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Trump axes arts board, cancels ARC Ballroom project

Former President Donald Trump has abruptly terminated the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, scrapping the planned ARC Ballroom renovation in another dramatic executive action.

Police rescue kitten from busy interstate highway

Body-worn camera footage captures the dramatic moment Washington State Patrol officers saved a frightened kitten stranded on Interstate 5, showcasing their compassionate side beyond crime-fighting duties.

Gesualdo's Passione Reimagined at Barbican

Les Arts Florissants and Amala Dianor Company deliver a breathtaking reinterpretation of Carlo Gesualdo's Renaissance masterpiece, blending haunting madrigals with powerful contemporary choreography in a landmark Barbican performance.

Melbourne Convention Centre evacuated after fire alarm

Thousands were forced to evacuate the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre after a fire alarm triggered emergency protocols, disrupting a significant business gathering and prompting a swift emergency response.

Bondi's Sculpture by the Sea faces funding crisis

The future of Sydney's beloved 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition at Bondi Beach is under threat as organisers announce a critical funding shortfall, putting the 2024 event in serious doubt.

Four Arrested in Washington Transphobic Hate Crime

Four individuals have been apprehended in connection with a brutal hate crime targeting a transgender woman in Washington State. The attack, described as 'vicious and unprovoked,' has sparked widespread condemnation and calls for justice.

Danny Boyle to direct Festival of Britain 2030 on Southbank

Oscar-winning director Danny Boyle is set to helm a major Festival of Britain celebration in 2030, transforming London's Southbank Centre into a national hub of creativity and unity, marking the 80th anniversary of the original festival.

Royal Shakespeare Company urges staff to take redundancy

The prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company is grappling with a severe financial crisis, urging staff to consider voluntary redundancy. The iconic theatre, a cornerstone of British culture, faces a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced income, putting i

Music Theatre Wales thrives despite 100% funding cuts

Despite devastating 100% arts council funding cuts, Music Theatre Wales continues to thrive through artistic innovation and digital adaptation. Discover how this pioneering opera company is rewriting the rules of survival in UK's challenging cultural land

Hoon Driver Rams Through Shopping Centre Security Gate

Dramatic CCTV footage captures the terrifying moment a hoon driver in a Ford Falcon deliberately smashes through a security gate at a busy Queensland shopping centre, sending shoppers scrambling for safety.

London to host major new David Bowie Centre

A major new David Bowie Centre for the performing arts, featuring over 80,000 personal items from his legendary career, is set to open in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, transforming the V&A's collection into a public attraction.

WNO Directors on Reinventing Opera for a New Generation

An exclusive interview with Welsh National Opera's visionary directors Adele Thomas and Sarah Crabtree as they unveil ambitious plans to revitalise opera, champion new talent, and connect with diverse communities across the UK.

Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals

A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.

Noni Hazlehurst Stuns in Gritty 'The Lark' Revival

Veteran Australian actress Noni Hazlehurst delivers a powerhouse performance in Jean Anouilh's 'The Lark', a poignant and timely exploration of faith, resistance, and integrity in a new Melbourne production.

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