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Ron Mueck's hyperrealistic art opens in Sydney

Australian-born sculptor Ron Mueck unveils his largest-ever exhibition at the Art Gallery of NSW, featuring 12 hyperrealistic works. Discover the profound impact of his unsettlingly lifelike figures.

RoboCop Statue Finds Permanent Home in Detroit

After a 15-year campaign, Detroit's iconic bronze RoboCop statue, standing 11 feet tall, has found its permanent home. Discover the story behind this unique piece of cinematic history.

Championship Thriller: Coventry Edge Sheff Utd 4-3

A dramatic night in the Championship saw Coventry City claim a breathtaking 4-3 victory over Sheffield United, while Leicester extended their lead and Stoke suffered late heartbreak against Oxford.

Man City fight back to beat Swansea in Carabao Cup

Premier League giants Manchester City staged a stunning second-half comeback to overcome Swansea City 3-1 in the Carabao Cup third round, with Julian Alvarez and Erling Haaland sealing the victory after going behind early.

Katy Perry's cake sculpture sparks food waste fury

Pop sensation Katy Perry faces backlash after unveiling a colossal cake replica of herself at Vogue World: Paris, with critics branding it 'tone-deaf' extravagance during cost-of-living crisis.

Mukherjee's fibre revolution storms Royal Academy

The Royal Academy's landmark exhibition unveils the extraordinary textile sculptures of Indian artist Mrinalini Mukherjee, celebrating her radical transformation of fibre into monumental art forms.

Helen Marten wins 2025 Turner Prize with ferocious art

British artist Helen Marten has triumphed at the 2025 Turner Prize, earning the £25,000 award for her compelling sculptural installations that challenge everyday perception through intricate craftsmanship.

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.

Sculpture worker sacked after safety complaint

A former worker at the iconic London sculpture claims he was unfairly dismissed after raising critical safety concerns about the artwork's maintenance and management practices.

Nordic Noir review: A severed head that haunts

The Royal Academy's chilling Nordic Noir exhibition delivers a powerful punch with its centrepiece - a severed head sculpture that explores the darkest corners of Scandinavian art and storytelling.

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.

900-year-old Fountains Abbey illuminated by giant sun sculpture

The historic ruins of Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire undergo a breathtaking transformation as a monumental sun sculpture named after the Greek god Helios casts its golden glow upon the medieval stonework in a stunning after-dark spectacle.

Europe's Best City Breaks: Reader Favourites Revealed

Discover the continent's most captivating urban escapes as Guardian readers share their favourite under-the-radar European cities for 2025, from Marseille's vibrant markets to Helsinki's design scene.

Bondi's Sculpture by the Sea faces funding crisis

The future of Sydney's beloved 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition at Bondi Beach is under threat as organisers announce a critical funding shortfall, putting the 2024 event in serious doubt.

Leicester's Maresca charged by FA after touchline incident

Leicester City manager Enzo Maresca is charged by the FA following a dramatic touchline confrontation during the Championship clash with Lincoln City, as Alejandro Garnacho's controversial winner for Manchester United is cleared.

Chelsea & Liverpool survive Carabao Cup scares

A dramatic night of Carabao Cup action saw Chelsea and Liverpool narrowly avoid upsets against lower-league opposition, while Manchester City and Arsenal cruised through. Get all the highlights and reaction.

Simone Leigh Headlines Royal Academy Show in 2027

The Royal Academy of Arts announces a major 2027 solo exhibition for Simone Leigh, the celebrated US sculptor and Venice Biennale star, marking a pivotal moment for contemporary art in London.

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