The well-known adage "History doesn't repeat itself, but it rhymes" – popularly attributed to Mark Twain – inspires a new series of exhibitions at the Reina Sofía Museum. These displays will be presented alongside Picasso's iconic Guernica, featuring works from diverse geographical and cultural
"Every art is at once surface and symbol." This profound quote by Oscar Wilde introduces a recently published guide by Cuadernos de Arte Cátedra. This essential book is designed to help readers decipher the rich tapestry of symbols not only prevalent in historical artworks but also those encou
NASA has awarded Intuitive Machines a new $180.4 million contract under the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program. This contract is for the IM-5 mission, which will transport seven scientific and technological instruments to the Moon's south pole. Notably, IM-5 will be the first miss
On March 24, 2026, during a series of press conferences, NASA unveiled a new strategic direction called "Ignition." This initiative not only redefines the Artemis program, aiming to accelerate humanity's return to the Moon and establish a permanent base there, but also includes several other si
On April 28, 2026, Arianespace is set to conduct the second launch for Amazon's satellite constellation, utilizing its powerful Ariane 64 rocket. This mission, designated VA268 by Arianespace and LE-02 by Amazon, will deploy 32 Kuiper satellites from Europe's spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana
Every day, billions of people worldwide open social media applications. They use them to catch up on news, stay in touch with friends and family, follow personal interests, or simply pass the time. However, some find themselves checking their phones every few minutes, feeling uneasy without ac
Hidden less than half a meter beneath the surface, the ruins of Charax Spasinou pose an enormous challenge for archaeologists. "I have never experienced a place where digging is so difficult," explains Stefan Hauser, an archaeologist from the University of Konstanz. The area north of Basra in s
Following the Danish parliamentary election, one truth has become abundantly clear: the political landscape remains highly ambiguous. While Mette Frederiksen may be able to retain her position as Prime Minister, it is anticipated that this will come at a significant cost, requiring considerable
Former FDP top politician Volker Wissing (non-party affiliated) has delivered a harsh critique of his former party. "It truly pains me to see a party tear itself apart and jeopardize its future. But the reasons are quite obvious," the former FDP state leader in Mainz and ex-Federal Minister of
Dogs possess their own distinct sense of wellness and fashion. They have no need for velvet coats or leather boots; their fur and paws are perfectly sufficient. Instead of perfumed waters, they naturally prefer to roll in delightfully messy things. It is their human companions who frequently t
The global order is undergoing a profound transformation: power politics increasingly overshadows diplomatic reason, international rules, and international law appear fragile. Under US President Donald Trump, the principle of the stronger gained new prominence. Amidst these rapid changes, dipl
The doorbell at the former chancellor's residence was out of order. A handwritten note with two blue arrows instructed visitors to simultaneously press the doorbells for Gerhard Schröder's office and his apartment on the first floor. Following these instructions, the secretary opened the door.