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FBI says artworks in NYC collection were stolen
When eccentric socialite and art dealer William M.V. Kingsland died two years ago, he left an extensive collection of Pablo Picasso paintings and other works crammed into his one-bedroom apartment -- but no will.
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Plans set for music fest
The Music is Art Festival is returning to Buffalo.
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Chicago's Allerton Hotel "Reopens" Aug. 12-13 Following Top-to-Bottom Transformation into a Sleek, Modern New ...
----The Allerton Hotel: WHAT: The official relaunch of the landmark-designed Allerton Hotel on Michigan Avenue following an exhaustive interior renovation that blends the hotel's famed Renaissance exterior with a sleek, modern interior and re-establishes it as the uniquely Chicago destination it has been for most of its 84-year history.
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The Boost Mobile Pro of Surf Presented by Hurley Next up on Foster's ASP World Tour Calendar
Boost Mobile and Hurley today announced the final competition roster including the names of the three wildcard contestants invited to compete at the 2008 Boost Mobile Pro of Surf presented by Hurley -- the next stop on the ASP World Championship Tour and the only tour event held on the U.S.
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Artist inflames Olympics political debate
POP artist Peter Drew has won this year's The Advertiser $5000 Contemporary Art Award.
Adelaide Now |
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North Shore Arts to hold Nearly Wet Paint Auction on Aug. 16
On Saturday, Aug. 16, the North Shore Arts Association will host a Nearly Wet Paint Auction & Gala in their historic gallery on Smith’s Cove in Gloucester.
The Cape Ann Beacon |
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Renaissance expert commissioned for Dubai Sports City's North Point
Dubai Sports City, the world's first integrated sports city, has commissioned a Renaissance expert to ensure the authenticity of the Venetian themed architecture of the development's North Point commercial, residential and retail precinct.
AME Info |
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view BACHNA AE HASEENO PRESS MEET picture gallery
It would indeed have been an interesting moment for BACHNA AE HASEENO if Bipasha Basu had not refused to seduce Ranbir Kapoor?
Glamsham.com |
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FBI seeks owners of 137 artworks
William Kingsland's collection turned out on his death to be largely made up of stolen pieces. But the FBI is still puzzled about several dozens of other works.
International Herald Tribune |
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Call for local artists
Oxide Gallery, a new art venue designed to showcase local artists, will have three “open calls” in search of quality art in Denton County.
Denton Record-Chronicle |
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Ghost of Summer - M20 by Toni Heidemann
Are you seeing a ghost? It could be. When most people think of the Trifid nebula they think of the wild colored fantasy images they've seen taken with filtered, long exposure photography. But what happens when you combine science with imagery? Just ask Toni Heidemann. Toni may have made his living [...]
Universe Today |
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Young Masters
There's still time for youngsters to get artsy in August. On Monday, kids at the Chartreuse Muse Gallery and dirtly by making pottery. Sydney Bazer, 6, of Newman works on a clay cereal bowl as Reno Rodriguez, 10, of Modesto checks out her technique. Sam Kara, 11, of Modesto puts finishing touches on his bowl. This week the gallery also is offering a class as cartooning. Options for the rest of ...
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A Photo Project's Message: Hello, Neighbor
If you're someone who thinks neighbors and neighborhoods aren't what they used to be, you aren't alone. A sense of community can be hard to come by, even in thriving areas. A public photography project in Oregon is meant to change that, with large banner portraits of residents.
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Nairobi's new museum
Nairobi's National Museum had been closed for renovations for three years, from virtually the moment I arrived in Kenya. It finally reopened last month after a $14 million renovation sponsored by the European Union. I took a walk through the new complex today and came away impressed.
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Kia Motors America Brings 'Borrego Experience' to Boston for Fisherman's Feast
Kia's Borrego Experience comes to Boston's Fisherman's Feast Aug. 14 - 17 in the next leg of its six-month national tour. Visitors to the Kia Borrego Experience exhibit can check out the new Kia Borrego before it's in showrooms; enjoy a luxury oasis featuring a "Cool Zone" to beat the heat; and taste free samples in the Gourmet for Less cafe with cooking demonstrations prepared by nationally ...
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Toy savvy youngsters compete in MagNext(TM) building competition at Toys"R"Us stores nationwide
MEGA Brands Inc. is excited to announce the launch of its highly anticipated new line of magnetic construction toys, MagNext. To celebrate the new line's arrival in stores, MEGA Brands is holding a nationwide building contest in over 550 Toys"R"Us locations across America.
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Circuitcity.com Continues to Take Leadership Position in e-Commerce Space with New Site Features and Shopping Tools
Boosting its commitment to provide shoppers with easy access to comprehensive and objective product information, circuitcity.com proudly announces renewed and expanded alliances with ConsumerReports.org, Popular Photography and Sound & Vision magazines and the expansion of Circuit City's social commerce platform.
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FBI says artworks in NYC collection were stolen
NEW YORK---- When eccentric socialite and art dealer William M.V. Kingsland died two years ago, he left an extensive collection of Pablo Picasso paintings and other works crammed into his one-bedroom apartment -- but no will.
Chicago Sun-Times |
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Recognise! Hip-Hop and Contemporary Portraiture - The Art Newspaper
When the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC, hosts a major exhibition on hip-hop music and related art, its clear that the phenomenon has become mainstream. Hip-hop artists such as Blackalicious, LL Cool J and Public Enemy are portrayed in photographs, paintings, poems, murals and videos.
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Letters to the editor
Fascinating people visit fascinating museum; If you must fund one, fund all
The Herald-Mail |
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Nigeria: Safe-Guarding Our Treasures
The original Benin bronze-head, the exquisite symbol of the creative ingenuity of the Bini, Nigerian and indeed African people still lies in some British museum where it is being kept, after having been stolen by the British colonialists.
AllAfrica.com |
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Local finalist winning with voters in I LOVE NY short-film competition
A video shot over 10 hectic days in and around Western New York is a fan favorite and one of 15 finalists in a film contest meant to showcase the best the Empire State has to offer.
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Giant turd wreaks museum havoc
Inflatable dog mess art work blown from moorings and brings down power line in Switzerland
Guardian Unlimited |
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LAB Research To Host Safety Pharmacology Seminar In Madison, WI
LAB Research Inc. ("LRI" or "LAB Research") (TSX: LRI), a rapidly growing global non-clinical contract research organization, announced that it will host an exhibitor's seminar titled "Study Design in Safety Pharmacology: Emerging Trends in Drug Development" at the upcoming 2008 Safety Pharmacology Society Meeting in Madison, WI.
Medical News Today |
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Stolen art within NYC collection
By Colleen Long Associated Press NEW YORK -- When eccentric socialite and art dealer William M.V. Kingsland died two years ago, he left a massive collection of Pablo Picasso paintings and other works crammed in his one-bedroom apartment but no will.
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