A US artist faces widespread condemnation after creating an Instagram arch resembling Nazi concentration camp gates, forcing difficult conversations about artistic responsibility and Holocaust memory.
London's cultural scene dazzles with Egyptian treasures while dramatic photography captures typhoon devastation across Asia in today's compelling visual narrative.
Discover the breathtaking diversity of Guardian readers' photography, capturing everything from traditional Indian martial arts to charming British countryside moments in this exclusive visual showcase.
In a significant move for cultural restitution, Namibia is formally demanding the return of sacred objects and human remains from museums in the United States, including Harvard and the Smithsonian.
Discover the vibrant history of British youth culture at London's newest museum, featuring rare photographs, fashion, and memorabilia from decades of teenage rebellion and style.
A routine drain clearance at Bluewater shopping centre reveals a mysterious Roman-era bracelet bearing the name 'Pandora', leaving archaeologists and staff utterly speechless.
A seemingly ordinary vase bought for just £1 in a Welsh junk shop turned out to be a priceless 18th-century Chinese treasure, stunning Antiques Roadshow experts with its £30,000 valuation.
A remarkable collection of early William Scott paintings, hidden from public view for over seven decades, has been rediscovered at the Museum of Somerset in Taunton, offering fresh insights into the artist's celebrated career.
Discover the remarkable story behind Guillaume Lavrut's award-winning mobile phone photograph, captured during an ordinary London commute that turned into an extraordinary moment.
A Manchester bakery's CCTV captured something extraordinary as night-time visitors began striking poses that perfectly mimicked famous artworks, creating an accidental gallery of living masterpieces.
London's underground music scene erupts as These New Puritans, Pluribus, and Cat Burns redefine contemporary British sound in a spectacular cultural comeback.
From Westminster's political dramas to Tokyo's tranquil gardens, The Guardian's weekly photo essay captures the world in 20 breathtaking frames that tell stories beyond words.
The provocative artwork that shocked New York's art world arrives at Britain's Blenheim Palace, challenging conventions in historic surroundings.
A Wollongong art exhibition featuring Jesus Christ portrayed in Aboriginal flag colours has ignited fierce community debate, with critics labelling it 'deeply offensive' while supporters defend it as cultural dialogue.
Christopher Stevens reviews BBC's gripping new art world investigation series where experts uncover forged masterpieces in this thrilling cultural whodunnit.
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.
The prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art confronts a landmark lawsuit claiming a valuable Van Gogh masterpiece was unlawfully seized from a Jewish collector during Nazi persecution.
In a powerful act of cultural resilience, Kyiv's Khanenko Museum opens 'Africa: The Art of a Continent' exhibition, showcasing African masterpieces while Ukraine continues to defend its sovereignty.
Discover how medieval British monasteries, not American imports, shaped the Halloween we know today. Uncover the supernatural stories of monks and nuns that gave birth to All Hallows' Eve traditions.
Award-winning photographer Lorenzo Tugnoli's powerful new collection captures the quiet dignity and enduring spirit of Afghan citizens navigating life amid political upheaval and economic hardship.
Fiona Mozley's Booker-shortlisted novel 'Elmet' receives a stunning theatrical adaptation at Bradford's Loading Bay theatre, delivering a powerful exploration of family, land, and vengeance in modern Yorkshire.
Discover the groundbreaking Minimal exhibition that's redefining contemporary art with raw emotion, primal energy and an astonishing 80kg of mints.
Discover how Associated Press photojournalists are revolutionising visual storytelling by embracing vertical photography, capturing breathtaking moments from global events to intimate human stories.
A breathtaking Canaletto painting of Venice's Grand Canal, hidden from public view for nearly a century, emerges for spectacular Sotheby's sale this autumn. Art experts hail the 18th-century masterpiece as 'extraordinarily fresh' and 'perfectly preserved'
Discover how a Wiltshire-based artist has brought vibrant life to a historic London church with an extraordinary art installation that's captivating visitors and locals alike.
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.
A priceless Vincent van Gogh painting has been violently attacked at King's College London, leaving art world reeling and raising urgent security questions.
Netflix is bringing back the iconic Hollywood Arts High School from Victorious in an exciting new spinoff series that will delight fans of the original Nickelodeon show.
Discover how leading contemporary artists including Chris Ofili, Lindsey Mendick and Ragnar Kjartansson use carefully curated playlists to unlock their creative potential and transform their studios into spaces of musical inspiration.
A powerful new documentary explores national identity and forgotten communities in a decaying British seaside town, mapping the complex terrain of the contemporary British psyche.