Marilyn Monroe Statue Vandalised in Instagram-Inspired Attack
A controversial statue of Marilyn Monroe in San Francisco has been severely vandalised, with red paint daubed across its legs in an act police believe was inspired by an Instagram post.
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Masaryk's Prague Statue Unveiled After 86-Year Wait
A historic moment in Prague as a monumental statue of Czechoslovakia's first president, Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk, is finally installed outside Hradčany Castle, completing a vision first conceived in 1938.
Prague Considers Making English an Official Language
A radical proposal from a Prague councillor suggests making English an official language alongside Czech. Discover the controversial plan aimed at boosting the economy and international appeal, sparking a fierce debate on national identity.
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.
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.
Humphries beats Van Gerwen in dramatic Prague darts final
World champion Luke Humphries clinches a dramatic 6-5 victory over Michael van Gerwen in the Prague Premier League, as teenage sensation Luke Littler misses the playoffs.
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.
Luke Littler Accused of Bad Behaviour Towards Fan in Prague
Teenage darts prodigy Luke Littler is at the centre of a storm after being accused of improper conduct towards a fan outside his team hotel in Prague. The 18-year-old, who arrived just before midnight, faces allegations of bad behaviour following his Euro
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.
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.
Garang Kuol seals Sparta Prague loan move for World Cup push
Socceroos prodigy Garang Kuol secures a pivotal season-long loan to Czech giants Sparta Prague from Newcastle United, aiming for first-team football to cement his place in Australia's 2026 World Cup plans.
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.
Jankto: 'I Am Gay, But I Am Not Retiring from Football'
Czech Republic international footballer Jakub Jankto makes a powerful statement, confirming he is gay but firmly denying rumours of retirement, vowing to continue his career with pride and courage.
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.
China condemns Dalai Lama's Prague visit
China has strongly criticised the Dalai Lama's visit to a Prague square named after the late Czech dissident Vaclav Havel, calling it a 'political provocation'.
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.
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