Man jailed for stealing £270k Banksy to pay drug debt
Larry Fraser, 49, has been sentenced to 13 months for stealing a Banksy print from a London gallery. The artwork, valued at £270,000, was recovered by police.
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Banksy's Girl with Balloon stolen in London gallery raid
A brazen thief smashed his way into a London art gallery and stole Banksy's iconic Girl with Balloon, worth £270,000. Discover how the Met's Flying Squad recovered the artwork and arrested the culprit within just four days.
AP's Top Photos of the Week: Global Stories Captured
Explore AP's compelling photo gallery curated by Anita Baca and MaKayla Hart, showcasing powerful global imagery from November 7-13, 2025. Follow their visual journalism journey.
Shrigley's £1 Million Old Rope Art Exhibition Opens
Turner Prize-nominated artist David Shrigley exhibits a 10-tonne pile of discarded rope priced at £1 million. Explore this provocative statement on art's value at London's Stephen Friedman Gallery.
Why I Stopped Judging Art Gallery Photographers
A visitor's change of heart on photographing art after being profoundly moved by a painting at Tate Britain. Discover why capturing art can be deeply personal.
Shrigley's £1m Rope Art Challenges Art World Values
David Shrigley's Exhibition of Old Rope, priced at £1 million, offers a witty critique of art market excess. Discover this thought-provoking London installation.
Royal-linked gallery prosecuted over Russian art sale
Hauser & Wirth gallery, linked to Princess Eugenie, faces prosecution for allegedly selling a painting to a Russian collector in breach of UK sanctions. Read the full details.
Art boosts mental health by 22% reveals UK study
Discover how Van Gogh exhibitions and creative wisdom from Ali Smith and Tracey Emin can reduce stress and enhance daily life. Learn to live artfully today.
Diane Arbus: A brutally truthful vision of humanity
A major new exhibition reveals Diane Arbus's unflinching photographic vision that continues to challenge and captivate audiences decades later.
Grindr used by burglars to target London gay men
Organised crime group used dating profiles to target wealthy gay men across London in sophisticated burglary operation, police reveal.
Joseph Wright's Shadows Illuminate National Gallery
Discover how Joseph Wright of Derby's revolutionary use of light and shadow creates theatrical masterpieces in the National Gallery's stunning new exhibition that reveals Britain's industrial dawn.
Wright of Derby: National Gallery's Revolutionary Exhibition
London's National Gallery unveils a groundbreaking exhibition exploring Joseph Wright of Derby's masterful use of light and scientific themes, positioning the 18th-century artist as Britain's first true painter of the Enlightenment era.
Nottingham's Community Art Gallery Triumphs Against Odds
Discover how Nottingham's pioneering community-run art gallery is thriving against the odds, championing diverse artists and becoming a blueprint for cultural resilience across the UK.
NBA Star's Home Burglarised During Playoff Game
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's residence was burglarised while he played against Dallas Mavericks. Police investigate the coordinated break-in that targeted the Canadian basketball star's home.
Louvre teams with Washington gallery for digital art platform
The iconic Louvre Museum partners with Washington's National Gallery of Art to launch an innovative digital platform, bringing priceless artworks to global audiences through immersive virtual experiences.
Climate activist jailed for London art gallery soup protest
A climate activist who threw tomato soup over a protected painting at London's Courtauld Gallery has been sentenced to prison, sparking debate about environmental protest methods.
Artes Mundi 11: Wales Hosts Major Contemporary Art Prize
The prestigious Artes Mundi 11 prize exhibition launches across Wales, featuring eight international artists competing for £40,000 award. Discover groundbreaking contemporary art in Cardiff, Llandudno and Aberystwyth until March 2025.
Katherine Ryan recalls traumatic home burglary in London
Comedian Katherine Ryan opens up about the traumatic burglary that left her family feeling violated, sharing chilling details of the crime that targeted their London home while they slept.
Gallery visits slash stress and boost mental health
New research reveals that regular art gallery visits can significantly reduce stress levels and improve mental health outcomes. Discover how cultural engagement is becoming recognised as a powerful wellness tool.
Art Gallery Visits Boost Immune System & Reduce Stress
Groundbreaking research demonstrates that regular art gallery attendance can significantly strengthen immune function and lower stress hormones, offering surprising health benefits beyond cultural enrichment.
Kate Bryan: How to Love Art Without the Intimidation
Discover how art curator Kate Bryan is dismantling cultural barriers with her new book 'How to Love Art', making galleries accessible to everyone through practical tips and infectious enthusiasm.
Ex-Burglar Reveals How Thieves Pick Houses to Rob
A reformed criminal reveals the simple mistakes homeowners make that turn their properties into prime targets for burglars - and how you can protect your home.
Officials accused of gaslighting over drug rooms
UK health officials face mounting criticism after dismissing community concerns about proposed drug consumption rooms as 'misinformation', sparking accusations of gaslighting vulnerable neighbourhoods.
Burglar's failed break-in caught on CCTV in London home
Shocking CCTV footage shows the dramatic moment a would-be thief was forced to abandon his burglary attempt after being confronted by a courageous London homeowner. The intruder fled without any valuables in this failed daytime raid.
Secret art collective shares gallery memberships
An underground network is enabling struggling artists to access premium exhibitions through shared membership cards, challenging London's exclusive art scene in a bold act of creative solidarity.
Jemima Goldsmith's Mayfair home burgled while family slept
Exclusive: The Central London residence of Jemima Goldsmith was burgled overnight while she and her children slept upstairs, with thieves making off with valuable jewellery and cash in a sophisticated security breach.
Graciela Iturbide's Photography Retrospective Stuns New York
Discover the mesmerising world of Graciela Iturbide as her groundbreaking photography retrospective opens in New York, showcasing five decades of iconic imagery from Mexico and beyond.
London Gallery Moves Millais' Ophelia for Taylor Swift Show
London's prestigious Courtauld Gallery faces criticism for relocating a prized Millais painting to accommodate a Taylor Swift student exhibition, raising questions about art accessibility versus preservation.
R&B Icon Parties with Hollywood Stars in London
An iconic R&B superstar was spotted celebrating with A-list celebrities at an exclusive London event, creating unforgettable moments captured in stunning photographs.
Dana Schutz: One Big Animal at Thomas Dane Gallery
American artist Dana Schutz returns to London with her electrifying new exhibition 'One Big Animal' at Thomas Dane Gallery, showcasing her signature blend of psychological intensity and painterly brilliance.
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