Brancusi, Christie’s & Nicole Kidman
WHAT ELSE! By Nazli Kok Akbas When Constantin Brancusi’s Danaide sold for more than $107 million at Christie’s New York in May 2026, it became far more than another record-breaking auction. It marked a new chapter in the way masterpieces are presented to the world, where art, cinema, celebrity, and mythology merge into a single cultural narrative. Rather than […]
How Can Leaders Prepare For What Is Next?
Written by Maria May Beth Byerly did not learn leadership in a classroom. She learned it by watching people who were good at it. Growing up in a multicultural environment, she noticed early that the people who actually got things done were rarely the ones with the loudest voice or the highest title. They […]
All Roads Still Lead To Basel
For one week every June, Basel once again became the global capital of contemporary art. Yet the 2026 edition of Art Basel felt less like a celebration of a booming market and more like a reflection on how the art world is evolving. Rather than focusing solely on sales, the fair highlighted resilience, innovation, and […]
A Sip of Tradition: Celebrating Turkish Coffee Day in Geneva
Few traditions encapsulate history, culture, and sustainability as beautifully as Turkish coffee. In honor of World Turkish Coffee Day, the Turkish Consulate in Geneva hosted an enchanting morning at the prestigious Hotel President Wilson. The event celebrated Turkish coffee’s artistry, rich heritage, and eco-conscious approach—a timeless tradition that has shaped global coffee culture. The story […]