Picasso's Dora Maar portrait sells for £34.7M
A captivating Pablo Picasso portrait of his lover Dora Maar has fetched an astonishing £34.7 million at Sotheby's London, showcasing enduring demand for the master's wartime works.
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Louvre evacuates art as Seine floods Paris
The world-renowned Louvre Museum scrambles to protect priceless artworks from rising Seine waters, moving treasures to higher ground as Paris faces major flood threat.
Louvre art thieves show 'dreadful taste' in heist
In a bizarre Paris art theft, robbers bypassed priceless Chardins and Leonardos for lesser works, revealing what experts call 'astonishingly bad taste' in their selection.
Grimes unveils controversial album art with Musk and Kirk
Canadian musician Grimes sparks online frenzy with provocative album cover featuring tech billionaire Elon Musk and conservative commentator Charlie Kirk in her latest artistic statement.
£520,000 Picasso miniature vanishes before London exhibition
A multi-million pound Picasso masterpiece measuring just 7.9cm has mysteriously disappeared during transport to a prestigious London exhibition, leaving art experts and authorities baffled.
Picasso Painting Vanishes: Police Hunt Missing Masterpiece
A valuable Pablo Picasso painting has mysteriously disappeared during transport to a major exhibition, sparking an international investigation and raising serious security concerns in the art world.
Trump Allies Make Dramatic Court Appearance in San Francisco
Former President Donald Trump's high-profile legal team, including Kash Patel and Pam Bondi, made a striking appearance at a San Francisco appeals court hearing, signalling intense focus on a crucial case with significant implications.
Drew Struzan: The Artist Behind Iconic Film Posters
Discover the untold story of Drew Struzan, the artistic genius who created the legendary posters for Star Wars and Indiana Jones that defined generations of cinema.
Tommy Robinson Courtroom Outburst Over Contempt Charges
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could face jail time after allegedly filming defendants outside Leeds Crown Court and confronting a police officer during heated exchange.
Ray Wilson's art sells for Alzheimer's research
The family of 1966 World Cup hero Ray Wilson is auctioning his remarkable artwork collection to fund Alzheimer's research, seven years after the England icon lost his battle with the disease.
Egypt's mysterious limestone painting vanishes without trace
A mysterious limestone painting in Egypt that captured global attention has vanished without explanation, leaving archaeologists and authorities baffled about its sudden disappearance from the Cairo landscape.
US Supreme Court overturns conversion therapy bans
In a controversial 6-3 decision, America's highest court has struck down local bans on conversion therapy, reigniting debates over LGBTQ+ protections and states' rights.
Gilbert & George's explosive new London exhibition
The legendary artistic duo Gilbert & George return with their most provocative exhibition yet at White Cube Bermondsey, confronting contemporary social issues through their signature vibrant aesthetic.
Andy Warhol's Lost LA Artwork Mystery Finally Solved
After decades of speculation, the truth emerges about Andy Warhol's mysterious Los Angeles artwork that baffled art historians and collectors worldwide.
Murniasih: A Life Lived with Unapologetic Desire
Discover the electrifying retrospective of Balinese artist I Gusti Ayu Kadek Murniasih, whose bold and sensual artworks challenge conventions at London's latest exhibition.
Builder cleared in Banksy theft case: 'Thought it was rubbish'
A builder accused of stealing a Banksy artwork worth over £500,000 has been cleared of all charges after a court heard he believed it was discarded rubbish. The full story behind the high-profile Islington case.
Alan Jones pleads not guilty to historical sex charges
Veteran Australian broadcaster Alan Jones has formally denied 26 charges of historical sexual abuse dating back to the 1980s. The 82-year-old's case has been adjourned until November.
UK Court Blocks French Minister's Rwanda Visit
The UK High Court has intervened to prevent France's Interior Minister from visiting Rwanda, branding the UK's own asylum policy as unlawful in a major diplomatic and legal rebuke.
Thomas Partey Pleads Not Guilty to Rape Charges
Arsenal and Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges of rape and sexual assault. The footballer appeared at a hearing at the Central Criminal Court, with a trial set for next year.
Arsenal's Thomas Partey Faces Court Date Over Allegation
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to appear at Southwark Crown Court after an allegation dating back to June 2022. The case, managed by Westminster magistrates, proceeds as the footballer remains a key player for Mikel Arteta's squad.
Arsenal's Partey Charged with Sexual Assault
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been formally charged with sexual assault and is due to appear before Westminster Magistrates' Court. The Ghana international's future at the club hangs in the balance as legal proceedings commence.
Top Heart Surgeon Guilty of Molesting Staff Members
Renowned consultant cardiac surgeon Habib Khan, 61, has been convicted of a series of sexual assaults against five female colleagues at a Blackpool NHS hospital, in a case that has sent shockwaves through the medical community.
Plymouth man jailed for 13 years over brutal hammer attack
A Plymouth man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for a brutal hammer attack on a sleeping man in his own home. Joshua Hart, 29, was convicted at Bristol Crown Court for the premeditated assault.
Builder stole £250k Banksy print for home gallery
A builder stands accused of stealing a rare, heart-themed Banksy print valued at a quarter of a million pounds from a social club to add to his private collection of 'Love'-themed artworks.
Melbourne woman admits throwing baby from window in bag
A Melbourne woman has pleaded guilty to the horrific attempted murder of her newborn son, whom she threw from a first-floor window wrapped in a plastic bag. The shocking case has sent ripples through the community as details of the desperate act emerge.
Texas Judge Mandates AI Disclosure in Court Filings
A US federal judge in Texas has issued a groundbreaking order requiring lawyers to certify they did not use AI programmes like ChatGPT to draft filings without human oversight. The move aims to combat 'hallucinated' fake cases and protect legal integrity.
Parents lose court battle over son's cancer donations
A High Court rules against parents seeking to transfer £100,000 in cancer donations raised for their late son to his terminally ill younger sister. The charity trustees' decision to use funds for general purposes is upheld.
Police in court over alleged unlawful killing of Melbourne tradie
Two Victoria Police officers stand accused in Melbourne's Magistrates' Court over the death of Luke Briggs, a 33-year-old tradesman, following a violent altercation outside a Hoppers Crossing 7-Eleven. The case has ignited serious debate over police condu
Brave Woman Confronts Evil Killer in UK Courtroom
A courageous woman faced down the depraved killer of her loved one in a UK courtroom, delivering a blistering victim impact statement that left the nation in awe. This is the powerful story of her quest for justice.
UK Government Unveils Radical ECHR Reform Plan
The Conservative government has proposed a major overhaul of its relationship with the European Court of Human Rights, aiming to assert parliamentary sovereignty and curb the court's influence over UK law.
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