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Betty Parsons: Beyond Rothko & Pollock
A groundbreaking London exhibition reveals how gallery owner Betty Parsons launched Rothko, Pollock and other abstract expressionist legends while maintaining her own scintillating artistic practice.
Trafalgar Square evacuated in police security operation
Dramatic police operation closes iconic London landmark as bomb squad and specialist officers respond to suspicious vehicle near National Gallery.
Feline Fury: Award-Winning Cat Photo Captures Wild Spirit
Award-winning photographer Dorothy O'Donnell reveals the story behind her viral cat photograph that captured the internet's heart with its perfect timing and raw feline energy.
Mayfair gallery owner Koo Stark banned from driving
Former actress and Mayfair art gallery proprietor Koo Stark faces driving ban after being caught over alcohol limit in Knightsbridge. Exclusive details from Westminster Magistrates' Court.
Digital Archive Revolution: Black Trans Art at Serpentine
Experience the groundbreaking interactive exhibition at Serpentine North, where gaming meets activism in a powerful exploration of Black trans memory and digital legacy.
Gilbert & George declare war on classical music
Provocative artists Gilbert & George launch their most controversial work yet - a silent protest against London's Philharmonia Orchestra that's shaking the art world.
Saint Laurent's 'Madame X' stolen from Paris museum
A mysterious theft at a Paris museum sees Yves Saint Laurent's iconic 'Madame X' portrait disappear without a trace, leaving investigators baffled and the art world stunned.
Heidi Klum's Rare Family Portrait With All Four Kids
Germany's Got Talent judge Heidi Klum offers a rare glimpse into her private family life, sharing a stunning portrait with her entire blended family—husband Tom Kaulitz and all four of her children—in a touching social media moment.
Lost Frida Kahlo portrait sells for £4.9m in London
A previously unseen portrait by iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, 'Diego y yo' (Diego and I), has sold for a record-breaking £4.9 million at Sotheby's London, marking a major event in the art world.
Jean Rhys's 'Wide Sargasso Sea' Inspires London Art Show
A groundbreaking exhibition at Michael Werner Gallery explores the profound influence of Jean Rhys's literary classic 'Wide Sargasso Sea' on contemporary art, featuring works by leading international artists.
Joy Gregory's Radical Lens: Whitechapel Gallery Retrospective
Explore the powerful and poetic work of Joy Gregory, a seminal figure in Black British photography, as her major career survey opens at London's Whitechapel Gallery. Discover her profound explorations of identity, beauty, and cultural history.
Melania Trump's surprise Buckingham Palace visit stuns fans
The former First Lady made an unexpected visit to the Queen's Gallery, sparking a frenzy of speculation about the nature of her private meeting in London.
Artist Norman Toynton, Master of Light, Dies at 86
Celebrating the life and profound legacy of Norman Toynton, the acclaimed British artist whose luminous paintings and powerful portraits captured the human condition, leaving an indelible mark on 20th-century art.
National Gallery's 1900 Art Cut-Off Sparks Fury
The National Gallery's controversial decision to stop collecting works created after 1900 has ignited a fiery national debate about artistic heritage, colonial legacy, and who gets to define British culture.
National Galleries Told to Share Art Treasures Across UK
A major new report calls for a radical 'national collection' policy, demanding London's Tate and National Gallery lend more iconic artworks to regional museums, ending the capital's art monopoly.
Rembrandt's 'Slow Art' Masterpiece Tours England
A rare Rembrandt self-portrait is touring England in a revolutionary 'slow art' project, inviting the public to spend quality, distraction-free time with the 17th-century masterpiece to combat museum fatigue.
Poundland discontinues popular 50p makeup deal
Poundland has quietly ended its famous 50p 'Makeup Gallery' deal, removing a major budget beauty staple from shelves and sparking disappointment among savvy shoppers across the UK.
Mark Steinmetz's Haunting Photos of Sleeping Rollerskaters
A powerful new exhibition showcases Mark Steinmetz's iconic black and white photographs of young rollerskaters asleep in their cars, offering a poignant glimpse into 1990s American youth culture.
National Gallery's Radical Seurat Show Redefines a Master
A landmark exhibition at London's National Gallery challenges a century of art history, presenting Georges Seurat not as a cold technician but as a radical visionary of harmony and modern life.
National Gallery acquires £12m Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece
The National Gallery secures Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Virgin and Child with Infant St. John the Baptist' in major acquisition supported by Hans Rausing's generosity and American philanthropy.
Bungendore Crowned Australia's Best Tourism Town 2023
The charming historic village of Bungendore, just a short drive from Canberra, has been officially named Australia's Best Tourism Town at the 2023 Australian Top Tourism Town Awards, beating out fierce competition for its unique blend of heritage, artisan
Nazi-looted 18th-century portrait recovered in Argentina
A priceless 18th-century portrait, stolen by the Nazis during World War II, has been miraculously recovered in Argentina after an 80-year odyssey, marking a major victory for Holocaust restitution efforts.
House of Commons bans mobile phones after disruptive prank
The House of Commons has imposed a strict ban on mobile phones in the public gallery following a major security breach caused by loud prank noises, sparking a debate over security and public access in Parliament.
Kate Middleton's touching birthday tribute to Prince George
The Princess of Wales shares a charming new portrait of Prince George to mark his milestone birthday, capturing a significant family moment at Anmer Hall in Norfolk.
Secret portrait suggests Shakespeare had a male lover
A newly authenticated 17th-century miniature portrait reveals compelling evidence of a close, possibly romantic relationship between William Shakespeare and his literary patron, the Earl of Southampton. Art experts and historians are re-evaluating the Bar
Kate Middleton's striking new look revealed in cancer battle portrait
The Princess of Wales shares a moving new portrait ahead of Trooping the Colour, marking her first official public appearance since her cancer diagnosis announcement.
Award-winning photo captures boy's contemplation from caravan
Photographer Nik Roche's intimate portrait, 'Life from a Caravan Window,' offers a poignant glimpse into a child's quiet world of reflection, earning a coveted spot in the prestigious Taylor Wessing Photographic Portrait Prize exhibition at the National P
Biden uses autopen to sign Trump portrait bill, sparks outrage
The White House confirms President Biden used an autopen to sign a bill commissioning Donald Trump's official portrait, igniting a political firestorm and accusations of pettiness from the former President's camp.
Trump savages Biden over 'disaster' White House portrait
Former US President Donald Trump launches a scathing attack on Joe Biden's leadership after the unveiling of the new official White House portrait, branding it a 'disaster' and 'controversial' in a humiliating broadside.