Stories from Venice · Italy

The Biennale, described as a large and prestigious art festival, is currently hosting demonstrators.

The South African Pavilion at the Biennale remained empty this time. This was due to the South African Ministry of Culture intervening and not wanting to show the work of South African artist Gabrielle Goliath in its intended form.

Gravestones of Soviet soldiers at the central cemetery in Venice were damaged on the eve of Victory Day.

An individual involved in the operational management of companies had a cryptocurrency portfolio exceeding 750,000 euros. This person had sold all properties in the Venetian area and previously moved to Dubai, where they were registered with AIRE.

About sixty artists, joined by passers-by, marched at the world's largest contemporary art event in Venice. They wore t-shirts bearing the name and work of Palestinian artists, mostly CDs.

Access to art at certain pavilions is specifically justified with solidarity, according to a German radio source.

Protesters set off fireworks at the Russian pavilion and demonstrated against its presence.

The event drew a large crowd, with many reportedly wanting to attend. There was a huge rush and high demand for the opening of the Austrian Pavilion. Artist Florentina Holzinger is involved with the Austrian Pavilions, suggesting her work is featured in an exhibition or cultural event.

A cultural journal announced an exhibition is set to open tomorrow in Venice. The report described a 'reality-based implementation' within a pavilion, featuring performative exhibition formats.

The first case of artificial intelligence addiction has been reported in Venice, involving a 20-year-old woman. She developed a dependency on an online chatbot, leading to isolation, and has been taken into care by the National Health Service, according to Il Gazzettino.