Louvre's €1bn Renovation Plan Faces Heist and Criticism
The Louvre Museum confronts water leaks, staff strikes, and a €88m jewel heist while its controversial €1bn renovation plan draws fire from critics calling it a presidential vanity project.
Category : Arts
Vatican Restores Michelangelo's Last Judgement for Easter
The Vatican is cleaning Michelangelo's 'The Last Judgement' fresco in the Sistine Chapel, removing a salt film caused by visitor sweat, with work set to finish by early April.
Vatican Cleans Salt Film from Michelangelo's Last Judgment
Restorers at the Vatican are removing a chalky white salt film from Michelangelo's 'The Last Judgment' fresco in the Sistine Chapel, a buildup caused by visitor sweat and humidity.
Sydney Mardi Gras Sissy Ball: Flawless and Fierce Show
The Sydney Mardi Gras Sissy Ball featured stunning performances, vibrant costumes, and powerful expressions of identity, captured in a series of compelling photographs from the event.
Graphic Chaos in Philadelphia Bike Shop Photo
Michael Krupka's best phone picture reveals a tangled scene of bike frames and parts, shot on a Google Pixel 6a at Via Bicycle in Philadelphia.
Emin: Rich Should Fund Free Museum Entry for All
Artist Tracey Emin urges affluent individuals to purchase memberships and donate to national galleries, ensuring free access continues to inspire future generations.
Becky Barnicoat Cartoon: Why It Always Rains on Me
A humorous cartoon by Becky Barnicoat delves into the universal feeling of personal misfortune, questioning why bad luck seems to follow some individuals persistently.
Australia's Top Photos of February 2026: A Visual Journey
A curated collection of Australia's most compelling photographs from February 2026, featuring climate experiments, sporting triumphs, cultural celebrations, and poignant moments of protest and remembrance across the nation.
Adelaide Biennial 2026: Art Exhibition Pushes Boundaries
The 2026 Adelaide Biennial titled 'Yield Strength' features 24 artists exploring sculpture, politics, and material limits. Archie Moore's gold-themed works and provocative pieces challenge viewers to engage deeply with contemporary Australian art.
Free Museum Entry Debate: Tourist Charges Proposed
A heated debate emerges as experts propose charging international visitors to maintain free entry for UK residents at museums like the National Gallery.
Prince Andrew Photo Mirrors Miró's Sculpture on Monarchy's Mundanity
A Guardian letter compares Phil Noble's photograph of Prince Andrew to Joan Miró's ironic sculpture 'Sa majesté le roi', arguing both strip royal figures of symbolic armour to reveal common humanity.
Vettriano Self-Portrait Displayed in Edinburgh on Death Anniversary
A self-portrait by Scottish artist Jack Vettriano goes on public display at National Galleries Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh, marking the first anniversary of his death. The painting will be exhibited for three years.
Dóra Maurer: Hungarian Avant-Garde Artist Dies at 88
Hungarian artist Dóra Maurer, who created groundbreaking works while living under communist rule, has died aged 88. Her career spanned painting, photography, and performance.
Top Gs Like Me: Dark Comedy on Toxic Influencers
A review of Samson Hawkins' play Top Gs Like Me, exploring themes of class, male mental health, and sexual assault through the lens of an Andrew Tate-style influencer.
Vettriano Self-Portrait on Show for Death Anniversary
A self-portrait by Scottish painter Jack Vettriano will be displayed at National Galleries Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh starting March 1, marking the first anniversary of his death. The artwork will be on loan for three years as part of a six-year exhi
Simon Burke's 'Elocution' at Belvoir Theatre Review
A critical review of Simon Burke's play 'Elocution' at Belvoir Theatre, exploring Benjamin Franklin's influence on language and politics in a modern theatrical context.
Imogen Stubbs as Leni Riefenstahl in A Thing of Beauty Play
A new play, A Thing of Beauty, features Imogen Stubbs as Leni Riefenstahl, exploring the Nazi propagandist's life and artistic legacy in a gripping theatrical production.
Emin, Ramses II, McCullin: This Week's Art Highlights
Tracey Emin's exhibition at Tate Modern showcases her profound artistic impact, while Ramses II's treasures and Don McCullin's photography offer diverse cultural insights. Plus, Rose Wylie's paintings and Japanese woodblock prints enrich the art scene.
Cambodia Welcomes Back 74 Looted Artifacts from UK
Cambodia has welcomed the return of 74 ancient artifacts looted during decades of war, repatriated from the UK under a 2020 agreement with the family of late dealer Douglas Latchford.
1872 Discovery: Oldest Noah's Flood Record Found
In 1872, George Smith at the British Museum deciphered a clay tablet revealing the Noah's Flood story predating Genesis by a millennium, marking the oldest recorded history.
Elephant Seal Pups Win Underwater Photographer of the Year
A heartwarming image of Southern elephant seal pups learning to swim in the Falkland Islands has clinched the top prize in the Underwater Photographer of the Year contest, beating nearly 8,000 entries.
Churchill's 'Quiet Waters' Painting Debuts in UK Exhibition
A tranquil landscape painting by Sir Winston Churchill, 'Quiet Waters,' will be displayed for the first time in the UK at Chartwell, alongside his personal art materials and paint-spattered coat.
Emin: My Bed is a 'Crime Scene', Requires Hazmat Setup
Dame Tracey Emin describes her iconic My Bed installation as a 'crime scene' requiring hazmat suits for setup, reflecting on its emotional power in her Tate Modern exhibition.
Igor Tulchinsky Funds Bayeux Tapestry Show at British Museum
Igor Tulchinsky, a financier and son of musicians, explains his sponsorship of the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition, highlighting art's power to inspire and educate.
Pierce Brosnan Family Supports Paris' London Art Exhibition
Pierce Brosnan and his family gathered in Mayfair to celebrate his son Paris' UK art debut, featuring a live painting on a vintage BMW and showcasing strong family bonds.
Hannah Doran and Ro Reddick Win Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
Hannah Doran and Ro Reddick have been jointly awarded the 2026 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize for their outstanding contributions to theatre, marking a significant achievement in the arts world.
National Theatre Director: Conservative Theatre Will Kill Industry
Indhu Rubasingham warns that playing safe with style, content, and process may balance books now but will destroy theatre's future, citing a 70% decline in open submissions.
Hull Minster Window Smashed by Rugby Ball, Survived WWII
A 600-year-old stained-glass window at Hull Minster, which endured the Blitz unscathed, was destroyed by youths playing rugby, causing more damage than the Luftwaffe.
Sandra Cisneros Joins Arts and Letters Academy
Sandra Cisneros, author of 'The House on Mango Street,' is among 11 new members inducted into the prestigious American Academy of Arts and Letters after long awaiting an invitation.
National Theatre Director Warns of Crisis in New Writing
Indhu Rubasingham issues stark warning about 70% decline in theatre submissions and 76% drop in new writing festivals, calling it a threat to democracy and free speech.
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