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New York Post
6 hours ago
- General
- New York Post
Toxic dating trend 'monkey-branching' is like cheating
Quit monkeying around when it comes to the feelings and hearts of your lovers, experts say. Everyone knows at least one person in their life who's never single — and swings from one beau to the next without missing a beat. Dating pros call it 'monkey-barring' or 'monkey-branching' — which is the act of clinging to one partner while lining up another behind your current flame's back. Too terrified of ever flying solo, these serial daters stick with one partner, only until the next is within reach. But don't confuse it with Gen Z's trendy polyamory — that's consensual and above board. Monkey-barring or monkey-branching, experts warn, is all about sneakiness and betrayal. 'Monkey-barring and polyamory are fundamentally different,' Angelika Koch, relationship expert at Taimi, explained, as per Vice. 'Monkey barring is based on codependency and is arguably a form of cheating, while polyamory is based on the ability to love several people in a romantic way at once and isn't cheating because everyone involved consented.' 3 Know someone who's never single, just swinging from one flame to the next? That's 'monkey-barring' or 'monkey-branching.' Getty Images As Koch further explained, 'People who do this often lack emotional growth, because they are constantly moving through life in a fear-based manner to avoid the hard work it takes when healing from wounds in a past relationship.' 3 Experts say monkey-barring — or branching — is basically codependency masquerading as love… and a not-so-subtle form of cheating. Kerry Hargrove – The love guru also noted that 'monkey-branching' or 'monkey-barring is ultimately a 'fear-based action, normally based on codependency.' 'Many people enjoy the thrill of doing this because it provides the security that you won't be alone.' She stressed that jumping from 'one potential partner to the other doesn't allow you room to truly grow and get to know yourself,' something you need to do before any successful relationship — romantic or platonic. As The Post previously reported, this isn't the only dating trend lately to come with a catchy name. For example, 'Banksying,' inspired by the elusive street artist, describes a partner who slowly grows emotionally distant — leaving their unsuspecting other half blindsided, much like Banksy's surprise artworks. 3 'Ghosting' has got company: 'Banksying' and 'submarining' are even more terms for toxic dating trends with bite. Getty Images Then there are 'submariners,' who vanish for months only to resurface in your DMs as if nothing happened, a toxic trend where ghosters casually return from the dating deep. Experts and heartbroken daters alike warn: in the jungle of love, watch out for branch-hoppers, Banksys and submariners — your heart isn't a playground.
Time Out
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
A new Banksy artwork has gone on display in London
One year ago today (August 7), a brand new Banksy mural appeared in Brick Lane – the third in a series of animal stencils across the city. Since then, it's been a pretty barren year for fans of the Bristolian artist in the capital, but one of London's most beloved museums is now here to save us from the Banksy-less times we've been living in. Covent Garden's London Transport Museum may not be the collaborator you expect from one of the nation's best known artists alive today, but it's the one we've got, and we're pretty excited about it. The work in question – a rat hanging onto the arm of a clock – was originally sprayed onto a signal box in Croydon back in 2019 as part of the artist's Gross Domestic Product pop-up shop. It featured in a video Banksy posted to Instagram back when that project, which was a commentary on rampant consumerism in today's world, was ongoing, and the design is also now sold on clocks, but there's only one place in the world where you can see the real deal. 🎨 Here's a map of all the Banksys you can still spot around London. The door which featured the painting was quickly removed to avoid anyone stealing or destroying it, but it has since found a new home in a different signal control cabinet, preserving the original artistic intention and look. And that box is now on display at the London Transport Museum in Covent Garden. This is the first Banksy for the museum. Elizabeth McKay, who is the CEO of the LTM, explained that 'whilst this artwork could not remain in its original location, it's fantastic to display it here in the Museum for visitors to enjoy it up close'. She added: 'Banksy's art is part of the city's story, loved by Londoners and visitors alike.' You don't need to add anything onto your ticket or pay extra to see the Banksy – just book a time slot and you're sorted. If you fancy having a peek, you can book a ticket to the London Transport Museum, which is valid for entry for a whole year, here.
Otago Daily Times
14-06-2025
- Business
- Otago Daily Times
Banksy's home in Queenstown
The Arts Hole owners Tom Roberts and Chani Caulfield with their son, Denali. PHOTO: SUPPLIED A Queenstown couple believe their art gallery at Frankton's Country Lane is the only one in New Zealand with works by English street artist Banksy on the walls. Tom Roberts and Chani Caulfield opened The Arts Hole in March as foundation tenants in the School House Studios — the relocated and restored former high school building and arts centre. Roberts, who, like Banksy, grew up in the English city of Bristol, says he's long had a passion for street/urban art, and is a "huge fan" of Banksy's work. The gallery also has "harder-to-find works" by other urban artists such as Invader and Blek Le Rat, he says. "Urban art is pretty under-represented in Queenstown, so we're excited to be able to bring it here." Roberts spent two years in the resort after emigrating to New Zealand in 2019. He then lived in Wellington for two years, where he met Caulfield, a school teacher and ceramicist from the United States. The couple, who're now permanent residents, decided to open The Arts Hole after having the "it's now or never" conversation, he says. It's been a big step up from their online business of the same name, which they started in 2023 after a "crazy couple of years through the pandemic". "I was working a high-level corporate operations role, and Chani was a fulltime senior teacher. "We were both feeling largely underwhelmed, we had busy, stressful jobs and couldn't help but wonder if this was it. "We wanted to change the direction of our lives, and start our own business, but not just any business, something we loved and were truly passionate about." Although the online business was "ticking along", it wasn't earning enough to justify their full-time commitment, he says. "So we had to make a call to either really invest in an online platform, or try and find a gallery space." They heard about the School House Studios long before it opened, and were impressed by their landlords' support for small, independent businesses. "They're recycling old buildings, and building something new. "It's quite different and quirky, a bit more artisan, and a really good vibe." As well as having Banksys on the walls, The Arts Hole has other original art, prints, ceramics and jewellery. "We have work to suit every budget. "We really wanted to create something different, not just with the work we have, but also a place where everyone's welcome, to bring some fun back into it and make art more accessible. "We love helping new artists with interesting stories and a creative passion." The couple also works with charities Youthline NZ and Protect Our Winters through the sale of some of their products, he says.
