Artist Pippa Garner, an artist known for her critiques of consumerism, has died at 82.
Pippa Garner, a pioneering artist known for her provocative body of work, used wit and ingenuity to critique consumer culture and challenge gender norms through her creations, from modified cars to altered household items and even her own body. Garner’s career spanned decades, gaining late recognition with significant exhibitions in the 2010s and culminating in a 2023 Whitney Biennial appearance. Diagnosed with leukemia in 2022, she passed away at 82, leaving a legacy of humor, defiance, and a profound exploration of identity and material culture.
New York City’s pioneering congestion pricing policy is now officially in effect.
Apple will pay $95 million to settle claims that Siri improperly recorded private conversations, with some of the audio reviewed by its workers. U.S. customers who owned eligible Siri-enabled devices between 2014 and 2024 and can confirm accidental activations may qualify for compensation, potentially up to $20 per device. The lawsuit followed allegations that unintentional Siri triggers captured sensitive moments, prompting Apple to overhaul its privacy practices.
Disgruntled neighbors may veto Hollaway Studio’s avant-garde vacation home project.
Artist Sam Cox, known professionally as Mr. Doodle, plans to transform a modest Dungeness, U.K. house into a rusted metal-clad structure featuring his signature designs, a move that has sparked debate among locals. Architect Guy Hollaway has emphasized the design’s respect for the area’s heritage and natural environment, incorporating restored railway carriages and subtle doodle patterns. While concerns have been raised over wildlife risks and increased traffic, the final decision rests with a panel meeting on January 7, with district council approval recommended.
New York City’s pioneering congestion pricing policy is now officially in effect.
New York City has launched the first U.S. congestion pricing system, charging most drivers $9 to enter Manhattan’s busiest areas during peak hours. The program aims to reduce traffic, improve air quality, and generate $15 billion for transit upgrades, while also incorporating exemptions for emergency vehicles and discounts for low-income drivers.
The Mellon Foundation donates $2.6 million to U.C. Berkeley to fight art censorship.
UC Berkeley has received a $2.6 million Mellon Foundation grant for a nationwide initiative addressing artistic and academic censorship. Led by interdisciplinary scholars, the program will include workshops, publications, and legal training at institutions like the Smart Museum of Art and New York Live Arts, forming an “anti-censorship network.” The project, which examines censorship’s explicit and subtle forms, aims to support free expression in the arts amidst growing political pressures.
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