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Meghan Markle's personalised cappuccino at Polo Lounge

Discover how the Duchess of Sussex was honoured with a photorealistic portrait in her coffee at LA's Polo Lounge, a privilege the author fought to experience. Uncover the secrets of this exclusive Beverly Hills treat.

Diana's 'Revenge Dress' Waxwork Unveiled in Paris

Paris's Grevin Museum unveils a poignant wax figure of Princess Diana in her iconic 'revenge dress', marking a powerful tribute decades after her tragic death in the city. Discover the story behind this symbolic display.

Klimt portrait sells for £179.7m at Sotheby's auction

Gustav Klimt's 'Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer' has sold for a staggering £179.7m at Sotheby's, becoming the second most expensive artwork ever sold at auction. Discover the story behind this record-breaking sale.

Discover Joseph Wright's Derby Inspiration

Explore Derby and the Peak District through the eyes of Joseph Wright. A new London exhibition celebrates the artist inspired by industry and sublime landscapes.

Louvre closes gallery due to structural weaknesses

The Louvre Museum closes its Campana Gallery after an audit reveals structural beam weaknesses. This comes weeks after a major jewellery heist. Discover the latest on the museum's challenges.

Man jailed for stealing £270k Banksy print

A 49-year-old man has been sentenced to 13 months in prison for stealing a limited edition Banksy artwork from a London gallery to pay off a historic drug debt. Read the full story.

Banksy's Girl with Balloon stolen in London gallery raid

A brazen thief smashed his way into a London art gallery and stole Banksy's iconic Girl with Balloon, worth £270,000. Discover how the Met's Flying Squad recovered the artwork and arrested the culprit within just four days.

King Charles marks 77th birthday with new portrait

King Charles beams in a new official portrait released for his 77th birthday. The monarch is celebrating with engagements in South Wales amidst ongoing royal duties and health treatment.

Shrigley's £1 Million Old Rope Art Exhibition Opens

Turner Prize-nominated artist David Shrigley exhibits a 10-tonne pile of discarded rope priced at £1 million. Explore this provocative statement on art's value at London's Stephen Friedman Gallery.

Joseph Wright's Shadows Illuminate National Gallery

Discover how Joseph Wright of Derby's revolutionary use of light and shadow creates theatrical masterpieces in the National Gallery's stunning new exhibition that reveals Britain's industrial dawn.

Beauty store photo captures everyday artistry

Discover the remarkable story behind Victor Wedderburn's acclaimed photograph capturing beauty store worker Melanie Janet, revealing the hidden artistic moments in everyday London life.

Wright of Derby: National Gallery's Revolutionary Exhibition

London's National Gallery unveils a groundbreaking exhibition exploring Joseph Wright of Derby's masterful use of light and scientific themes, positioning the 18th-century artist as Britain's first true painter of the Enlightenment era.

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