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Glimpse of Italy: Two visitors are drawn in by Valerio Corzani’s photographs at the Geometria dell’Incanto: Frammenti di Bellezza Italiana exhibition at IIC Jakarta.
Glimpse of Italy: Two visitors are drawn in by Valerio Corzani’s photographs at the Geometria dell’Incanto: Frammenti di Bellezza Italiana exhibition at IIC Jakarta.
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‘Geometria dell'Incanto’: A poetic glimpse of Italy through the lens

The exhibition showcases 43 photographs taken between 2016 and 2024 across 20 Italian regions by Valerio Corzani, and is open to the public until May 16 at the Istituto Italiano di Cultura (IIC) Jakarta.

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'Toxic beauty': Rise of 'looksmaxxing' influencers

Looksmaxxing influencers -- part of an online ecosystem dubbed the "manosphere" -- have surged in popularity across social media, capitalizing on the insecurities of young men eager to boost their physical attractiveness to women.

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Local firm JumpStart releases smart coffee machine with a designer's touch

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The Self Inc employs Allure AI for bespoke skincare shopping experience

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Marine Serre stretches style traditions at Paris Fashion Week

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