Widow's anguish over bull sculpture after husband's death
A Cumbrian widow fights council plans for a 4-ton bull sculpture yards from her home where her husband was trampled by cattle. Read her emotional plea for understanding.
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Celebrity Traitors poppy controversy engulfs BBC
The BBC finds itself embroiled in Remembrance Day controversy as Celebrity Traitors contestants Charlotte Church and Ruth Codd face criticism for their poppy stance, igniting debates about patriotism and personal choice.
Florida's Underwater Sculpture Park: Art Meets Marine Conservation
Discover Miami Beach's groundbreaking underwater sculpture park, an innovative artificial reef project designed to boost marine life and create an extraordinary diving experience while combating coral decline.
Locals Fury Over £7.5m Grand Designs 'Nazi Fortress' Castle
Residents in a picturesque Warwickshire village deliver scathing verdict on controversial modern castle they've branded 'disgusting' and 'vainglorious' after Channel 4's Grand Designs transformation.
Muslim students suspended over controversial kidnapping skit
A group of Muslim students at a prestigious American performing arts school has been suspended following a controversial theatrical performance about kidnapping, igniting debates about artistic freedom and cultural sensitivity in education.
Katy Perry's cake sculpture sparks food waste fury
Pop sensation Katy Perry faces backlash after unveiling a colossal cake replica of herself at Vogue World: Paris, with critics branding it 'tone-deaf' extravagance during cost-of-living crisis.
Mukherjee's fibre revolution storms Royal Academy
The Royal Academy's landmark exhibition unveils the extraordinary textile sculptures of Indian artist Mrinalini Mukherjee, celebrating her radical transformation of fibre into monumental art forms.
Miami art dealer loses Warhol collection in Labubu scam
Florida gallery owner Leslie Roberts loses prized Andy Warhol artworks worth millions in sophisticated fraud scheme involving rare designer toys and international shipping.
Liverpool VAR controversy: Núñez goal disallowed vs Brentford
Liverpool's Premier League clash with Brentford ended in VAR controversy as Darwin Núñez's goal was disallowed for a contentious offside decision, leaving manager Jürgen Klopp furious and sparking fresh debate about video technology.
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.
Liverpool's VAR equaliser sparks Man Utd fury
Manchester United were left fuming after Liverpool's second-half equaliser stood despite a potential foul in the buildup, with VAR at the centre of another Premier League controversy.
Sydney's Coastline Transformed by Sculpture by Sea 2025
Sydney's iconic Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk has been transformed into a breathtaking open-air gallery for Sculpture by Sea 2025, featuring monumental works from international artists against the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.
The Block's Han: Giant Sculpture Sparks Judge Drama
Controversy erupts on The Block Australia as contestants Han and Tess face brutal judging over their ambitious oversized sculpture, dividing Shaynna Blaze, Marty Fox, and Neale Whitaker.
Georgia-Auburn football fury over referee controversy
College football fans erupt in anger as disputed referee decisions dominate Georgia-Auburn showdown, leaving both sides questioning the integrity of the game.
NJ amusement park dinosaur statue sells for $110,000
A beloved 20-foot dinosaur statue that guarded a New Jersey amusement park for decades has been auctioned for an astonishing $110,000, marking the end of an era for local residents.
Sculpture worker sacked after safety complaint
A former worker at the iconic London sculpture claims he was unfairly dismissed after raising critical safety concerns about the artwork's maintenance and management practices.
Nordic Noir review: A severed head that haunts
The Royal Academy's chilling Nordic Noir exhibition delivers a powerful punch with its centrepiece - a severed head sculpture that explores the darkest corners of Scandinavian art and storytelling.
Lisa Herfeldt's Sinister Silicon Gun Sculptures
German artist Lisa Herfeldt creates hyper-realistic silicone gun sculptures that blur the line between object and organism, provoking questions about violence and sentience in everyday objects.
NRL Grand Final refereeing controversy sparks fury
Explosive controversy erupts as Melbourne Storm veteran expresses outrage over contentious refereeing call involving Broncos star Reece Walsh during NRL Grand Final, with rugby league legend backing claims the fullback should have been sent off.
900-year-old Fountains Abbey illuminated by giant sun sculpture
The historic ruins of Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire undergo a breathtaking transformation as a monumental sun sculpture named after the Greek god Helios casts its golden glow upon the medieval stonework in a stunning after-dark spectacle.
Tina Turner fans rage over 'unflattering' Zurich statue
Furious Tina Turner fans are demanding the removal of a controversial statue in Zurich, calling it an 'unflattering' and 'poor likeness' that fails to honour the music legend's legacy.
Bondi's Sculpture by the Sea faces funding crisis
The future of Sydney's beloved 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition at Bondi Beach is under threat as organisers announce a critical funding shortfall, putting the 2024 event in serious doubt.
Simone Leigh Headlines Royal Academy Show in 2027
The Royal Academy of Arts announces a major 2027 solo exhibition for Simone Leigh, the celebrated US sculptor and Venice Biennale star, marking a pivotal moment for contemporary art in London.
Prince Albert sculpture returns to Windsor Castle after 80 years
A long-lost marble sculpture of Prince Albert has been triumphantly returned to Windsor Castle's Grand Corridor, restoring a key piece of the castle's Victorian heritage for visitors to see.
Victoria and Albert Reunited in Windsor Castle Sculpture
A poignant new alabaster sculpture of Prince Albert has been installed at Windsor Castle, finally laying the iconic Queen Victoria to rest alongside her beloved husband after nearly two centuries of separation.
Hepworth's Granddaughter Curates Major London Art Show
Exclusive: Cressida Bell reimagines her grandmother's iconic sculptures for a groundbreaking new London exhibition, 'Barbara Hepworth: Art & Life', at The Hepworth Wakefield.
Marilyn Monroe Statue Vandalised in Instagram-Inspired Attack
A controversial statue of Marilyn Monroe in San Francisco has been severely vandalised, with red paint daubed across its legs in an act police believe was inspired by an Instagram post.
Herzog & de Meuron's New Calder Garden Opens in Philadelphia
A major new public garden in Philadelphia, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron, reimagines the playful genius of Alexander Calder with a stunning collection of his large-scale mobiles.
Folkestone Triennial 2024: Kent's Spectacular Art Festival
The Folkestone Triennial 2024 is set to transform the Kent coast with breathtaking public art installations from 31 August. Discover world-class sculptures, performances, and interactive pieces by renowned artists, celebrating creativity in this historic
Charlie Kirk's Ice Protest Stuns Emmy Awards 2025
Actor Charlie Kirk ignites a firestorm at the 2025 Emmy Awards with a controversial political statement on the Israel-Palestine conflict, drawing both boos and cheers from the star-studded audience.
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