Priceless Silver Abraham Lincoln Statue Stolen in Heist
A historic, solid silver statue of President Abraham Lincoln has been stolen from a museum in Louisiana, with authorities launching a major investigation into the audacious theft.
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Deborah Willis unveils hidden history of Black British photography
A landmark exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum, curated by Professor Deborah Willis, unveils the profound and often overlooked legacy of Black photographers in Britain, from the 19th century to the present day.
Priceless Gold Collection Stolen in Paris Museum Heist
Thieves have executed a sophisticated raid on France's National Museum of Natural History, making off with an 'inestimable' collection of historic gold samples. The audacious theft has left investigators scrambling and the scientific community reeling.
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.
Tribute to Psychoanalyst and Film Pioneer Andrea Sabbadini
A tribute to the life and pioneering work of Andrea Sabbadini, the esteemed psychoanalyst, author, and founder of the Psychoanalysis and Cinema stream at the European Psychoanalytic Film Festival.
UK Museums Spent £29m on Storage as Buildings Crumbled
Shocking new data exposes how Britain's cultural institutions are spending millions to store artefacts they can't display, as iconic buildings fall into disrepair and face closure.
David Bowie's Personal Favourite Songs List Revealed at V&A
An exclusive glimpse into David Bowie's musical soul has been uncovered. The Victoria and Albert Museum unveils the legendary artist's personal list of 35 favourite songs, a discovery set to redefine our understanding of his eclectic influences and creati
London to host major new David Bowie Centre
A major new David Bowie Centre for the performing arts, featuring over 80,000 personal items from his legendary career, is set to open in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, transforming the V&A's collection into a public attraction.
Israeli Strike Destroys Gaza's Only Museum, Erasing Heritage
A direct Israeli airstrike has obliterated Gaza's only museum, the Rafah Museum of Palestinian Heritage, destroying priceless artefacts and erasing a vital repository of Palestinian history and identity.
Rembrandt's 'Slow Art' Masterpiece Tours England
A rare Rembrandt self-portrait is touring England in a revolutionary 'slow art' project, inviting the public to spend quality, distraction-free time with the 17th-century masterpiece to combat museum fatigue.
Ancient Gaza Treasures Rescued Hours Before Storehouse Destroyed
In a dramatic pre-dawn operation, Palestinian archaeologists and volunteers successfully evacuated priceless antiquities from a Gaza City storehouse, saving them from destruction just hours before the building was levelled by an Israeli airstrike.
Saudi Arabia Unveils World's Largest Museum Plans
Saudi Arabia announces the Prince Mohammed bin Salman International Museum, a colossal cultural project in Riyadh set to be the world's largest museum, showcasing 30,000 artefacts across five revolutionary wings.
Explore the V&A's Secret East Storehouse & Share Your Finds
The Victoria and Albert Museum invites the public to explore its colossal East Storehouse and share their favourite discoveries from over 250,000 hidden artefacts. A unique chance to go behind the scenes.
David Bowie's Personal Archive Opens at V&A Museum
The V&A's new David Bowie Centre for the Study of Performing Arts is now open, offering an unparalleled, intimate look at the artist's creative process through 80,000 personal items.
Met Police officer arrested in Science Museum protest
A serving Metropolitan Police officer, PC Hannah Thomas, has been suspended after being arrested for her involvement in a Just Stop Oil-style protest at London's Science Museum. The officer glued herself to the railing during a demonstration against the m
Vegan AI Rebellion: Chatbots Refuse Animal Product Discussions
Exclusive investigation reveals how leading AI chatbots, including ChatGPT and Google Bard, are adopting a strict 'vegan' stance, refusing to provide recipes or information involving meat, dairy, and eggs in what experts call a troubling case of artificia
WA Museum staff revolt against Woodside sponsorship deal
Western Australian Museum staff defy management, sending mass email condemning Woodside Energy partnership and fossil fuel funding in cultural institutions.
Your Perfect One-Day Paris Itinerary Revealed
Discover the perfect plan for an unforgettable day in Paris. From sunrise at the Eiffel Tower to a moonlit Seine cruise, this expert guide reveals how to soak in the art, cuisine, and essence of Paris without missing a beat.
Trump's 9/11 Museum Speech Condemned as 'Disgraceful'
Former President Donald Trump faces severe backlash from 9/11 victims' families and the museum's founder after using a solemn memorial event at the National September 11 Memorial & Museum for political attacks on Michael Bloomberg and New York prosecutors
Jewish Museum accused of caving to anti-Semitic mob
The Jewish Museum London faces accusations of capitulating to anti-Semitic intimidation after abruptly postponing a major exhibition on Jewish history, citing security concerns following protests.
Bayeux Tapestry's Historic UK Relocation: Security Revealed
The iconic Bayeux Tapestry is set for a landmark relocation to the UK under unprecedented security measures. Discover how this 11th-century treasure will be transported and displayed.
David Bowie's Secret Unfinished Project Discovered
A secret, never-completed David Bowie project has been discovered by archivists studying his personal archive, revealing a new dimension to the music icon's creative genius.
Kate Middleton Stuns With New Blonde Hair Transformation
The Princess of Wales stuns the public with a lighter, brighter hair colour during a visit to the Foundling Museum with Prince William, sparking widespread admiration and discussion.
Priceless Limoges porcelain stolen in daring museum heist
A major theft at Limoges' Adrien Dubouché Institute sees rare 18th & 19th-century porcelain treasures stolen. Police investigate the sophisticated overnight raid.
Prince William's Surprise Visit to Natural History Museum
The Prince of Wales made an unannounced visit to London's Natural History Museum to champion the Urban Nature Project, highlighting his commitment to UK conservation and creating accessible green spaces for communities.
Kate's sentimental necklace for George, Charlotte & Louis
The Princess of Wales was spotted wearing a deeply sentimental necklace bearing her children's initials during a public outing to the Natural History Museum, sparking admiration and concern.
RHS & Natural History Museum to DNA barcode all UK plants
The Royal Horticultural Society and the Natural History Museum embark on a groundbreaking partnership to create a DNA barcode library for UK flora, enhancing conservation efforts and scientific research.
Antiques Roadshow's Emotional WWII Reunion Stuns Viewers
BBC One's Antiques Roadshow delivered a television moment of pure magic, leaving fans in tears as a guest's collection of wartime heirlooms led to an unexpected and heartwarming family revelation during filming at the Black Country Living Museum.
London Museum's Landmark Project to Preserve Somali Culture
The London Museum unveils a pioneering initiative to safeguard Somali cultural heritage for future generations through a unique collecting project and a major 2025 exhibition.
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