‘Modern Art and Politics in Germany 1910-1945: Masterworks From the Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin' Review: Capturing Seismic Shifts
Contrary to much popular belief, all art is not political. But in the first half of the 20th century—when Germany was experiencing rapid industrialization and militarization; the rise of nationalism and socialism; the defeat of World War I; the creation and swift fall of the liberal Weimar Republic; and a totalitarian Nazi regime that enforced its artistic taste by persecuting, exiling, even killing artists—German art certainly was.
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Sarajevo street art marks out brighter future
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Ty Haney Officially Returns to Outdoor Voices
She's back. Confirming a badly kept secret in the apparel industry, Ty Haney has officially returned to Outdoor Voices, the brand she founded in 2013. More from WWD Obagi, Milk Makeup Owner Waldencast Enters Filler Market With New Acquisition Ulta Beauty Acquires Space NK as It Speeds Up International Expansion How Blu Scarpa Plans to Scale With The Help of Fiat Heir Lapo Elkann Actually, Haney has been quietly working with the company for nearly a year, creating product and brainstorming on how to reimagine the brand. But with a capsule collection ready to launch on Aug. 4, it was time for the official reveal. 'I formally started last August,' Haney told WWD. 'It's been so much fun to reactivate, reconnect to the vision, work on product and evolve what was an awesome brand into an awesome brand for today.' The first hints that something was afoot came last week when Outdoor Voices erased its Instagram feed, added the brand's former motto 'Doing Things' to its web page and followed just one person, Haney. That led to widespread speculation that she was returning. Her official role is founder, partner and co-owner and she will lead product, brand and creative, along with community engagement and activations to help refocus the brand identity and engage with new generations, as well as core consumers who already have a connection to the company. Haney said she has repurchased a company stake and is working with a team that includes Katie Siano, president; Tiffany Wilkinson, the former creative director who has rejoined the brand in that role, Jessica Guzman, the new design director, and Mariel O'Brien, general manager and chief operating officer. Last June, Consortium Brand Partners, a fund manager and brand-building company founded by three former Marquee Brands executives, purchased the troubled activewear brand for an undisclosed price. Corsortium, which is led by Cory Baker, Michael DeVirgilio and Jonathan Greller, is one of the new players in the brand management business, joining Authentic Brands Group, WHP Global, Bluestar and the founders' former firm, Marquee. Over the years, Outdoor Voices had faced numerous financial challenges, internal management rifts, excess inventory that had to be sold at off-price channels, cash flow issues, a revolving door of executives and store closures. Last spring the company's 16 remaining stores abruptly closed after Outdoor Voices reportedly stopped paying a number of its vendors and neglected to pay rent on some of the stores for months, according to published reports. 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Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, Founders of National Waterpark Day, Celebrates Ninth Annual Holiday July 28 Across All U.S. Locations
WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis., July 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, home to America's Largest Indoor Waterparks, and the founders of National Waterpark Day, will celebrate the ninth annual holiday on July 28. The celebration will feature a fun-filled day of family-friendly festivities at all four of its award-winning resorts. Established in partnership with the National Day Calendar in 2017, this celebration spotlights the adventure, excitement and memory-making power of waterparks nationwide. "When we started National Waterpark Day, our goal was simple: inspire families to come together, unplug and enjoy some uninterrupted fun," said Travis Nelson, President of Kalahari Resorts. "Watching our guests embrace that spirit year after year reminds us why we created this celebration in the first place." On July 28, Kalahari resort locations in Wisconsin Dells, WI, Sandusky, Ohio, Pocono Mountains, PA and Round Rock, Texas will have on-site foam parties and live DJs spinning poolside tracks, exciting games and giveaways, foodie pop-ups, family poolside activities, meet-and-greets with everyone's favorite Kalahari characters, and more. On July 28 only, guests can also dive into a 24-hour flash sale offering up to 30% off overnight stays, $10 off waterpark day passes, 10% off cabana and bungalow rentals, and 30% off fall 2025 season passes when they use the promo code WATERPARK. "Whether it's our flagship Wisconsin Dells location or our newest resort in Texas, National Waterpark Day is the perfect time for families to dive into summer," added Nelson. "From the sun-drenched outdoor pools that lets guests soak up every ray to the mega slides in our indoor waterpark that keep the excitement flowing, Kalahari gives families the flexibility to craft their ultimate waterpark getaway." For more information on National Waterpark Day activities or to book your stay, please visit About Kalahari Resorts & Conventions Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Wisconsin Dells, WI, Sandusky, Ohio, the Pocono Mountains, PA, Round Rock, Texas, and opening soon in Spotsylvania, VA, deliver a beyond-expectations waterpark resort and conference experience all under one roof. The African-inspired Kalahari Resorts, privately owned by the Nelson family, are home to America's Largest Indoor Waterparks. Todd and Shari Nelson, the founders of Kalahari Resorts, were honored with an induction into the Wisconsin Business Hall of Fame in 2023. All Kalahari Resorts feature well-appointed guest rooms and suites, the full-service Spa Kalahari, a fun-filled family entertainment center, on-site signature restaurants, unique retail shops and a state-of-the-art convention center. For more information, members of the media are encouraged to visit View source version on Contacts Alison HoesliVP, Director of PRMorning Walkprteam@ 630.733.9306
