participate in the Art4Art fundraiser. Pick up an 8-by-8-inch square wood panel, decorate it however you like and donate the panel back to the...

Remembering Arthur L. "Art" Berman's Death Anniversary: reflections on the career of the lawyer and politician (June 6)
Arthur L. "Art" Berman died on June 6, 2020, in Chicago, IL. Throughout his life, Berman was a dedicated advocate for social justice and equality in the city. He served in various influential roles within the local government, tirelessly working...

Undervalued and Profitable: 2 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks for Buffett-Minded Investors
Artificial intelligence (AI) could be the biggest growth opportunity for investors this century. According to a projection by United Nations Trade and Development, the AI market could grow from $189 billion in 2023 to $4.8 trillion by 2033....

Kettering Health confirms attack by Interlock ransomware group as health record system is restored
One of the largest healthcare systems in Ohio confirmed that the systemwide technology outages it has faced over the last two weeks were caused by a ransomware attack. Kettering Health, which runs 14 medical centers and dozens of clinics primarily...

TfL's brand new London Underground map that is perfect for music lovers
Cecil Sharp House has been named in Transport for London’s (TfL) grassroots music map, a tribute to the centre’s contribution to the capital’s musical history. Designed in collaboration with London Creates MUSIC, the Featured Artists Coalition...

Indiana hospitals combat workplace violence in health care
Health care workers are five times more likely to experience workplace violence injuries than workers in other industries, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On June 6, the Indiana Hospital Association (IHA) and Gov. Mike Braun...

MOCA gala honors Frank Gehry, others, raises $3.1 million: L.A. arts and culture this weekend
The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles threw a glitzy bash at the institution’s Geffen Contemporary in Little Tokyo Saturday, raising $3.1 million and honoring architect Frank Gehry, artist Theaster Gates and philanthropist Wendy Schmidt....

Novant Health unveils healing arts initiative to support community wellness
Novant Health's new initiative integrates art and healing, showcasing local artists' works to create a calming hospital environment. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A new Novant Health initiative is bringing the arts into health care spaces, and shining a light...

UK’s future technology pioneers meet top investors
6 June 2025 The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) successfully hosted its first invitation-only Venture Capital Showcase event on 3 June 2025. The event brought together over 70 elite investors, entrepreneurs and innovation...

Lessons From Big Tech On Data And Knowledge
Mounir Adada, Eclipse Mining Technologies, USA, delves into the data-driven future, highlighting knowledge graphs and ontologies as essential aids. The rapid evolution of data-driven industries has led to a paradigm shift in how raw data is...
Speakers set for 44th annual Tire Society conference
Akron, OH – The Tire Society announces its 44th Annual Conference, to be held September 23-25, 2025, at the University of Akron in Akron, Ohio. The Conference theme is Rolling Towards Sustainability: Tires for A Greener Future. This premier...

Matteo Mancuso at Ardmore Music Hall
photo: Sean McFadden *** Matteo Mancuso has been a household name among guitar geeks for more than a few years now, and on May 23rd, he and his trio demonstrated why to a packed house and broader audience at Ardmore Music Hall. This show was the...

I (kinda) interviewed my favorite artist
Exciting news! I’m finally going on vacation at the end of the month, heading to Colorado. Of course, seeing family and friends back in my hometown will be wonderful, but first, we’re hitting Denver. It’s a bucket list moment; I’m going to see my...

Syracuse Playlist: Hear 6 June tunes from Central NY music artists
“Syracuse Playlist” is a monthly feature on syracuse.com highlighting music from local artists. If you’re a Syracuse-area musician, email gherbert@syracuse.com to share your music, including your artist name, song/album title, a brief description...

The Update | Butler Exhibition Focuses on the Art of Robert Rauschenberg
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – “Touched by Rauschenberg: The Art of Eric Forstmann, Don Gummer, Diana Levinson and Robert Rauschenberg” will open Sunday, June 8, at The Butler Institute of American Art and run through Aug. 24. An opening day reception will...

A young Xinjiang artist sings the reality of his hometown
05:38 For Alading Asihali, a musical theater actor from northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, art is more than performance – it's a personal mission. In his latest original song and music video, Alading pays tribute to his home...

Web Summit 2025: AI Innovation, Investment Shifts and Global Tech Alliances Take Center Stage
The Vancouver edition of Web Summit took place last week, bringing 15,727 attendees from 117 countries together, including 159 partners, 681 investors and 50 trade delegations. A record-breaking 1,108 startups across a range of tech-touching...

Sizzla still loves Trinidad and Tobago, despite Caribbean Music Festival fallout
News Jada Loutoo An Hour Ago Sizzla Kalonji Jamaican reggae artiste Miguel “Sizzla Kalonji” Collins has taken to social media to clear the air about his involvement at the One Caribbean Music Festival. In an Instagram post, Collins responded to...