International art exhibition held in Venice, every two years
Design Week in Jerusalem unfolds at Hansen House and surrounding venues, mixing sports-inspired art, trophies, and interactive installations. The event runs July 9–16, with free entry and a shuttle linking venues. Highlights include Trophy culture, Bezalel-led poster projects, and the Beitar vs. Hapoel fan-vs-fan video installation, alongside a Beit Shemesh garden of urban design.
Public mourners gathered at Buckfast Abbey for Ann Widdecombe’s private requiem, following her death on 8 July at 78 after a fatal assault. The service featured tributes from family, political figures and clergy. A public memorial is planned later this year, with donations split between Leprosy Mission and Abound India.
Independent and AP News report that Naza, a new documentary by Israeli filmmakers, joins Venice’s Golden Lion lineup. The project follows the killings of Palestinian civilians, built on reporting from +972 Magazine, Local Call and The Guardian. The Guardian notes it is the only documentary in competition.