Pakistan's 'Water God' Statue Sparks Religious Tension
A controversial statue of a 'water god' in Pakistan's Punjab province has ignited religious tensions and drawn attention to the region's severe water scarcity issues, prompting official action.
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Town Fury Over $22k Giant Eggplant and Peach Statues
Westminster, Maryland, faces a fierce public backlash after the local council approved $22,000 for controversial giant sculptures of an eggplant and a peach, sparking a heated debate about fiscal responsibility and public art.
Priceless Silver Abraham Lincoln Statue Stolen in Heist
A historic, solid silver statue of President Abraham Lincoln has been stolen from a museum in Louisiana, with authorities launching a major investigation into the audacious theft.
Florida College Replaces Diversity Statue with Charlie Kirk Monument
New College of Florida's board, appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis, has approved a controversial plan to remove a statue representing diversity and install a monument to right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, igniting a fierce debate on academic freedom and id
Prince Harry's Whirlwind UK Visit: Duty and Diana
The Duke of Sussex made a brief but significant return to the UK, honouring the legacy of the Invictus Games before a poignant private visit to the Princess Diana statue.
Antiques Roadshow: Broken garden statue valued at £30,000
A jaw-dropping Antiques Roadshow moment saw a seemingly worthless broken statue, kept in a garden for years, valued at an astonishing £30,000 by expert Lee Young.
Manneken Pis Wears British Army Uniform to Honour Liberators
Brussels' iconic Manneken Pis statue has been outfitted in a special British Army uniform to mark the 80th anniversary of the city's liberation by Welsh Guards soldiers in 1944, a powerful tribute to the heroes who ended Nazi occupation.
West Point removes Confederate symbols after Pentagon order
The US Military Academy at West Point has dismantled multiple Confederate memorials, including a bronze triptych and a portrait of Robert E. Lee, following a Pentagon directive to purge such symbols from US defence facilities.
Last Confederate statue removed from North Carolina state grounds
In a historic move, North Carolina officials have removed the final Confederate-era statue from state grounds under cover of darkness, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's reckoning with its past.
Pentagon Removes Confederate General Robert E. Lee Portrait
The US Pentagon has taken down a portrait of Confederate General Robert E. Lee, marking a significant step in distancing the US military from symbols of the slave-owning South.
West Point removes Robert E. Lee portrait in historic move
The prestigious US military academy West Point has permanently removed its portrait of Confederate general Robert E. Lee, marking a significant step in confronting America's complex historical legacy.
Tourist pours beer on sacred Mayan statue, arrested
A tourist's act of vandalism, pouring beer over a 1,500-year-old Mayan statue at the Chichen Itza archaeological site, has sparked fury and led to his swift arrest by Mexican authorities.
Statue Removal Debate: Does Taking Down Monuments Erase History?
A powerful new argument emerges in the UK's statue wars: removal isn't historical erasure, but a profound engagement with our complex past. Discover why historians and activists say confronting controversial legacies is essential for an honest national na
UK Statue Removal Debate: Resculpting Britain's Contested Past
Explore the heated debate surrounding Britain's public monuments as councils remove statues linked to colonialism and slavery. Discover the arguments for and against this historical reckoning.
Suffragette statue vandalised by Palestine activists
The monument to Millicent Fawcett in London has been defaced with red paint in a protest drawing parallels between the suffragette movement and the Palestinian cause. Police are investigating.
Marlene Dietrich Statue Vandalised in Bizarre Covid Protest
A statue of German-American icon Marlene Dietrich in Berlin was defaced with red paint and a sign blaming China for the Covid-19 pandemic, sparking police investigation and local outrage.
Giant Trump Alligator Statue Ordered Off Alcatraz Island
A Florida-based Native American tribe has been ordered to remove a controversial 15-foot fibreglass alligator statue depicting Donald Trump from Alcatraz Island, following a ruling by the National Park Service that it violates permit regulations.
Lawsuit seeks to block removal of 'faithful slave' statue
A controversial Confederate monument honouring a 'faithful slave' faces legal action as a federal lawsuit seeks to block its removal in North Carolina.
Denis Law misses Man Utd statue unveiling due to health
Manchester United icon Denis Law will be absent from the unveiling of his statue at Old Trafford due to ongoing health issues, the club has confirmed.
Labour peer demands removal of Clive of India statue
A Labour peer has demanded the removal of the controversial Clive of India statue outside the Foreign Office, arguing it harms UK-India relations.
New statue discovery baffles Easter Island experts
Archaeologists are stunned by the discovery of a new Moai statue on Easter Island, raising fresh questions about the island's ancient civilisation.
Tom Brady Statue Coming to Patriots' Stadium
New England Patriots legend Tom Brady is set to receive a statue outside Gillette Stadium, honouring his unparalleled legacy with the franchise.
Thomas the Tank Engine statue stolen in Bristol
A beloved Thomas the Tank Engine statue has been mysteriously stolen from a children's park in Bristol, leaving locals baffled. Police are investigating the unusual theft.
US military spent millions on Confederate monuments
A shocking report reveals the US military's hefty spending on Confederate monuments, sparking fresh debates over historical symbols and taxpayer money.
Fox Host Defends Confederate Symbols at Pentagon
Fox News presenter Pete Hegseth faces backlash after arguing that Confederate symbols should be restored at the Pentagon, reigniting debates over historical legacy and racism in the US.
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