Readers' Best Photographs: Lanterns, Parakeets, and More
A collection of breathtaking photographs submitted by Guardian readers, featuring luminous lanterns at Twycross Zoo, a sunbathing parakeet in London, and scenes from across the UK and beyond.
Category : Arts
Vikings March in Shetland for Up Helly Aa Festival
The world-famous Up Helly Aa fire festival is underway in Lerwick, Shetland, with Vikings marching through the streets in a torch-lit procession and longboat burning.
French Chateau Needs £60m to Save Historic Library
Chateau de Chantilly, voted France's favourite monument, launches a public fundraising campaign to raise €68 million for urgent renovations to protect its priceless manuscript collection.
Ancient Zapotec Tomb Found in Mexico, Key Discovery
A 1,400-year-old Zapotec tomb discovered in Oaxaca, Mexico, features an owl sculpture and murals, offering new insights into ancient social structures and rituals.
Ancient Owl Tomb Mexico's Most Significant Find in Decade
Archaeologists in southern Mexico have unearthed a remarkably preserved 1,400-year-old Zapotec tomb featuring a mysterious owl sculpture, hailed as the country's most important archaeological discovery in ten years.
Richard Avedon's American West Exhibition in London
A major exhibition of Richard Avedon's iconic 'In the American West' series is now on display in London, showcasing his powerful black-and-white portraits of ordinary Americans.
Sue Webster: Art, Breakup, and Motherhood at 52
Sue Webster, former half of the iconic YBA duo Noble & Webster, discusses her traumatic split, late motherhood via IVF, and defiant new solo exhibition 'Birth of an Icon' in Colchester.
Grandfather's Nazi Camp Past Sparks Museum Debate
A personal story of a grandfather's role at Stutthof Nazi camp, highlighted by the film 'Zone of Interest', ignites debate on museum ethics and historical memory.
Cate Blanchett Headlines National Theatre 2026 Line-Up
Two-time Oscar winner Cate Blanchett will headline the National Theatre's 2026 programme, featuring a star-studded cast including Nina Hoss, Sandra Oh, and Letitia Wright in major productions.
Cate Blanchett Headlines National Theatre 2026 Line-Up
Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett will star in Benedict Andrews' Electra / Persona at the National Theatre in 2026, alongside a stellar cast including Nina Hoss and Ella Lily Hyland.
Billy Connolly Glasgow Mural Hidden by Student Flats
The famous 75BC mural celebrating Sir Billy Connolly in Glasgow city centre is now almost entirely obscured by an 11-storey student accommodation block, despite community efforts to preserve the temporary artwork.
Hugh Dunford Wood: Artist Honoured for Endangered Crafts
Hugh Dunford Wood, a versatile artist who painted landscapes, founded a fashion business, and collaborated with major brands, received the Heritage Crafts Fund's President's Award in 2022.
Eric Huntley: Activist and Publisher's Legacy
Eric Huntley, co-founder of Bogle-L'Ouverture Publications, has passed away, leaving a profound impact on Black British culture and anti-racist activism in the UK.
Daughter fulfils vow to bring lost Holocaust art to UK
Judy King has successfully brought hundreds of artworks by Jewish artist Peter Kien to London's Wiener Holocaust Library, honouring a promise to her mother who saved them from the Nazis.
Scrapbooking's Modern Revival: A Sentimental Time Capsule
Discover how scrapbooking is making a comeback among young adults in the UK, offering a creative and meditative escape from digital overload through physical keepsakes.
Sadiq Ali's 'Tell Me' Review: Dance on AIDS Crisis
Sadiq Ali's dance theatre piece 'Tell Me' at The Place in London offers a powerful, emotional exploration of the AIDS crisis, blending movement and narrative to highlight its historical impact and ongoing relevance.
A Grain of Sand Review: Identity Explored at Arcola Theatre
A new play at London's Arcola Theatre, 'A Grain of Sand', delves into themes of identity and belonging, receiving critical acclaim for its poignant storytelling and strong performances.
Waterfall Photography Heals Photographer with ADHD and Anxiety
John Arnison's 25-year project capturing waterfalls at night in northern England has helped him manage anxiety, ADHD, and depression, offering a therapeutic escape into nature.
Majumdar's Moral Thriller Set in Climate-Ravaged Kolkata
A review of Megha Majumdar's second novel, A Guardian and a Thief, exploring survival, moral dilemmas, and Indian anxieties in a future Kolkata devastated by climate change.
First Dog on the Moon's Australia Day Cartoon Commentary
A new cartoon by First Dog on the Moon offers a nuanced take on Australia Day, blending personal affection with critical reflection on the holiday's controversies.
Tyson Fury Inspires Photographer's Journey into Traveller World
Berlin photographer Frederik Ruegger reveals how watching Tyson Fury's documentary led him to document Gypsy and Traveller communities at UK horse fairs, creating a book titled 'I'm a Stranger in This Country'.
Tube Poetry and Homeric Tactics: Letters on Underground Wit
Readers discuss the lack of authentic poetry capturing London Underground experiences and draw parallels between Homer's narrative techniques and modern cinema challenges.
Peter Hall: Sussex Winemaker and Opera Patron
A tribute to Peter Hall, the East Sussex winemaker whose passion for opera led to the founding of New Sussex Opera, with unique performances in his barn.
350-Year-Old Chest Opened, Secrets Revealed
A 350-year-old spice chest crafted in 1677 has been unlocked, revealing its secrets. The cabinet, valued at up to $800,000, retains original features and tells a rich family history.
BBCSO Premieres Julia Wolfe's Climate Oratorio
The BBC Symphony Orchestra and BBC Singers, under Martyn Brabbins, deliver a powerful premiere of Julia Wolfe's 'Unearth,' an oratorio addressing the climate emergency with stark intensity.
Ben Quilty on Australia's Artistic Cowardice and Visionaries
Renowned painter Ben Quilty questions Australia's commitment to artists and writers following Adelaide Writers' Week cancellation, calling for a more courageous society that values visionaries.
Photographer's Two-Year Journey Capturing Traveller Life
Berlin photographer Frederik Ruegger spent two years documenting Traveller communities at horse fairs across the UK and Ireland, inspired by Tyson Fury, resulting in his book A Stranger in This Country.
Robert Burns' Birthplace Alloway Inspires Tam o' Shanter
Discover Alloway, the charming Scottish suburb where Robert Burns was born and found inspiration for his famous poem Tam o' Shanter, now preserved as a heritage site.
Rare Artemisia Gentileschi Self-Portrait Up for Auction
A rare self-portrait by Baroque artist Artemisia Gentileschi, depicting herself as Saint Catherine of Alexandria, will be auctioned at Christie's New York in February 2026 with an estimated value up to $3.5 million.
Aung Chan Thar's Phone Picture Shows Cloth's True Beauty
Aung Chan Thar's award-winning phone photograph, capturing cloth displayed to reveal its intricate beauty, highlights the power of mobile photography in art.
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