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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dramatic footage captures the moment a massive sea lion chased terrified swimmers and sunbathers from a popular California beach, with wildlife experts warning of increasing marine mammal aggression.
Furious Tina Turner fans are demanding the removal of a controversial statue in Zurich, calling it an 'unflattering' and 'poor likeness' that fails to honour the music legend's legacy.
A Royal Caribbean cruise ship became an unlikely rescue vessel when it responded to a distress call and saved multiple people stranded at sea in a heart-pounding maritime emergency operation.
A bombshell geological study reveals that complex rock formations beneath the North Sea could prevent the UK from extracting up to half its remaining oil and gas reserves, dealing a major blow to energy security plans.
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.
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.
A long-lost marble sculpture of Prince Albert has been triumphantly returned to Windsor Castle's Grand Corridor, restoring a key piece of the castle's Victorian heritage for visitors to see.
A poignant new alabaster sculpture of Prince Albert has been installed at Windsor Castle, finally laying the iconic Queen Victoria to rest alongside her beloved husband after nearly two centuries of separation.
RAF Typhoons were launched from Lossiemouth to intercept and shadow Russian military aircraft operating over the Norwegian Sea and North Sea in the latest provocation.
Exclusive: Cressida Bell reimagines her grandmother's iconic sculptures for a groundbreaking new London exhibition, 'Barbara Hepworth: Art & Life', at The Hepworth Wakefield.
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.
A major new public garden in Philadelphia, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron, reimagines the playful genius of Alexander Calder with a stunning collection of his large-scale mobiles.
Maritime historians have made an astonishing discovery on the wreck of HMHS Britannic, the Titanic's sister ship, uncovering treasures and personal artefacts lost for over a century in the Aegean Sea.
The Folkestone Triennial 2024 is set to transform the Kent coast with breathtaking public art installations from 31 August. Discover world-class sculptures, performances, and interactive pieces by renowned artists, celebrating creativity in this historic
German authorities have exposed a sophisticated Russian spy network targeting critical energy and military infrastructure in the North and Baltic Seas, raising major security concerns across Europe.
Actor Charlie Kirk ignites a firestorm at the 2025 Emmy Awards with a controversial political statement on the Israel-Palestine conflict, drawing both boos and cheers from the star-studded audience.
A mysterious image resembling Jesus Christ materialised on Chicago's iconic 'Bean' sculpture, sparking wonder and debate among residents and visitors in Millennium Park.
A colossal 70-foot decomposing sea creature has been discovered on a British beach, sparking a mystery that has left marine biologists and cryptozoologists utterly stumped. Is it a whale, a basking shark, or something more enigmatic?
A major new exhibition at London's Barbican Centre pits the visceral, political work of Mona Hatoum against the modernist mastery of Alberto Giacometti, creating a stunning dialogue across decades.
Comedian Johnny Vegas reveals why he's stepping away from stand-up to pursue his true passion: ceramics. In an exclusive interview, he talks creative hunger, artistic fulfilment, and building a new life from clay.
Conservative leadership hopeful Kemi Badenoch is set to announce a major energy policy shift, pledging to turbocharge North Sea oil and gas production in a bid to boost UK energy security and create jobs, putting her on a collision course with environment
Jupiter Artland, the award-winning contemporary sculpture park near Edinburgh, is abandoning its seasonal model to welcome visitors 365 days a year, offering a stunning artistic experience in nature for every season.
Scientists have recovered the deepest ocean sediment samples ever recorded from the Japan Trench, a groundbreaking find that could transform our understanding of mega-earthquakes.
A popular Spanish beach on the Costa Blanca has been shut after the dangerous arrival of Blue Sea Dragons, a rare and venomous species. UK holidaymakers are urged to exercise extreme caution.
Beachgoers in Alicante, Spain, are warned after the venomous Blue Glaucus, or 'Blue Dragon' sea slug, washes up on the shores of Guardamar del Segura. Experts urge public not to touch the striking but dangerous creature.
A British tourist's dream holiday turned to tragedy when a catastrophic seat failure on a Devon sea safari boat left him paralysed from the waist down. The horrifying incident occurred off the coast of Ilfracombe, sparking serious safety concerns.