Rage bait is Oxford Word of the Year 2025
Lexicographer Susie Dent explains the meaning of 'rage bait', the Oxford Word of the Year 2025, which beat 'aura farming' and 'biohack'. Discover its origins and modern usage.
Lexicographer Susie Dent explains the meaning of 'rage bait', the Oxford Word of the Year 2025, which beat 'aura farming' and 'biohack'. Discover its origins and modern usage.
Oxford University Press names 'rage-bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a troubling trend in digital media. Discover what this says about our online discourse.
George Abaraonye, ousted Oxford Union president, confessed to 'celebrating' Charlie Kirk's shooting to 'get a laugh'. Read the full story of the controversy that rocked the historic debating society.
George Abaraonye, the ousted Oxford Union president-elect, issues a public apology after celebrating the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk. Read the full story and its consequences.
London's National Gallery unveils a groundbreaking exhibition exploring Joseph Wright of Derby's masterful use of light and scientific themes, positioning the 18th-century artist as Britain's first true painter of the Enlightenment era.
Discover how the 2025 Photo Oxford Festival transforms the city into a living gallery, showcasing groundbreaking work from international artists and challenging our perception of photography.
Christopher Stevens reviews BBC's gripping new art world investigation series where experts uncover forged masterpieces in this thrilling cultural whodunnit.
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Discover how a Wiltshire-based artist has brought vibrant life to a historic London church with an extraordinary art installation that's captivating visitors and locals alike.
The Royal Academy's landmark exhibition unveils the extraordinary textile sculptures of Indian artist Mrinalini Mukherjee, celebrating her radical transformation of fibre into monumental art forms.
Florida gallery owner Leslie Roberts loses prized Andy Warhol artworks worth millions in sophisticated fraud scheme involving rare designer toys and international shipping.
Discover how art curator Kate Bryan is dismantling cultural barriers with her new book 'How to Love Art', making galleries accessible to everyone through practical tips and infectious enthusiasm.
Explore the groundbreaking retrospective of Bidjara artist Michael Cook, whose powerful photographic series challenge colonial narratives and celebrate Indigenous resilience through stunning visual storytelling.
The prestigious Oxford Union faces internal crisis as president-elect Rachel Huang is removed from her position following allegations of misconduct, sparking fierce debate among members.
A forgotten Salvador Dali painting, discovered in a Scottish home after being bought for just £150 decades ago, has fetched £47,700 at auction, stunning art experts and the family who owned it.
A missing Picasso still-life painting has been located in a Spanish private collection after vanishing from public view for three decades, solving one of the art world's enduring mysteries.
In a stunning act of creative protest, anonymous artists have digitally 'stolen' the Louvre's most famous residents, including the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo, to create a powerful commentary on cultural appropriation and modern politics.
Oxford Union President Luke Tryl triumphs in dramatic no-confidence vote following backlash over hosting controversial American speaker Charlie Kirk, in a heated debate that exposed deep divisions within the prestigious debating society.
Scottish artist Alberta Whittle triumphs at Artes Mundi 10 with her poignant installation celebrating Welsh wool heritage, blending activism with textile artistry in Cardiff exhibition.
Contemporary artist Dina Broadhurst reveals shocking new artwork featuring her face digitally placed on another woman's nude body, sparking conversations about identity and female representation in art.
The prestigious Oxford Union faces fresh controversy as members vote to remove their second president this year, raising questions about the future of the historic debating society.
Liverpool's Tate gallery unveils spectacular anniversary exhibition pairing JMW Turner's dramatic seascapes with Damien Hirst's controversial shark in formaldehyde, promising visitors an unforgettable artistic journey.
The Oxford Union faces turmoil as president-elect Rufus Chuter is removed just hours after winning election, following controversial social media posts celebrating commentator Charlie Kirk's rumoured demise.
The prestigious Oxford Union has sparked controversy after abruptly cancelling a scheduled appearance by right-wing American commentator Charlie Kirk, following significant student opposition and security concerns.
The prestigious Oxford Union has abruptly suspended a confidence vote in its president, Charlie Mackintosh, following serious claims of intimidation against officials. The historic debating society faces internal crisis as allegations rock its leadership.
An underground network is enabling struggling artists to access premium exhibitions through shared membership cards, challenging London's exclusive art scene in a bold act of creative solidarity.
Sydney's iconic Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk has been transformed into a breathtaking open-air gallery for Sculpture by Sea 2025, featuring monumental works from international artists against the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.
Máret Ánne Sara's powerful new installation 'Girdiņ Ŋʒʒe' brings the Sámi worldview to London, featuring reindeer skulls and Arctic soundscapes in a stunning critique of colonial oppression.
An exclusive review of Frieze Art Fair London 2025 reveals a world of astronomical prices and elite collectors, where art becomes the ultimate luxury commodity for the super-rich.
Legendary performance artist Marina Abramović stuns audiences once again with the UK revival of her boundary-pushing 'Balkan Erotic Epic' at Manchester's Aviva Studios - a raw exploration of ritual and sexuality.