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August 9, 2022 β’ View in browserGood morning. π¦οΈ In today's news, the Horniman Museum in London agreed to return its collection of looted Benin artifacts to Nigeria. But still no word from the British Museum, which holds the largest collection of Benin bronzes. Israel's attack on Gaza over the weekend killed at least 44 Palestinians, including 15 children. Duniyana Al-Amour, a 22-year-old artist and college student, was one of the civilians killed. Also today: Archaeologists discover Ice Age human footprints in the Utah desert, a documentary about a book club that has discussed Marcel Proust's novel In Search of Lost Time for 20 years, an LGBTQ+ rodeo, and more. I'm also excited to share that Hyperallergic is hiring an additional full-time Staff Reporter! Spread the word or apply to join our team here. β Hakim Bishara, Senior Editor Luke Gilfordβs Tender Photographs of Gay RodeosThe Los Angeles-based photographer offers an updated version of the mythologized American cowboy, calling rodeos βthe traditional drag of America.β | Elaine Velie SPONSORED The Newark Museum of Art Presents Jazz Greats: Classic Photographs from the Bank of America CollectionPhotographers Antony Armstrong Jones, Milt Hinton, Chuck Stewart, Barbara Morgan, and more capture a breadth of legendary and local musicians and performance artists. On view through August 21. Learn more. LATEST NEWS Detail of a self-portrait by slain Palestinian artist Duniyana Al-Amour (via Facebook) 22-year-old artist Duniyana Al-Amour is one of at least 44 Palestinians killed in Israelβs latest attack on Gaza. The Horniman Museum is the first national museum in England to agree to restitute looted Benin items, announcing it will return 72 objects to Nigeria. Human footprints discovered on the salt flats of Utah are believed to date back to the last Ice Age. SPONSORED LGBTQ+ Art, Literature, and Historical Ephemera Up for Auction at SwannArt and photographs, publications from the 19th and 20th centuries, manuscripts, posters, and more are set to cross the auction block on August 18. Learn more. ART & FILM An Artist Chases the Ghost of Her FatherAt its core Line Berg's Fra Far manifests the anguish of a family whose loved one is convicted of a serious crime. | Gwen Burlington SPONSORED Art and Nature Collide in Texas With Donald Moffett + Nature Cult + The McNayMoffett returns to his hometown of San Antonio for a dynamic exploration of the natural world alongside masterpieces from the McNay collection. Learn more. The Book Club Thatβs Been Discussing the Same Proust Novel for 20 YearsAt first, simply watching people read In Search of Lost Time might seem dull; by the end you'll be itching to read or reread it yourself. | Dan Schindel Support Hyperallergic's independent journalismBecome a member today to help keep our reporting and criticism free and accessible to all. Become a MemberMOST POPULAR A Show Traces Philip Guston's Impact on Contemporary ArtistsPolish Museum Implores Visitors to Stop Having Sex on Its PremisesHow Did a Banksy West Bank Mural End Up at an Israeli Gallery?Two Santa Monica Artists Create a Legacy Through PotlucksThe Fascinating Things People Leave Behind in Library Books
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