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Key Takeaways * Dutch artist Parra is dropping two complementary limited‑edition prints on July 30, via Avant Arte. * PLAY STUPID GAMES explores intimate connection, depicting two people bonding over a board game—“blocking out the chaos". * HOME BOUND focuses on solitude, featuring a woman immersed in her personal space—
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Key Takeaways * Internationally acclaimed artist KAWS will host a major, garden-wide exhibition at the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) in the Bronx. * The show runs from May 22 to October 24, 2027, spanning the Garden’s 250-acre landscape with large sculptures and site-specific installations * This exhibition follows NYBG’s tradition
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Nike Basketball’s SNKRS Showcase reveals the Sabrina 3, Giannis Freak 7, G.T. Future plus retro Flightposites and Foamposites. Drops begin July 2025 into early 2026—exclusively on SNKRS and select retailers.
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Culture Black Women’s Unemployment Is Rising. Economists Say It’s a Warning Sign. Black women’s unemployment is rising. Economists say it’s a warning sign.New data released Thursday from the Bureau of Labor Statistics marked the third straight month of high unemployment rates for Black women.The
Culture MFA Boston Restitutes Two Gifted Artifacts to Kingdom of Benin MFA Boston Restitutes Two Gifted Artifacts to Kingdom of BeninThe bronze relief plaque and terracotta sculpture were donated to the museum by Robert Owen Lehman Jr.ARTnews.comKaren K. Ho Nigeria’s Museum of West African Art Announces Public
Culture Is it time for a more inclusive era of ownership in NYC’s gaming and casino industry? Rev. Sharpton and JAY-Z think so. Is it time for a more inclusive era of ownership in NYC’s gaming and casino industry? Rev. Sharpton and JAY-Z think so.SL Green teams
Culture New Yorkers Embraced Ranked-Choice Voting. Mamdani’s Win Proves It. Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Jeopardizes Lifelines for Black Americans Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Jeopardizes Lifelines for Black AmericansThe legislation would scale back Medicaid, slash funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and limit access to federal student
Fulton County commissioners propose a 12.49% property tax increase—raising the millage rate to 9.87 mills. Public hearings scheduled July 9 & August 6. Learn how homeowners will be affected.
The Milwaukee Bucks stretch‑waived Damian Lillard to clear cap space and signed Myles Turner to a 4‑year, $107M deal, upsetting Giannis Antetokounmpo and shaking up the Pacers’ roster
Legendary halftime performer Red Panda was injured during her unicycle act at the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup Final on July 1, 2025.
Nike Ava Rover drops July 25, 2025 at $145. Featuring ReactX foam, woven upper, TPU overlays, reflective details, and water-repellant outsole.
Chase B × Travis Scott × Jordan Jumpman Jack drops October 8, 2025 at $200 via Nike SNKRS & select retailers
WNBA announced on June 30, 2025, that it's adding three new teams in Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia—its largest expansion to date. This bold step will grow the league from 15 to 18 teams by 2030.
Culture We Shouldn’t Have Billionaires, Mamdani Says Sneakers Bad Bunny x adidas Gazelle Indoor “Cabo Rojo” Bad Bunny x adidas Gazelle Indoor “Cabo Rojo”Bad Bunny x adidas Gazelle Indoor “Cabo Rojo”: dropping Aug 1, 2025 for $140. This “Wonder Clay” colorway pays tribute to Puerto Rico with clay
