Amsterdam's world-renowned Van Gogh Museum is closing its doors temporarily due to a critical shortage of security personnel, highlighting a growing crisis in the Dutch tourism and cultural sector.
A groundbreaking fossil find in Morocco, named Spicomellus afer, reveals a never-before-seen armoured dinosaur with bizarre fused ribs, forcing scientists to rewrite the history of these ancient giants.
From a wasp mimicking a fairytale witch to emperor penguins huddling against an Antarctic storm, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition unveils its most spellbinding finalists, showcasing the planet's breathtaking beauty and fragility.
The Natural History Museum's prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition is now accepting submissions for its 2025 edition. Amateur and professional photographers worldwide are invited to showcase their work celebrating the planet's extraord
The Natural History Museum unveils the breathtaking winners of the prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025 competition, showcasing extraordinary moments from the natural world that highlight both its splendour and vulnerability.
Discover how a prehistoric Venus figurine became an unexpected catalyst for body acceptance and fat liberation in modern Britain, challenging centuries of beauty standards.
Former President Donald Trump launches a fresh attack on the Smithsonian Institution, aiming to dismantle its Black history programming in a move critics decry as an attempt to erase uncomfortable truths from the American narrative.
Forty years after the bitter strikes that defined an era, former miners and their families have returned to the picket line in a powerful protest against the controversial 'Museum of the North' project at the National Coal Mining Museum in West Yorkshire.
Ron Turcotte, the celebrated jockey behind the legendary Secretariat's 1973 Triple Crown triumph, is inducted into the prestigious British Hall of Fame at the National Horse Racing Museum in Newmarket.
A daring alligator scales a 3-metre wall at Florida's Alcatraz East museum in a failed escape attempt, captured on CCTV and drawing Trump-era closure comparisons.
Palaeontologists from the University of Portsmouth identify first new armoured dinosaur from the Isle of Wight in 142 years. Vectipelta barretti reveals surprising connections to dinosaurs from Asia.
Star Wars creator George Lucas selects Los Angeles as the permanent home for his groundbreaking £1.5 billion narrative art museum, ending a dramatic search that spanned multiple US cities.
Donald Trump vows to overhaul the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History if re-elected, targeting its 'radical left' portrayal of slavery's brutal legacy, in a move decried as historical censorship.
A 22-year-old man has been remanded in custody following a fatal stabbing in Westminster, just metres from the popular Natural History Museum ice rink. The victim, a 23-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Plans to bring the historic Bayeux Tapestry to the UK have been cancelled after French experts warned the move could cause 'irreversible damage' to the 11th-century masterpiece, dashing hopes for a British Museum exhibition.
The Trump administration has launched a sweeping review of the Smithsonian Institution, targeting exhibits deemed 'anti-American' and 'woke'. Critics decry the move as an unprecedented assault on historical integrity and academic freedom.
A beloved West Country ice cream vendor's day took a disastrous turn when his iconic Mr Whippy van slid down an embankment and into the River Lemon in Bovey Tracey, Devon. The dramatic incident, captured on video, has stunned the local community.
US Congressman Derrick Van Orden, a former Navy SEAL, used his combat medical training to save an 11-year-old boy from bleeding to death after a severe chainsaw injury in Wisconsin. A story of courage and immediate action.
Donald Trump launches a furious attack on the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History, vowing to create a 'real' American history museum if re-elected, branding the institution 'out of control' for its emphasis on slavery.
A 19-year-old California-born US citizen was wrongfully detained by ICE for three weeks in the Van Nuys immigration facility, exposing critical failures in the US immigration enforcement system and prompting a federal lawsuit.
Oscar-winner Halle Berry stunned fans with a series of sizzling bikini photos on Instagram. The racy snaps were posted just as her ex-boyfriend, Van Hunt, sparked speculation with a cryptic post about 'roasting' an ex, creating a fiery online buzz.
A growing campaign urges the British Museum to reclaim the Bayeux Tapestry, challenging its permanent home in France and reigniting a centuries-old cultural debate.
Arsonists have set fire to caravans in Bristol, leaving the van-dwelling community in fear. Authorities are investigating the deliberate attack.
Liverpool are reportedly considering a shock move for Newcastle's Alexander Isak as they plan for life beyond Virgil van Dijk. The Swedish striker could be a key target in the upcoming transfer window.
Liverpool are reportedly targeting Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi as a long-term replacement for Virgil van Dijk. The Reds are keen to bolster their defence ahead of the new season.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk criticised referee Anthony Taylor's performance following a tense 3-1 victory over Bournemouth, calling for higher standards in officiating.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk was involved in a heated exchange with Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo during their Premier League clash. Discover the details behind the confrontation.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has reportedly shown interest in Paris Saint-Germain's Hugo Ekitike as the Reds look to bolster their squad. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace's Marc Guéhi remains another key target.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk confronted referee Anthony Taylor post-match, sparking an investigation by Merseyside Police. Get the full details on the heated exchange.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has spoken out against the alleged racist abuse aimed at Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo during their recent match, offering his full support to the player.