AP's Top Photos of the Week: 12-18 December 2025
Explore the most compelling global images curated by AP photo editor Leslie Mazoch for the week of 12-18 December 2025. Discover powerful photojournalism and follow AP's visual storytelling.
Category : Arts
Kennedy Centre to be renamed Trump-Kennedy Centre
The board of Washington's Kennedy Centre has voted to rename it the Trump-Kennedy Centre, a move the White House credits to the former president's 'unbelievable work' in saving the building. Read the full story.
Washington's Kennedy Centre Renamed Trump-Kennedy Centre
Washington DC's premier cultural hub, the Kennedy Centre, has been renamed the Trump-Kennedy Centre. The unanimous board vote recognises the former president's role in saving the institution. Discover the full story.
Lasers clean iconic Roman column in historic restoration
Italian restorers use laser technology to clean the 47-metre Column of Marcus Aurelius in Rome, funded by EU recovery funds. A glimpse into the high-tech revival of ancient history.
Turkey's Whirling Dervishes Honour Rumi in Istanbul
Photos capture the mesmerising Sheb-i Arus ceremonies in Istanbul, where Turkey's whirling dervishes performed to commemorate the 13th-century mystic Jalaladdin Rumi. Explore the spiritual spectacle.
Guardian Readers' Letters: Winter Tips & Historical Finds
Guardian readers offer unique advice for winter, from poetic solace to Raynaud's relief and a fascinating archaeological discovery about Berkshire's beavers. Share your views.
Artist and Hausa Art Scholar David Heathcote Dies at 94
David Heathcote, artist and expert on Hausa crafts whose work is held by the British Museum, has died aged 94. Read about his remarkable life and legacy.
China's Hidden Architectural Revolution 1949-1979
A new exhibition shatters myths of drab communist-era design, revealing a thrilling world of cave factories, bamboo skyscrapers, and fierce ideological battles over style.
Brooke DiDonato's 'Learned a Lesson Then Forgot It' Photo
Photographer Brooke DiDonato reveals the story behind her viral self-portrait, taken in an Austin fireplace with a curious stray kitten. Discover the emotion and process behind the image.
David Gentleman's 10 Lessons for a Creative Life
At 95, artist David Gentleman shares a lifetime of wisdom in a new book. His daughter, Guardian journalist Amelia Gentleman, reveals the key lessons from his eight-decade career.
The Ancient Origins and Uses of the Christmas Tree
Discover the fascinating history of the Christmas tree, from Roman Saturnalia to Norwegian floors and London's Trafalgar Square. Explore its botanical journey and enduring festive magic.
88-Year-Old's Viral Drawings Lead to Four Art Shows
Christine Hazell, 88, began drawing six months ago. With progressive memory loss, her raw portraits have become an Instagram sensation, praised by Tracey Emin, and will feature in four UK exhibitions. Discover her inspiring story.
How Florence's Foundling Hospital Shaped Renaissance Art
A new book explores the Hospital of the Innocents in Florence, revealing how the care of abandoned children spurred Renaissance art and modern ideas of childhood.
Child destroys priceless Ming Dynasty crown in museum
A priceless Ming Dynasty wedding crown was accidentally destroyed by a child at a museum exhibition in China. The incident, caught on video, sparks debate on museum security and priceless artefact display.
Libya's National Museum Reopens After 14-Year Closure
The National Museum of Libya in Tripoli has reopened with a lavish ceremony after 14 years of civil war closure. Hopes are high it can foster unity, but deep political and economic divisions remain.
Somalia's poets keep hope alive for storytelling and peace
In war-torn Somalia, poets preserve a vital cultural heritage. Amid bombings, they gather in Mogadishu's National Theatre, using verse to champion peace and unity. Discover their enduring struggle.
British Photographer Martin Parr Dies Aged 73 in Bristol
Celebrated British documentary photographer Martin Parr has died at home in Bristol aged 73. Known for his colour-saturated, kitschy images critiquing modern life, his legacy will be preserved by his foundation and Magnum Photos.
Martin Parr's 'Mundane & Magnificent' Exhibition Opens
Iconic photographer Martin Parr's new exhibition, 'Mundane & Magnificent', opens at the National Portrait Gallery, celebrating the eccentricities of British life. Discover the show now!
Acclaimed Photographer Martin Parr Dies Aged 73
The Martin Parr Foundation announces the death of the celebrated documentary photographer at his Bristol home. Discover his iconic work capturing British society.
Photographer Martin Parr dies aged 73
Martin Parr, the celebrated British photographer famed for his sharp, humorous observations of society and class, has passed away. Explore his iconic career in pictures.
Photographer Martin Parr Dies Aged 73
Martin Parr, the celebrated British documentary photographer known for his vivid, humorous takes on national life, has died at 73. Explore his iconic career and legacy.
La Scala opens with Russian opera, defends art over politics
Milan's La Scala opens its season with Shostakovich's 'Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk', sparking debate on art versus politics. Discover the story behind the defiant production.
Exploring the Landscapes of Turner and Constable
Ahead of a major Tate Britain exhibition, we trace the rival artists' inspirations from Constable's Suffolk to Turner's Margate. Discover the stories behind the masterpieces.
Burke and Wills Statue Debate: Heroes or Folly?
A controversial statue of explorers Burke and Wills in Melbourne ignites debate over colonial history. Is it a tribute to heroes or a monument to a tragic farce? Explore the story.
Frank Gehry's Stunning California Architecture
Explore the iconic Californian buildings of Frank Gehry, the visionary architect who reshaped American architecture with bold shapes and unconventional materials. Discover his legacy.
Frank Gehry, Master of Architectural Spectacle, Dies at 96
Frank Gehry, the visionary architect behind the Bilbao Guggenheim and Walt Disney Concert Hall, has died aged 96. Explore the legacy of the man who defied straight lines and created instant icons.
How Ahmad Mansour's phone picture won a top photography award
Discover how Ahmad Mansour captured a stunning, award-winning image on his smartphone. Learn the story behind the shot and get expert mobile photography tips. Read the full story now.
2025 Christmas Cliche Charts: Barnicoat's Cartoon Forecast
Cartoonist Becky Barnicoat humorously predicts the top festive clichés for Christmas 2025. Discover the seasonal tropes we'll all be talking about this December.
Frank Gehry, Visionary Architect, Dies Aged 96
Visionary architect Frank Gehry, creator of the Bilbao Guggenheim, has died at 96. Explore his life and iconic, genre-defying buildings that reshaped city skylines.
Ron Mueck's hyperrealistic art opens in Sydney
Australian-born sculptor Ron Mueck unveils his largest-ever exhibition at the Art Gallery of NSW, featuring 12 hyperrealistic works. Discover the profound impact of his unsettlingly lifelike figures.
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