Who knew toothpaste could be so fun? While no actual toothpaste is produced, this experiment is an exciting and hands-on way to bring several science lessons to life. You’ll want to use some caution when performing it with kids. Some of the chemicals used can be irritating and the substance produced is hot, so you […]
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Artificial intelligence is changing our world. It feels like this technology is evolving faster than any we’ve ever experienced in history—and it’s hard to keep up. Yes, it can be very practical and convenient to use AI, but there’s somewhat of a learning curve to using AI productively in the classroom. Many educators have a
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Commercial roof surveys play an important role in identifying and addressing issues before they escalate into costly repairs or structural damage. Roof surveys are more than just routine inspections – they’re proactive measures aimed at preserving the integrity and longevity of commercial roofs. Keep reading to discover some of the most common issues found during…
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Every May 15 for the last 76 years, Palestinians around the world commemorate the Nakba (Arabic for “the catastrophe”), during which 750,000 Palestinians were permanently displaced from their homelands as a result of the establishment of the State of Israel. During this mass exodus, the ancient embroidery practice known as taṭrīz or tatreez became an
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On the night of May 6, between dress adjustments, pearl placements, and camera flashes at the controversial Met Gala, 27 protesters were arrested on the Upper East Side during a pro-Palestine demonstration while Israeli forces seized the Rafah crossing that displaced Palestinians relied on for their evacuation to Egypt. In response to the celebrity silence
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WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina — As far as I know, Wake Forest University is the only American institution of higher education to establish a collection of student-acquired art. Once every four years, a small group of students, along with faculty advisors, travels to New York City to buy art for the Mark H. Reece Collection of Student-Acquired
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Ana Mendieta’s 1983 sculpture “Untitled” from the Serie Mujer de Arena (Sandwoman Series) is among the works in the de la Cruz collection that will be offered at Christie’s. (images courtesy Christie’s unless otherwise noted) MIAMI — Last month, the Cuban-born, Miami-based art collector and philanthropist Rosa de la Cruz died at the age of
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LOS ANGELES — The Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapter of the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) in Santa Clarita announced on Wednesday that it had reached an agreement with the school administration regarding disclosure and divestment “from entities and funds that contribute to human rights violations.” The news follows nearly two weeks of
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An American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) curator who was detained at the Istanbul Airport after allegedly attempting to carry scorpions and spiders out of Turkey has been exonerated and released. Lorenzo Prendini told Hyperallergic that he was cleared of all charges yesterday by a Turkish judge. News of Perdini’s arrest broke on Monday, May
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The Vilcek Foundation is currently hosting a call for applications for two prizes: The Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise in Visual Arts, and The Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise in Curatorial Work. The foundation will award three prizes of $50,000 in each category to early-career immigrant professionals in 2025. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply
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