Science SARU and Bandai Namco Filmworks unveil the first teaser for the new The Ghost in the Shell TV series. Dropping in July 2026, the project marks a visual return to Masamune Shirow’s 1989 manga roots, blending high-energy animation with the franchise’s signature philosophical weight.

A deep-dive recap of X Games Aspen 2026, where Mark McMorris shattered historical records and Kirsty Muir staged the ultimate golden comeback. From the 1620 triple corks to the "punk rock" energy of the Knuckle Huck, we explore the visceral reality of elite winter sports and the cultural pulse of Buttermilk Mountain.

South Korean producer ZICO and Lilas (ikura of YOASOBI) have released “DUET,” a high-profile cross-border collaboration that dropped December 19. Following the release of Lilas’s solo album Laugh, the track marks a strategic and sonic collision between Seoul’s hip-hop elite and Tokyo’s defining pop voice.

Finnish eyewear designer Vincent Catani unveils his new line, Collection ID, a fusion of Nordic minimalism and bold, expressive design. Each pair is meticulously handcrafted in Sabae, Japan, confirming Catani’s dedication to elevated craftsmanship. The collection is showcased in a captivating lookbook shot by Ville Mäkäräinen.

London pop artist Sienna Spiro announces her first North American headlining run, The Visitor Tour 2026, kicking off in March. Following a breakout year that included a Top 10 hit and arena support slots, the tour will see Spiro play eight intimate venues, including the Bowery Ballroom and Troubadour, before heading to Europe in May.

Actress and former ballet dancer Sonoya Mizuno is set to make her directorial debut with Stages, an A24 and Film4-backed feature. Inspired by her roots in the Royal Ballet School, the project signals her shift from muse to auteur, and features a reunion with longtime creative collaborator, producer Alex Garland.

Pentatonix delivered holiday spectacle to a sold-out Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis with their "Christmas in the City" tour. The performance featured a sprawling setlist of a cappella classics, modern mashups, and interactive moments like a Pop-Punk rendition of "Jingle Bells."

An exclusive look inside the electric atmosphere of Xavi’s high-energy concert at the Old National Centre in Indianapolis on November 29th.

Anthony Vaccarello has curated a highly exclusive Saint Laurent Rive Droite Advent Calendar featuring 24 vinyl records personally selected by the designer as a profound tribute to music. The luxury box set also includes an interactive element, with six records hiding access passes to exclusive seasonal gifts, fusing analogue sound with the thrill of the modern digital hunt.

Hip hop force Awich releases her 13-track album, Okinawan Wuman, a monumental project entirely produced by RZAof the Wu-Tang Clan. The album balances global features like Joey Bada$$ and Westside Gunn with deep, introspective tracks that channel classic Wu-Tang narratives, cementing Awich’s status as a formidable global and cultural power.

K-pop icon SEVENTEEN made a historic debut at NPR’s Tiny Desk, becoming the first K-pop act to perform the intimate set from the Washington, D.C. headquarters. The quintet delivered a stripped-back, nine-song set spanning their decade-long career, showcasing vocal prowess and genuine joy, highlighted by an impromptu a cappella moment that defied the limits of their usual arena spectacle.

GRAMMY-nominated pop force Tate McRae has released SO CLOSE TO WHAT??? (deluxe), an expanded edition of her chart-topping third album, adding five new tracks including “NOBODY’S GIRL.” The release follows her massive 80-date arena tour and is accompanied by a new video directed by Thibaut Grevet and choreographed by (LA)HORDE, cementing McRae’s status as a master of spectacle and kinetic storytelling.

Fon Studio has designed the austere new flagship store for streetwear label Theboyhasnopatience (TBHNP) in Shanghai, utilizing a concept called The Silent Gaze. Defined by a monolithic black concrete façade and a muted micro-cement interior, the 100-sq-m space inverts commercial codes to create an ethereal sanctuary for contemplation within the bustling Jing’an retail district.

The highly anticipated Analogue 3D, an FPGA-powered console designed to flawlessly recreate the Nintendo 64 via hardware, is finally shipping two years after its announcement. The system boasts 4K60 output, region-free cartridge support, and specialized hardware display controls that authentically simulate classic CRT monitor characteristics, offering the ultimate, modernized N64 experience.

Martin Doherty of CHVRCHES and drummer Jonny Scott have debuted The Leaving, a new industrial rock project born from personal upheaval and grief. Their first single, “Saved,” is a stark and vulnerable look at the paranoia and mental collapse, questioning the source of destabilizing influences in a raw, electrifying reinvention of Doherty’s sound.

German punk powerhouse MELONBALL is back with the searing new single “Silence = Compliance” and the announcement of their sophomore LP, Take Care, due February 27, 2026. The track is a blistering, technically proficient call-to-action that refuses complacency in the face of oppression, cementing the band’s status as a key force in socially conscious punk.

Designer Haider Ackermann and Canada Goose have launched their third "Snow Goose" collection, turning technical winter wear into a poetic study of nature. The collection features fluid designs in colors like Mint Green and Ice Lavender, and the campaign unites music icon Willie Nelson with actor D’Paraoh Woon-A-Tai.

sacai is launching the second installment of its essentialist collection, "THE t-shirt," on November 21. The drop includes two-packs of both long-sleeve and short-sleeve T-shirts, deliberately logo-free and crafted from 100% cotton with distinctive stitching, affirming that subtle perfection is the new frontier of luxury.

Speedhouse pioneer CHYL’s scheduled performance at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway was canceled due to unfavorable weather conditions, forcing the artist to trade her set for an immersive experience with the racing culture that inspires her high-octane music.

UNIQLO and Keizo Shimizu’s NEEDLES have unveiled their collaborative collection of fleece jackets, cardigans, and wide pants. The range infuses UNIQLO’s accessible functionality with NEEDLES’ cult aesthetic, featuring the brand's iconic butterfly logo, bold purple accents, and signature side-seam tape applied to comfortable fleece silhouettes.