In this week's comments update, readers are debating two stories we published further exploring plans for the 170-kilometre-long Saudi city The Line. More about "Limiting any experimental city model is a mistake" says commenter
Dezeen Courses: fashion, art and design university Istituto Marangoni has presented a selection of undergraduate and postgraduate design programmes on Dezeen Courses. More about Five design courses at Istituto Marangoni on Dezeen Courses
Chinese artist Ai Weiwei has formed a wall from 2,000 life jackets that were used by Syrian refugees while attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea as part of an installation in Quebec City. More about Ai Weiwei covers historic Quebec City rampart in refugee life jackets
The latest edition of our weekly Dezeen Agenda newsletter features the longlists for this year's Dezeen Awards. Subscribe to Dezeen Agenda now! More about Dezeen Agenda newsletter features the Dezeen Awards 2022 longlists
American baby footwear company Woolybubs has created a range of baby shoes that can be broken down in hot water after the wearer has outgrown them to help eliminate waste. More about Woolybubs baby shoes can be dissolved in boiling water
University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers have invented a biofilm that sticks to the skin like a Band-Aid to harnesses sweat for electricity that could power wearable devices. More about Biofilm developed to power wearable electronics with sweat
To fight the threat of soil degradation to food supply, design graduate Ryan Waterhouse has invented a portable device that monitors the health of topsoil. More about Terra Nova soil monitor aims to avert future food crisis
British artist Morag Myerscough has created an aerial installation of 105 flags for the Clean Power campaign, which aims to encourage conversation about renewable energy. More about Morag Myerscough reveals colourful flags emblazoned with environmental message on Oxford Street
This week on Dezeen, we revealed the longlists in all categories of the Dezeen Awards 2022, showcasing the world's best studios and projects. More about This week we revealed the Dezeen Awards 2022 longlists
Nomadic art gallery The Radford Gallery has shown a selection of sculptural pieces in materials such as limestone, marble and aluminium in London for its Hard Knocks exhibition. More about Hard Knocks exhibition showcases artworks and furniture made from marble and timber
Tequila brand Jose Cuervo has opened a metaverse distillery designed by Mexico-based Rojkind Arquitectos and British designers Bompas & Parr, where attractions include a barrel maze and a pool party. More about Rojkind Arquitectos and Bompas & Parr design Jose Cuervo distillery in the metaverse
The latest edition of Dezeen Debate features an Antony Gormley sculpture with an "erect phallus", which has caused outrage among students at a London university. Subscribe to Dezeen Debate now. More about Dezeen Debate newsletter features Antony Gormley's "erect phallus" sculpture
Tyre-maker Goodyear has announced it will join aerospace company Lockheed Martin and car manufacturer General Motors to develop a vehicle for NASA's next lunar landing, set for 2025. More about Goodyear to design airless tyres for future lunar vehicle
Raymond Briggs, the British illustrator best known for creating the popular children's picture book The Snowman, has passed away at the age of 88. More about British illustrator Raymond Briggs dies aged 88
Promotion: homeware platform Shoppe Object is hosting a virtual marketplace and in-person show called Showcase: Japan that presents handpicked collections of homeware, fashion and accessories from 25 Japanese brands. More about Showcase: Japan presents handpicked designs from 25 Japanese designers
Following the news of Issey Miyake's death, we've highlighted seven projects created by the Japanese fashion designer over his five-decade-long career. More about Seven key projects by fashion innovator Issey Miyake
In this week's comments update, readers are discussing a proposal for a London skyscraper designed by Arney Fender Katsalidis, which the studio said "takes inspiration from nature". More about "Nothing about skyscrapers has anything to do with nature" says commenter
British car manufacturer McLaren has collaborated with American sportswear company Athletic Propulsion Labs to release a collection of trainers that reimagines the brand's supercars. More about HySpeed trainers by McLaren and Athletic Propulsion Labs take cues from supercar design
The latest edition of our weekly Dezeen Agenda newsletter features Volkswagen's electric version of its 1960s T1 Transporter. Subscribe to Dezeen Agenda now! More about Dezeen Agenda newsletter features Volkswagen's 1960s-style electric van
Architectural photographer Iwan Baan has captured a selection of public artworks that will be on display in Qatar to provide outdoor museum experiences ahead of the FIFA 2022 World Cup. More about Iwan Baan photographs outdoor artworks by Richard Serra and Faye Toogood in Qatar