I desired dragons with a profound desire,” fantasy writer J.R.R. Tolkien once said about his childhood imagination, ...

Doha: As the world celebrates World Art Day today, April 15, a Doha-based Chinese artist is quietly painting a story of identity, expression, and international connection. Yvonne Tsui, originally ...

In addition to the two taotie statues, which eventually come to life and attack the film’s protagonist, “Creation of the Gods” also draws from Zhou bronzes: The battle armor worn by its protagonist, ...

China is taking the trade war to a new battleground: America’s TikTok feeds. Chinese suppliers have been flooding American social media this week, urging users to outflank President Donald Trump ...

The deeply personal Manhattan apartment showcases a love of art for designer John Bambick and his husband Michael Bentley ...

This geometric harmony was just the beginning. The vase's rim is adorned with a fine band of interlocking motifs — wisps of auspicious clouds, plump pomegranates and bats. Each element, Lian notes, ...

When French artist and architect Clara Bryon arrived in Beijing this past February, she wasn't just visiting — she was ...

Seven members of the quasi-gang “Chinese Dragon” were arrested on Sept. 17 on suspicion of obstructing a business by quarreling with a rival faction in front of an Apple store when iPhone 15s ...

Female front shoulder tattoos are a form of body art that allows women to express their individuality, strength, and beauty.

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

The Art Basel and UBS Global Art Market Report 2025 by Arts Economics highlights an industry that, despite a decline in total sales value, remains dynamic and evolving. What factors shaped these ...