Even Nature Lies / Ipek Durkal
Don’t think that deception, lying, trickery, and manipulation are unique to humans. Does nature lie? Absolutely! For example, some female monkey species mate with low-ranking males to genetically diversify their…
Ground Less: Istanbul’s “Unsettling Images” / Evrim Altuğ
“Collect Gallery” is hosting the exhibition “Ground_Less Istanbul,” which brings together the “unconventional” Istanbul panoramas and vertical landscapes of artist and architect Murat Germen, curated by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Firat…
James Cameron: The Genius Director of Great Gambles / Demet Cengiz
James Cameron, often labeled a “dictator” due to his obsessive attention to detail and harsh, uncompromising manner on set, has transformed the film industry and collected countless major awards over…
A New Philosophy of Life Before the New Year
Are you one of those who reflect on themselves before the new year? Those who make decisions, plan brand-new beginnings or endings, and see a new year as an opportunity…
Two Special Volunteer Runners for Education / Evrim Altuğ
Artist Halil Altindere has created another support-focused art project with Ahmet H. Uysal, a Trustee and Board Member of the Educational Volunteers Foundation of Türkiye (TEGV), whom he met by…
The President With Big Charisma and A Small CV: Zohran Mamdani / Demet Cengiz
Zohran Mamdani – widely expected to win New York’s mayoral race, talked about for both his story and his character as well as his campaign, and ultimately elected – is…
Be Aware So That You Don’t End Up Looking For Someone To Blame / İpek Durkal
I’m not very fond of self-help books, but I truly enjoy reading psychology-based books that contribute to personal development. They help me understand my own mood, the moods of the…
Jane Goodall: The Companion of All Living Beings on Earth / Demet Cengiz
The king of the jungle, Tarzan, married the wrong Jane. If Tarzan weren’t a fictional hero but a real person, he would have followed Jane Goodall, the friend of both…
“Mother Nature”: Originals Whispered by Time / Evrim Altuğ
The Suna and Inan Kirac Foundation Pera Museum brings together the works of Swedish artist Åsa Jungnelius in the exhibition “A Verse, Written with Earth, Fire, Water, and Air.” Created…
In Search of The Lost “Humanity Remote” / Evrim Altuğ
The 18th International Istanbul Biennial, titled “Three-Legged Cat,” is taking place across various venues in Beyoglu and Karakoy and will run free of charge until November 23, 2025. Curated by…