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Burning Man Art Installation Splits in Catastrophic Failure
Exclusive report on the dramatic structural failure of the 'Spin' art car at Burning Man 2024, leaving its creator devastated and sparking safety discussions at the iconic desert festival.
Tragedy: 6 UK Students Drown on Egypt School Trip
A school trip to Egypt ends in unimaginable tragedy as six students from London drown in rough seas. A dozen more are injured in the devastating incident that has left a community in mourning.
Gower Power & Deep Sea Dances: The UK's Art Week
From the rugged Gower Peninsula to London's avant-garde galleries, the UK art scene erupts with powerful new exhibitions. Discover deep-sea video installations, millennial masculinity explorations, and a major Barbara Hepworth retrospective.
Inigo Philbrick: The £86m Art World Swindle Exposed
Exclusive deep dive into the audacious fraud of art dealer Inigo Philbrick, who used phantom sales on private jets and a Ponzi-style scheme to swindle £86m from investors and galleries. The shocking story of greed and deception that rocked the art market.
Doris Lockhart, Saatchi's Legendary Archivist, Dies at 86
Celebrating the life and immense, yet often private, influence of Doris Lockhart, the visionary archivist whose meticulous work was the bedrock of the Saatchi Gallery's legendary collection and the booming British art market.
Earliest written reference to Moses found in Egypt
A groundbreaking discovery in Egypt has uncovered the oldest written reference to Moses, shedding new light on biblical history and archaeology.
Barbara Hepworth Masterpiece Saved for the Nation
A vibrant Barbara Hepworth sculpture, celebrated for its bold use of colour, has been secured for public display in the UK after a successful fundraising campaign.
Adam Kay and Goldfrapp in Aubrey Levinthal's 'Waeve'
A bizarre yet captivating art installation featuring Adam Kay and Goldfrapp has taken centre stage in Aubrey Levinthal's latest exhibition, 'Waeve'. Discover the surreal blend of music and visual art.
Kay Dunbar, Affordable Art Fair pioneer, dies
Remembering Kay Dunbar, the co-founder of the Affordable Art Fair, whose passion for democratising art left an indelible mark on the creative world.
Chris Ofili Painting to Auction for First Time – £15m Estimate
A striking painting by Turner Prize-winning artist Chris Ofili is set to go under the hammer for the first time, with expectations soaring up to £15 million.
NYC Exhibit: Where Music Meets Visual Art
A groundbreaking exhibition in New York merges music and visual art, showcasing how legendary songs have inspired artists across generations. Discover the harmony between sound and canvas.
Wanambi wins £100k art prize for road sign masterpiece
Indigenous artist Gaypalani Wanambi has claimed the prestigious NATSIAA 2025 award for her breathtaking artwork crafted from discarded road signs, blending tradition with contemporary sustainability.
Edinburgh Art Festival’s Crusades exhibit rethinks history
The Edinburgh Art Festival presents a striking exhibition reinterpreting the Crusades through contemporary art, sparking dialogue on history and identity.
Johnny Vegas’s Lovely Public Art Project Brightens UK Streets
Comedian Johnny Vegas unveils a touching public art initiative, bringing joy and creativity to local communities. Discover how his project is brightening up urban spaces.
Great Pyramid construction timeline shattered by new evidence
Groundbreaking archaeological findings challenge long-held beliefs about when and how the Great Pyramid of Giza was built, rewriting ancient Egyptian history.
Deller, Rubens & Edinburgh: This Week’s Top Art Exhibitions
From Jeremy Deller’s Welsh-inspired installations to Rubens’ dramatic masterpieces and Edinburgh’s vibrant art scene, discover the week’s top exhibitions across the UK.
Lady Pink graffiti exhibition hits London
Legendary graffiti artist Lady Pink brings her vibrant and rebellious art to London in a groundbreaking exhibition celebrating her four-decade career.
Rent a Sidney Nolan masterpiece with ArtBank
Discover ArtBank, the innovative service allowing you to rent iconic artworks like Sidney Nolan’s masterpieces for your home or office.
Ancient Egyptian 'Afterlife Door' Unearthed
A stunning discovery in Luxor reveals an ancient Egyptian 'false door' believed to be a gateway to the afterlife, shedding new light on burial rituals.
Ancient 'Afterlife Door' Found in Egyptian Tomb
A team of archaeologists has discovered a mysterious stone slab, believed to be a portal to the afterlife, in an ancient Egyptian tomb. The find sheds new light on burial rituals of the past.
AI reimagines Joyce and Picasso in Paris exhibition
A revolutionary exhibition in Paris showcases AI-generated works inspired by James Joyce and Pablo Picasso, marking a bold new era in art and technology.
Ancient Egypt's shocking burial rituals revealed
Archaeologists uncover disturbing evidence of post-mortem mutilation in Ancient Egyptian burials, rewriting our understanding of their funerary rites.
Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead unearthed in cemetery
Archaeologists have uncovered a rare fragment of the Egyptian Book of the Dead in an ancient cemetery, shedding new light on burial rituals and beliefs in the afterlife.
Black women artists celebrated in groundbreaking exhibition
A groundbreaking exhibition highlights the contributions of Black women artists, challenging historical biases and reshaping the art world.
Janet Dawson retrospective shines at Art Gallery NSW
The Art Gallery of New South Wales celebrates the groundbreaking career of Janet Dawson, a trailblazing Australian artist, with a major retrospective showcasing her vibrant and influential works.
Folkestone Triennial 2025: Bold Art Exploring Conflict
The Folkestone Triennial returns with a striking showcase of contemporary art, featuring thought-provoking installations that challenge perceptions of war and human resilience.
Alien landscapes & pleasure art: This week's must-see
Explore the latest in global art, from surreal Arctic exhibitions to groundbreaking pleasure-themed installations. Discover the artists pushing boundaries this week.
Ancient Egyptian Wizard Doctor's Tomb Discovered
Archaeologists have uncovered the lost tomb of an ancient Egyptian 'wizard doctor' who used magic and medicine to heal the sick over 4,400 years ago. The discovery sheds light on the mysterious practices of early healers.
Lost Egyptian Tunnel Found After 4,300 Years
A secret tunnel buried for millennia has been discovered beneath an ancient Egyptian temple, sparking excitement among archaeologists worldwide.