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Mona Lisa Robbery Attempt Foiled at Louvre Museum

French authorities have thwarted an attempted robbery at the Louvre Museum targeting Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, raising serious security concerns at one of the world's most visited cultural institutions.

Secret art collective shares gallery memberships

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.

I watched a woman steal £1,500 from my bank account

Shocking footage reveals how brazen thieves are using sophisticated distraction techniques to empty victims' bank accounts in seconds. One woman lost her entire savings during a routine shopping trip.

Sydney's Coastline Transformed by Sculpture by Sea 2025

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.

Damien Hirst Studio Burglary: Art World Shock

Exclusive: Thieves breach Damien Hirst's Gloucester House studio in Westminster, stealing valuable items in sophisticated overnight raid that has left the art community stunned.

Frieze Art Fair: The Millionaires' Playground

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.

Abramović's Erotic Epic Triumphs in Manchester

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.

Sheila Canby: Islamic Art Curator Legacy

Remembering Sheila Canby, the visionary curator who transformed London's Islamic art collections and brought Middle Eastern masterpieces to global prominence.

Oprah Winfrey targeted by thief at book awards

Media mogul Oprah Winfrey became the unexpected victim of a sophisticated theft during the prestigious National Book Awards ceremony in Manhattan, where a thief made off with her custom-made Judith Leiber purse containing priceless items.

Sagarika Sundaram's Hypnotic Art Takes London

Experience the mesmerising world of Sagarika Sundaram as her acclaimed solo exhibition arrives in London, showcasing textile art that challenges perceptions of identity and tradition.

Frieze London's Barbenheimer Moment with Paris Rival

London's premier art fair faces unprecedented competition from Paris as both cities launch major autumn events simultaneously, creating a cultural showdown that's dividing the global art elite.

Canterbury Cathedral hosts underground graffiti exhibition

In an unprecedented fusion of heritage and contemporary art, Canterbury Cathedral transforms its underground car park into a vibrant street art showcase featuring works from Peckham's creative community, bridging centuries of artistic expression.

Hockney & Bachardy: A Queer Californian Art Story

New exhibition reveals intimate portraits and unseen works capturing the profound relationship between David Hockney and Don Bachardy in 1960s California, a pivotal moment in queer art history.

London's drink-painting art exhibition revealed

Discover London's revolutionary 'Art of Drink' exhibition where wine and cocktails transform into painting tools, creating stunning edible artworks in real-time interactive displays.

Nigerian Modernism: Tate's Groundbreaking Show

Discover how Tate Modern's landmark exhibition redefines art history, showcasing the vibrant genius of Nigeria's modernist pioneers in London's most ambitious African art showcase.

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.

Whitney's Surreal Sixties Exhibition Transforms NYC

The Whitney Museum of American Art unveils a groundbreaking exhibition exploring the psychedelic and surrealist art that defined 1960s counterculture, featuring mind-bending works that challenged reality itself.

Lisa Herfeldt's Sinister Silicon Gun Sculptures

German artist Lisa Herfeldt creates hyper-realistic silicone gun sculptures that blur the line between object and organism, provoking questions about violence and sentience in everyday objects.

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