Venice Biennale visitors witnessed a historic strike as over two dozen national pavilions were shuttered in solidarity with Palestine. Thousands marched under Palestinian flags, prompting Italian police to intervene. This marks the first cultural strike in the 131-year-old event's history.

Elsewhere, a nesting seagull claimed her space at the Polish pavilion, drawing attention and admiration from viewers. Art Not Genocide Alliance and local activists organized this protest for workers' rights amid the ongoing artistic celebration.

In LA, the Art Book Fair offered a different kind of spectacle: zines, vintage photos, and lavish monographs that made the archives come alive. Meanwhile, Dan Schindel delves into the life of maintenance artist Mierle Laderman Ukeles through her new documentary, highlighting unpaid and often unseen labour in art.

Meanwhile, Lisa Yin Zhang shares tips from artists on how to navigate their craft and personal lives, while Mary Frank's sculptures celebrate self-sustaining survivors. The Biennale continues to evolve, blurring lines between protest, art and everyday life.