Odessa: Hummed Low

A few deep breaths are recommended before sinking into Odessa’s quiet song “Hummed Low.” Through a bare yet polished arrangement, LA-based classical violinist-turned-singer-songwriter (who toured as a back-up violinist for bands like Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeroes) sings of expansive blue skies, miles of open road and a drive to a meaningful final destination—letting you escape the hectic pace of the city—if only for …

“Flashcrash Unlimited” at the Widget Art Gallery

The latest solo exhibition in this virtual gallery room, accessible by phone

The Widget Art Gallery (WAG) was created in 2009 by Rome-based new media artist Chiara Passa as a space to show art without any logistical restrictions: any time, anywhere, and for free. All you need to enter the virtual room is a mobile device and an internet connection—so you’re out of excuses not to visit. And due to the personal nature of our handheld devices, …

Seven Highlights at World Exposition Milan 2015

From a metal beehive to an entire microclimate, our favorite exhibits at this year's huge event

This year’s theme at World Exposition Milan is “Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life.” Each one of the 140+ participating countries is aiming to show their nation’s present state of agriculture and advances in technology regarding transformation and production of food, as well as the science behind it. The Expo site (which covers approximately one million square meters) is located just outside of the city …