Search results for

Museums are the distinguished repositories of the world's masterpieces. Throughout the globe, many fine institutions have committed their resources and time to displaying, interpreting, maintaining, and preserving these phenomenal artworks. Date | Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 11am Location | Virtual Zoom Link Register here! Join Timken Museum of Art for a ARTSReach Virtual Talk! Individuals can interact with works of art by visiting these institutions or by connecting via technology. The focus of this docent-led talk is to highlight some of the most incredible extant paintings in four stellar museums: the Louvre, the Metropolitan, the Prado, and the Uffizi. For further information on this event please visit the website: https://www.timkenmuseum.org/calendar/event/artsreach-virtual-talk-highlights-from-four-of-the-worlds-greatest-museums-the-louvre-metropolitan-prado-and-uffizi/

The employees are owed back wages for their work. The location also was fined for violating child labor laws.

The Tina Turner Museum in Brownsville, Tenn., is seeing a surge in visitors after the iconic singer died this week at the age of 83.

Researchers have studied the physics behind heavy stones skipping across the surface of water. They say these findings could be applied to real-world problems like de-icing airplanes.

A Chinese survey ship docked this week at the Hambantota port, built with Chinese loans. Some worry the ship's arrival may signal the start of militarization of Chinese infrastructure in Sri Lanka.

A California appeals court has ruled companies like Uber and Lyft do not have to treat their drivers as employees.

What your commute can do for you

Researchers surveyed commuters to find out what they do — and don't — get out of the daily trek to and from work. Many people say it's invaluable personal time to recover and switch gears.

A mystery to solve. Wines to experience. Food pairings to enjoy. Games to play. Auction items to win. The Fleet Science Center's annual fundraiser to connect everyone to the power of science. The Fleet Science Center’s annual in-person fundraiser returns on Saturday, June 25. Put on your detective’s hat and purchase your ticket to solve the Mystery at the Museum at this gala event featuring an elegant wine-paired dinner. Access to clues begins Sunday, June 19 with the launch of a weeklong online silent auction of wines and experience packages. Date | Sunday, June 19 at 5 p.m. (silent auction) and Saturday, June 25 at 6 p.m. (gala) Location | The Fleet Science Center Register here! In-person single person ticket: $375 Table for 8: $3,000 VIP table for 8: $5,00 Wine sponsor table: $7,500 Corporate sponsor table: $10,000 Click here for more information on sponsorship opportunities. For more information, please visit www.betterunite.com/matmgala or call (619) 238-1233.

Petitions for compassionate release soared in the pandemic, but federal judges denied most requests. This week officials will review guidelines aimed at freeing imprisoned people who pose no threat.