Think raves are just chaotic gatherings filled with disoriented partygoers? Curator Naz Cuguoğlu challenges this stereotype, suggesting that raves foster unique forms of community not found elsewhere. In her recent opinion piece, she discusses how museums might become more inclusive by integrating aspects of rave culture.
In other developments, Mexico has decided to modify the route of a high-speed train to protect newly uncovered rock art. Kudos to them, as some nations—who shall remain unnamed—might have opted to construct a shopping center instead.
Additionally, today’s highlights include Genesis P-Orridge’s provocative mail art, Jule Korneffel’s quest for illumination, and Jean Shin’s tribute to the trees in a New York cemetery, among other stories.
—Hakim Bishara, editor-in-chief