Illustrator Stanley Chow discusses the creation and viral spread of his iconic drawing of Andy Burnham. Initially created during the pandemic, the image was adopted by Burnham, then widely memed, including by Reform UK, leading Chow to take legal action against them.
The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, a nearly decade-long project, will have its dedication ceremony on Thursday. The event will feature global leaders, artists, and citizens, with performances by Bruce Springsteen, Christina Aguilera, and John Legend. Notably, former President Trump will not be in attendance.
The Biodiversity Heritage Library (BHL), a digital archive of natural world literature, has made over 64 million pages freely available. Despite its crucial role in scientific research and understanding biodiversity crises, BHL faces funding cuts and may cease operations by 2027.
國民黨主席鄭麗文日前訪美，除了參觀甘迺迪圖書館，更爆料稱見到了甘迺迪家族成員，但因對方要求保密，故不便透露具體身份。此行讓她深受感動，並表示受到甘迺迪對和平的信仰鼓舞。然而，民進黨立委王定宇則諷刺此為「破格接待」。
國民黨主席鄭麗文日前訪美，參觀甘迺迪圖書館並分享經驗。她今日在節目中爆料，除了參觀圖書館，還見到了甘迺迪家族的成員，但對具體細節保密。此行讓她深受感動，認為甘迺迪總統對和平的信仰給予她鼓勵。然而，民進黨立委王定宇則諷刺此舉為「破格接待」。
Fox Corporation CEO Lachlan Murdoch plans to acquire Roku for $22 billion, aiming to integrate its user base and potentially influence content promotion. The deal, pending regulatory approval, could reshape the media landscape by increasing Fox's presence in streaming.
The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago opens with a focus on art, featuring works by 30 diverse artists. The $850m privately funded center celebrates African American history and civil rights, contrasting with other presidential libraries and implicitly critiquing Donald Trump's approach to culture.
Ten years after Jo Cox's murder, her sister Kim Leadbeater fears "kinder, gentler politics" has failed, with intolerance and division worsening. Experts cite identity politics, social media, and scapegoating as key drivers. Politicians face increased threats, impacting recruitment and safety.
Ten years after Jo Cox's murder, her sister Kim Leadbeater fears political discourse has worsened, marked by increased intolerance, far-right unrest, and online abuse. Experts and MPs discuss the shift from economic to identity politics, amplified by social media, and the challenges of fostering constructive dialogue.
Jo Cox, Labour MP for Batley and Spen, was murdered by a far-right extremist on June 16, 2016, during the Brexit campaign. Her sister, Kim Leadbeater, now represents her constituency and discusses the lessons learned from the tragedy as far-right extremism becomes more mainstream.
An exhibition of heartfelt letters and souvenirs at the State Library of Victoria sparked memories of cassette tapes carrying voices of loved ones from Afghanistan and Pakistan. These tapes provided solace and connection during times of displacement and hardship, a tradition now echoed in modern digital communication.
Stockholm's library system experienced a security breach where attackers exploited weak PIN codes, including those derived from personal identification numbers, to access user accounts. Approximately 8,000 individuals are confirmed affected, with the potential for more. The library has reset PINs and is implementing a new login method requiring email and password.
Experts analyze the Gwangju representative library collapse, which killed 4 workers, shares similarities with the 1994 Seongsu Bridge collapse, citing faulty welding and construction as primary causes for both disasters.
Amazon is clarifying its gaming strategy, consolidating its efforts under Luna as the platform and Amazon Game Studios for development. The company is pivoting towards casual, phone-controlled party games and leveraging major IPs like Tomb Raider and James Bond across its services, while also exploring AI in game development.
The Obama Presidential Center, a $850 million, 19.3-acre campus on Chicago's South Side, is set to open on Juneteenth. It features museum exhibits, art, public spaces, and a library. It will be privately run by the Obama Foundation and will have the most expensive presidential museum ticket at $30.
Barack Obama's Presidential Center in Chicago, a museum-like institution, is set to open. Journalist Marc Pitzke reflects on the center's portrayal of Obama's presidency, contrasting it with the current political climate and noting the absence of criticism.
Tainan City Councilor Du Su-yin proposed a "tech-themed library" for the Shalun Smart City, emphasizing its role in education and industry development. The proposal comes as the area attracts significant R&D resources and potential investment, including from AMD.
The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago's South Side will open to the public on June 19. The 19.3-acre campus features a museum, library, and public spaces. While the campus is free, museum admission is $30. The granite obelisk structure has drawn criticism, including from former President Donald Trump.
Seoul's Nowon District is opening the expanded 'Madei-eum Library' on May 23rd, a human book library fostering communication and knowledge exchange. The new facility, located on the 3rd floor of a youth housing complex, features expanded reading areas, educational spaces, and a collection of 30,000 books.
The Trump Presidential Library stated it found no direct messages sent by Donald Trump from his Twitter account during his presidency, despite thousands of tweets and evidence suggesting otherwise. This comes amid legal battles over the Presidential Records Act.
Tokyo has announced plans to relocate its Central Library from Minato Ward to Shibuya Ward, as part of a redevelopment project for the former National Children's Castle site. The new facility will feature expanded collections, creation spaces, and other child-focused experiences.
Missouri is significantly reducing state funding for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, a free book program for young children. Funding will drop from $6 million to $2 million for fiscal year 2027, potentially halting enrollment and operations by September.
Pope Leo has appointed Maria Montserrat Alvarado, president of EWTN News, as the first lay woman to lead the Vatican's communications department, a significant move continuing Pope Francis's efforts to increase female leadership within the church.
A 60-year-old cyclist was seriously injured after being struck by a KMB double-decker bus in Hong Kong on Monday afternoon. The man was trapped beneath the bus and taken to hospital unconscious. Police are investigating the incident.
