Link About It: This Week’s Picks

An iPhone-controlled Batmobile, the Sun's strange behavior, mesmerizing GIFs and more in our weekly look at the web

1. Peter Kogler’s Mind-Bending Spaces Now on display at the Zagreb Museum of Contemporary Art, artist Peter Kogler’s interactive and innovative spacial pieces are truly mind-bending. Kogler’s curiosity into computer-generated media allowed the Austrian artist to break through the physical limitations of traditional art, making it possible to bring the virtual world straight to gallery-goers. Stepping into one of his pieces seems like standing on …

Gift Guide: Valentine’s Day 2015

Make shopping a bit more bearable with a selection of creative gifts for that special someone—or just treat yourself

While merely hearing the words “Valentine’s Day” can cause reflexive groans, we happily accepted the shopping challenge the holiday provides. Below is our selection of creative items to show that special someone your heartfelt affection (or absolute loathing), be it a dedicated partner, disgruntled friend, adoring pet, or most importantly—yourself. Find even more year-round gift ideas in our Buy section, which is updated daily. You/Me …

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Four Tet's jazz interpretation, Paul McCartney goes big with Kanye and more in our weekly look at the week in music

Rihanna feat. Paul McCartney and Kanye West: FourFiveSeconds It’s not every day Kanye West teams up with Sir Paul McCartney, though lately it’s been a fortnightly affair and recent developments suggest the Beatles frontman is producing West’s next album. The latest release in the admittedly odd yet harmonious partnership features Rihanna and a folksy, Western-tinged guitar riff. “FourFiveSeconds” is about as stripped-down as a pop …