American educational children's series; Muppet-driven explorations of learning and culture
The peanut butter floor by Wim T. Schippers has reopened at Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam for a two-month show. The installation uses peanut butter to cover a hexagonal floor, with brand Calvé donating the spread. The piece is a hallmark of the artist’s provocative, playful approach to art, first created in 1969, and the event also honors his unconventional burial.
The 2026 World Cup, staged across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is drawing to a close with an Argentina–Spain final in New Jersey. Closing ceremonies are planned as a marquee event with star performances and a longer halftime, while the final kicks off at 20:00 UK time on July 19, 2026.
Bill Simmons’s disclosure that a proxy bet was placed for him in Massachusetts has sparked scrutiny of online sports betting rules. Regulators are reviewing the practice, and FanDuel has voided the bets and reported the matter. The case highlights how location and account rules shape betting activity.
A Bloomberg report details protests over uneven disaster relief and rising costs after floods. Families and workers are seeking faster aid while merchants report price hikes continuing into the week.
A collage of personal essays from UK writers shows growing anxiety about AI’s impact on work, parenting and daily routines. Writers describe navigating automation, education choices and the future with both worry and pragmatism.