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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.

Joan Baez's Thanksgiving Poem Critiques Trump

Folk music legend Joan Baez shares powerful poetic critique of former President Trump, blending political commentary with artistic expression in her latest creative work.

Artist apologises for Nazi camp-style Instagram arch

A US artist faces widespread condemnation after creating an Instagram arch resembling Nazi concentration camp gates, forcing difficult conversations about artistic responsibility and Holocaust memory.

Sydney arms expo chaos as protesters clash with police

Violent scenes erupted at Sydney's International Convention Centre as hundreds of anti-war protesters attempted to blockade a major arms exhibition, leading to multiple arrests and police reinforcements being deployed.

Thom Yorke condemns Israeli festival's Radiohead cover

Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke has publicly criticised an Israeli music festival for using the band's track 'Creep' without permission, reigniting debate about cultural appropriation and artistic consent.

Irish leader confronted by protesters in Dublin

Tánaiste Micheál Martin faced heated demonstrations as pro-Palestinian activists and anti-immigration groups converged on Dublin streets, requiring significant Garda presence.

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.

Millionaire's castle protest against non-dom tax raid

Former reality television millionaire leads extraordinary occupation of historic 13th-century castle in dramatic protest against Chancellor's controversial non-dom tax reforms, creating political spectacle in the English countryside.

Residents use forklifts and bollards in street protest

Local residents in Westminster have resorted to dramatic measures, using forklifts and concrete barriers to shut down their street after Ministry of Justice plans threatened their community with increased traffic and security risks.

Tilly Norwood: When Art Becomes AI Data

The controversial case of Tilly Norwood raises urgent questions about artistic identity, AI data harvesting, and the future of human creativity in the digital age.

Met Police officer charged over protest assault on Green candidate

A serving Metropolitan Police constable faces criminal charges after being accused of striking a Green Party local election candidate during a heated anti-Israel demonstration in central London. The incident, captured on video, has sparked an internal inv

Kneecap: Irish rappers banned from Canadian festival

Irish-language rap group Kneecap has been removed from the line-up of a major Canadian music festival, prompting accusations of censorship and raising questions about artistic freedom in the wake of the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Iran Bars Jafar Panahi's Film From Oscar Submission

In a stark act of cinematic censorship, Iranian authorities have blocked the submission of acclaimed director Jafar Panahi's 'No Bears' for the Best International Feature Film Oscar, reigniting global debates on artistic freedom and political repression.

Union Jack protest house sparks immigration debate

A British homeowner in a quiet residential street has draped his property in Union Jack flags in a dramatic protest against illegal immigration, sparking local debate and council attention.

Giant Trump Balloon Protest Erupts in Central London

Thousands of protesters descended upon central London in a dramatic demonstration against Donald Trump, featuring giant nappy-clad effigies, 'MAGA' drags, and placards branding the former President a fascist.

Palestinian Artist Cancelled by Yale in Censorship Row

Renowned Palestinian artist Samia Halaby speaks out after Yale University rescinds a major retrospective and the Munch Museum withdraws a prestigious award, igniting a fierce debate on censorship and political pressure in the art world.

Tommy Robinson Protest Turns Violent: Police Horses Attacked

Exclusive video shows the terrifying moment a peaceful Tommy Robinson protest in London descended into chaos. Thugs brutally attacked police horses, leaving an unconscious man to be dragged to safety. Full report on the scenes that shocked the capital.

National Gallery's 1900 Art Cut-Off Sparks Fury

The National Gallery's controversial decision to stop collecting works created after 1900 has ignited a fiery national debate about artistic heritage, colonial legacy, and who gets to define British culture.

26 Met Police Officers Injured in London Migrant Protest

Violence erupted as far-right protesters clashed with Metropolitan Police outside a London hotel housing asylum seekers. Twenty-six officers were injured, and arrests were made in scenes described as 'utterly shocking'.

London Far-Right March Sparks Major Clashes & Police Response

Central London became a battleground of ideologies as a major far-right rally, the 'Unite The Kingdom' march, faced fierce opposition. This live blog covers the escalating tensions, police response, and the political fallout for Keir Starmer's government.

Anti-Migrant and Counter-Protesters Clash in Central London

Central London became a battleground as hundreds of anti-migrant protesters and counter-demonstrators faced off in a tense standoff near the Houses of Parliament, requiring a significant Metropolitan Police intervention to maintain order.

Melbourne Mayor's stern warning to pro-Palestine protesters

Melbourne's Lord Mayor Sally Capp has issued a direct warning to pro-Palestine protesters, vowing a zero-tolerance policy on intimidation and hate speech ahead of a planned disruption at a Town Hall meeting. Full details on the security response.

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