Charlie Mackesy Exhibition at Dulwich Picture Gallery
A new exhibition at Dulwich Picture Gallery celebrates Charlie Mackesy's near 50-year career, featuring sketches and works from his beloved book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse.
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Royal Mint Issues Dennis the Menace 50p Coin for Beano Anniversary
The Royal Mint has unveiled a special 50p coin featuring Dennis the Menace and Gnasher to celebrate 75 years of the iconic Beano character. Available from Thursday with colour versions priced at £25.
Roman Travertine Quarries Still Supply Stone for Global Temples
The historic travertine quarries near Rome that built the Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica continue to provide distinctive stone for modern religious and architectural projects worldwide.
Sydney Writers Festival Backlash Over KPMG and Speaker
The Sydney Writers Festival is under fire for accepting sponsorship from KPMG and inviting author Randa Abdel-Fattah as a speaker, sparking debates on corporate influence and free speech in literary events.
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Dennis the Menace 75th Anniversary 50p Coin Released
The Royal Mint and Beano collaborate on a new 50p coin featuring Dennis the Menace and Gnasher, marking 75 years of the iconic comic character's mischief. Available from today with colour versions.
Red Thread of Fortune: Lunar New Year's Vibrant Symbolism
Explore how the color red, symbolising luck and reunion, weaves through public celebrations and intimate spaces during Lunar New Year festivities across Asia.
Clemence Poles' Farhang Exhibition Opens in London
The Farhang exhibition by artist Clemence Poles debuts in London, showcasing innovative works that blend traditional and modern artistic techniques.
The Battle Review: Britpop Bickering in Blur vs Oasis Comedy
John Niven's play The Battle revisits the iconic 1995 chart clash between Blur and Oasis, but despite its nostalgic charm, it falls short on dramatic tension.
Catalan Chalet Confirmed as Gaudí Work in Centenary Year
The Xalet del Catllaràs, built in 1905 for Eusebi Güell, has been officially attributed to Antoni Gaudí, revealing his naturalistic style in a mountain retreat.
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Peugeot 103 Scooters and Satellite Dishes in Moroccan Photo
A photograph by Hiba Baddou showcases Peugeot 103 scooters and satellite dishes in Morocco, highlighting cultural and technological contrasts in urban landscapes.
Slingsby Theatre's Final Show: A Hopeful Farewell
After losing federal funding, Adelaide's acclaimed Slingsby Theatre Company stages its last production, 'A Concise Compendium of Wonder', a fairytale trilogy exploring climate anxiety with optimism.
Kalamata's Maria Callas Mural Wins Global Award
A monumental mural in Kalamata, Greece, reimagining opera legend Maria Callas as an allegory for the city, has been named 'Best Mural of the World' for 2025. The artwork supports the city's climate-neutral ambitions and celebrates local identity.
Robert Capa: Inventor of Modern War Photography Style
A Paris exhibition showcases newly discovered footage of Robert Capa at work during the liberation of Paris, revealing how he crafted his iconic, immersive photographic style and personal persona.
Nazi Art Restorers Made Holocaust Hitlists, Book Shows
A new book uncovers how Nazi paper restorers and bookbinders were recruited to clean historic records, enabling the regime to detect Jewish ancestry and directly contribute to genocide during WWII.
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William Eggleston's Photography Celebrated in Exhibition
A new exhibition showcases William Eggleston's incredible photography, highlighting his vibrant colour work and profound influence on modern art.
V&A Museum Acquires Reconstruction of YouTube's First Video Page
London's Victoria & Albert Museum has acquired a meticulously reconstructed version of YouTube's original 2005 watchpage, featuring the platform's first-ever video 'Me at the zoo' by co-founder Jawed Karim.
Curran Hatleberg's Photographic Journey: America's Untold Stories
Photographer Curran Hatleberg explores America's fringes in 'Blood Green' and 'Lost Coast', capturing primal connections between people and nature through evocative images.
Greek City's Climate Mural Wins Global Street Art Award
A mural in Kalamata, Greece, blending Maria Callas with local agriculture, wins 'Best Mural of the World' award, highlighting the city's climate-neutral ambitions and cultural pride.
Farewell to Lionel Fogarty: Poet and Activist's Legacy
Lionel Fogarty, the renowned Indigenous Australian poet and activist, has passed away, leaving behind a powerful legacy of work that challenged colonial narratives and inspired generations.
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V&A Acquires Original YouTube Watchpage and First Video
The Victoria & Albert Museum has acquired a reconstruction of YouTube's original 2005 watchpage, featuring the first video 'Me at the zoo' by co-founder Jawed Karim, offering a digital history exhibit.
Cynthia Erivo's One-Woman Dracula Stuns London Theatre
Cynthia Erivo delivers a staggering performance in a high-tech staging of Dracula at the Noel Coward Theatre, playing 23 characters over two intense hours.
Erivo's Dracula Show Overwhelmed by Tech-Heavy Staging
Cynthia Erivo's one-woman Dracula adaptation at London's Noël Coward Theatre is bogged down by excessive technology, overshadowing her vocal talent and charisma in a production that feels effortful rather than fluent.
Obama Library Criticised for 'Headache-Inducing' Text Design
The Barack Obama Presidential Center in Chicago faces criticism for its exterior text design, described as an 'eye-sore' and difficult to read, ahead of its June opening.
Spanish Oranges: Celebrity Scandal and Marital Turmoil
Alba Arikha's debut play explores a famous actor's cancellation and its impact on his family, with searing emotional depth and surprising twists.
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Haley McGee's 'White Pubic Hair' Global Stage Hit
Haley McGee's play 'White Pubic Hair' has become an international hit, exploring themes of aging and identity with raw honesty and emotional depth.
Oberman: Arts More Powerful Than Boycotts Against Antisemitism
Actress Tracy-Ann Oberman, made an MBE for Holocaust education work, argues storytelling through arts is more effective than cultural boycotts in combating antisemitism.
Science Museum Celebrates 60 Years of Star Trek
London's Science Museum marks six decades of Star Trek with a complete film marathon on Europe's largest screens, exclusive exhibitions, and special anniversary merchandise.
Henrike Naumann Dies, Furniture Art Explored German Division
East German-born artist Henrike Naumann, known for using furniture installations to examine German reunification and political extremism, has died at age 41. Her work will appear posthumously at the Venice Biennale.
Historic Naples Theatre Destroyed in Major Fire, Four Hospitalised
The 19th-century Teatro Sannazaro in Naples has been extensively damaged by a fire that spread from a nearby apartment block. Four people were hospitalised for smoke inhalation, but no serious injuries reported.
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Carnival Samba Parades Honour Black Brazilian Women Authors
Rio de Janeiro's Carnival samba schools use their spectacular parades to celebrate Black Brazilian female writers Conceição Evaristo and Carolina Maria de Jesus, highlighting their literary contributions and addressing historical marginalisation.
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