BEIJING (AP).- Renowned artist Ai Weiwei, among the most prominent activists detained in China’s sweeping recent crackdown on dissent, was released on bail Wednesday after confessing to tax evasion, official media said. Ai’s release after nearly three …
Government of China Detention of Contemporary Artist Ai Weiwei Tests Depth of Crackdown
BEIJING (REUTERS).- China’s detention of internationally renowned artist Ai Weiwei has sparked a petition urging his release, exposing alarm among the nation’s liberal intellectuals who see his case as a test of how far a crackdown to stifle dissent co…
Government of China Detention of Contemporary Artist Ai Weiwei Tests Depth of Crackdown
BEIJING (REUTERS).- China’s detention of internationally renowned artist Ai Weiwei has sparked a petition urging his release, exposing alarm among the nation’s liberal intellectuals who see his case as a test of how far a crackdown to stifle dissent co…
The Phillips Collection Launches "Give by Cell" Campaign to Support Repairs
WASHINGTON, DC.- In the wake of a recent renovation-related fire, The Phillips Collection launches a micro-donation campaign to raise funds toward repair of the historic Phillips house. Supporters can donate $5 or $10 to the museum by sending a text me…