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.
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.
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, 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.
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.
Cartoonist Becky Barnicoat humorously predicts the top festive clichés for Christmas 2025. Discover the seasonal tropes we'll all be talking about this December.
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.
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.
World-renowned architect Frank Gehry, famed for the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, has died at 96. Explore his life and iconic deconstructivist legacy.
The world of architecture mourns Frank Gehry, the visionary behind Bilbao's Guggenheim, who died at 96. Explore his iconic global legacy. Discover his masterpieces.
Frank Gehry, the revolutionary American architect behind the Guggenheim Bilbao and Walt Disney Concert Hall, has died at 96. Explore his iconic legacy.
Letters to the Guardian reveal fresh perspectives on JMW Turner's family life and a surprising meeting with Francis Bacon, who preferred Constable's work. Dive into the debate.
From 'raw veg canapés' to Nigel Farage's BBC boycott, Guardian readers share their sharp, humorous takes on recent stories. Read the best letters of the week.
The British ceramic artist Gillian Hopwood, renowned for her vibrant, sculptural vessels and decades of teaching, has died at 88. Discover her enduring legacy.
A rare bronze model of London's Mahatma Gandhi statue is set for auction, estimated at £6,000-£8,000. Discover the story behind this iconic sculpture's creation.
Martin Rowson's latest cartoon critiques Israel's participation in Eurovision 2025 amid boycott calls. Explore the sharp political commentary on art and diplomacy.
A rare 27cm bronze maquette for London's Gandhi statue is set for auction, estimated at £6,000-£8,000. Discover the history of this significant piece by sculptor Fredda Brilliant.
From Gaza's rubble to Seoul's first snow and a dejected Ben Stokes, explore the powerful images that defined Friday, 5th December 2025. See the world through the lens of leading photojournalists.
From the V&A's new Islamic gallery opening to a world-record egg sale at auction, we round up the biggest stories in art and design this week. Discover the highlights.
Poet Frieda Hughes's new work, 'Christmas Shopping', critiques festive excess, longing for space over crowds and highlighting a farmer's dream of a John Deere tractor. Read her unique festive reflection.
A new study reveals the Rutland Roman mosaic depicts a 'long-lost' version of the Trojan War, showing Britain's deep Mediterranean cultural links. Discover the full story.
A new cartoon by Stephen Collins for The Guardian captures a moment of musical interruption, featuring Maria and her glockenspiel. Discover the witty illustration here.
London's iconic but bewildering Barbican Centre is set for a £451m renewal. The project will tackle leaks, poor accessibility, and its infamous maze-like layout to create a more welcoming space for all by 2032.
The UK government invites communities to nominate cherished traditions for a new national inventory of living heritage, from ceilidhs to crafts, to safeguard them for future generations. Learn how to submit.
Detroit's iconic bronze RoboCop statue, standing 11 feet tall, has finally been installed permanently. Discover the 15-year story behind this cult film tribute.
Anglo-American artist Jane Birt, known for her watercolours and illustrated memoir, has passed away at 82. Discover her vibrant life and artistic legacy.
The National Gallery of Australia unveils its first Indigenous art triennial, 'ever Present', a powerful truth-telling exhibition blending devastation with hope. Explore the landmark showcase.
Uzbek artist Saodat Ismailova's major exhibition 'As We Fade' opens at Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead. Explore immersive sound and video installations until 23 March 2025.
A new book showcases Scotland's finest Brutalist architecture, revealing the social vision behind the concrete. Discover the buildings that defined a postwar era.
The State Library of Victoria, one of the world's busiest, plans to cut 40 jobs and halve its reference librarians. Critics call it a 'crude self-lobotomy' that betrays the institution's core mission. Read more on this cultural crisis.
An 'exquisite' Fabergé Winter Egg, a gift from Tsar Nicholas II, has sold for a staggering £22.9 million at Christie's in London, setting a new world auction record. Discover the history of this imperial treasure.