Arts

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A diverse audience of avatars experiencing a virtual concert in a futuristic, immersive VR environment with holographic stage effects.
Experiences

How Virtual Reality Is Reshaping Arts and Entertainment

For just $6.99 a year, fans can now access virtual concerts featuring artists like Megan Thee Stallion and T-Pain, experiencing intimate performances with only 200 other attendees at a time, according

Elise Marrow·May 18, 2026
Cape Town's vibrant street art and architecture, with Table Mountain in the background, symbolizing its rich cultural scene.
Culture

Cape Town ranks fifth in Time Out's Best Cities for Culture

Cape Town, long celebrated for its stunning natural landscapes, just landed a fifth-place global ranking for arts and culture from Time Out Worldwide .

Theo Ashford·May 16, 2026
Diverse individuals enjoying arts and cultural activities, demonstrating the link between cultural engagement, slower biological aging, and overall well-being.
Culture

Arts and culture engagement slows biological aging as effectively as exercise

Engaging in arts activities at least once a week was linked to aging 4% more slowly, a benefit comparable to exercising at least once a week, according to medicalxpress .

Theo Ashford·May 14, 2026
A dynamic city square filled with diverse people enjoying art, music, and performances, symbolizing a vibrant cultural center.
Culture

Top Cultural Centers in the US for 2024

Santa Fe, NM, a city of just over 80,000, just snagged the #1 spot for arts vibrancy among medium communities in 2024.

Theo Ashford·May 13, 2026
Diverse individuals engaging with art in a gallery, showcasing contemplation, wonder, and connection.
Experiences

What Are the Psychological Benefits of Cultural Experiences?

In 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) began testing arts interventions to advance specific health goals, including mental health and suicide prevention.

Elise Marrow·May 13, 2026
Diverse group of people enjoying various art activities, demonstrating the positive impact of arts engagement on well-being and aging.
Culture

Weekly arts engagement slows biological aging by one year

Engaging in arts activities at least once a week was linked to aging 4% more slowly, a benefit comparable to regular exercise, according to medicalxpress .

Elise Marrow·May 13, 2026
Diverse group of older adults joyfully participating in an art class at a community center, demonstrating the positive impact of arts on aging.
Culture

Arts programs slow aging, boost community engagement

People who engaged in arts activities at least once a week appeared to age 4% more slowly than those who rarely participated, a biological effect comparable to regular exercise, according to Medical X

Elise Marrow·May 12, 2026
Daejeon's envisioned Culture and Arts Belt at dusk, showcasing a blend of modern and traditional architecture with lively public spaces.
Culture

Daejeon mayor plans new culture and arts belt by 2026

Daejeon Mayor Lee Jang-woo has unveiled a sweeping multi-trillion won plan to establish a new 'Culture and Arts Belt' across the city, aiming to build multiple new facilities and revitalize existing c

Elise Marrow·May 11, 2026
Diverse cultural landmarks in Palm Beach County illuminated by May sunlight, symbolizing the MOSAIC 2026 initiative's accessibility and savings.
Culture

Palm Beach County MOSAIC 2026 Initiative Unlocks Cultural Savings in May

This May, visitors can get 50% off general admission to the Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society, just one of a record number of deals offered by cultural organizations across Palm Beach County.

Elise Marrow·May 7, 2026