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Van Gogh Museum Closes Amid Amsterdam Staffing Crisis

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.

Nigella Lawson's Favourite Sydney Deli Closes After 13 Years

Sydney's iconic Small's Deli in Darlinghurst, a celebrated haunt of foodies and chef Nigella Lawson, has served its final sandwich. Owners Ben and Lisa Small announce their emotional farewell, citing a perfect storm of rising costs and the desire for a ne

Wasp 'Witch' & Penguin Huddles in Stunning Wildlife Photos

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.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025 Opens for Entries

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

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025 Winners Unveiled

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.

Trump's Smithsonian Attack: A New Front in the Culture Wars

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.

1980s Miners Return to Picket Line in Historic Protest

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.

Secretariat's Jockey Inducted into UK Hall of Fame

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.

Celebrity Café Palm Vaults Closes After £5 Fee Backlash

London's iconic pink-hued café, Palm Vaults, beloved by celebrities like Rita Ora, has closed permanently after a social media firestorm over its £5 takeaway charge. Discover the full story behind the closure of this Instagram-famous hotspot.

George Lucas's £1.5bn Museum Lands in Los Angeles

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.

Trump Vows to Overhaul Smithsonian's Slavery Narrative

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.

Bayeux Tapestry UK Move Cancelled Over Damage Fears

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.

Santander Closing Popular 123 Bank Account

Santander announces the closure of its popular 123 current account, impacting cashback and savings for thousands of UK customers. Here's the full breakdown.

Hurricane Erin Floods Major East Coast Motorway

Hurricane Erin wreaks havoc along the East Coast, causing severe flooding that has submerged a key motorway and unleashed destructive winds, prompting urgent safety warnings.

Trump Orders 'Patriotic' Overhaul of Smithsonian Museums

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.

Man killed in major M23 crash, motorway shut for 10 hours

A man has tragically died following a major multi-vehicle collision on the M23 in Surrey during the early hours of Tuesday morning, prompting a full closure of the motorway for over 10 hours and causing severe travel chaos.

Trump Threatens 'Woke' Smithsonian Over Slavery Focus

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.

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