A visual journey through Australia's February, capturing political protests, serene swimming pools, and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in action. These top photos highlight the nation's diverse stories and moments.
A significant increase in solo exhibitions by women artists is reshaping the art world, challenging the historical dominance of male Old Masters and promoting greater diversity in galleries.
Andrew 'Sid' Siddall, a revered figure in British theatre, passed away at age 78. Known for his work as an actor, director, and community champion, his legacy spans decades of artistic innovation and social impact.
Jessica Regan's one-woman show at King's Head theatre weaves audience-chosen tales from 16 London postcodes, blending psychogeography with stories of romance, rent, and city living in a lyrical but fragmented collage.
A Southern California Buddhist temple displays thousands of relics, including teeth and bones attributed to Buddha, with believers reporting miraculous growth and healing powers.
Reviews of four theatre productions: Noel Coward's Easy Virtue in Cambridge, Anna Ziegler's Evening All Afternoon in London, Bird Grove about George Eliot, and The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind in Stratford.
The Louvre Museum confronts water leaks, staff strikes, and a €88m jewel heist while its controversial €1bn renovation plan draws fire from critics calling it a presidential vanity project.
The Vatican is cleaning Michelangelo's 'The Last Judgement' fresco in the Sistine Chapel, removing a salt film caused by visitor sweat, with work set to finish by early April.
Restorers at the Vatican are removing a chalky white salt film from Michelangelo's 'The Last Judgment' fresco in the Sistine Chapel, a buildup caused by visitor sweat and humidity.
The Sydney Mardi Gras Sissy Ball featured stunning performances, vibrant costumes, and powerful expressions of identity, captured in a series of compelling photographs from the event.
Michael Krupka's best phone picture reveals a tangled scene of bike frames and parts, shot on a Google Pixel 6a at Via Bicycle in Philadelphia.
Artist Tracey Emin urges affluent individuals to purchase memberships and donate to national galleries, ensuring free access continues to inspire future generations.
A humorous cartoon by Becky Barnicoat delves into the universal feeling of personal misfortune, questioning why bad luck seems to follow some individuals persistently.
A curated collection of Australia's most compelling photographs from February 2026, featuring climate experiments, sporting triumphs, cultural celebrations, and poignant moments of protest and remembrance across the nation.
The 2026 Adelaide Biennial titled 'Yield Strength' features 24 artists exploring sculpture, politics, and material limits. Archie Moore's gold-themed works and provocative pieces challenge viewers to engage deeply with contemporary Australian art.
A heated debate emerges as experts propose charging international visitors to maintain free entry for UK residents at museums like the National Gallery.
A Guardian letter compares Phil Noble's photograph of Prince Andrew to Joan Miró's ironic sculpture 'Sa majesté le roi', arguing both strip royal figures of symbolic armour to reveal common humanity.
A self-portrait by Scottish artist Jack Vettriano goes on public display at National Galleries Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh, marking the first anniversary of his death. The painting will be exhibited for three years.
Hungarian artist Dóra Maurer, who created groundbreaking works while living under communist rule, has died aged 88. Her career spanned painting, photography, and performance.
A review of Samson Hawkins' play Top Gs Like Me, exploring themes of class, male mental health, and sexual assault through the lens of an Andrew Tate-style influencer.
A self-portrait by Scottish painter Jack Vettriano will be displayed at National Galleries Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh starting March 1, marking the first anniversary of his death. The artwork will be on loan for three years as part of a six-year exhi
A critical review of Simon Burke's play 'Elocution' at Belvoir Theatre, exploring Benjamin Franklin's influence on language and politics in a modern theatrical context.
A new play, A Thing of Beauty, features Imogen Stubbs as Leni Riefenstahl, exploring the Nazi propagandist's life and artistic legacy in a gripping theatrical production.
Tracey Emin's exhibition at Tate Modern showcases her profound artistic impact, while Ramses II's treasures and Don McCullin's photography offer diverse cultural insights. Plus, Rose Wylie's paintings and Japanese woodblock prints enrich the art scene.
Cambodia has welcomed the return of 74 ancient artifacts looted during decades of war, repatriated from the UK under a 2020 agreement with the family of late dealer Douglas Latchford.
In 1872, George Smith at the British Museum deciphered a clay tablet revealing the Noah's Flood story predating Genesis by a millennium, marking the oldest recorded history.
A heartwarming image of Southern elephant seal pups learning to swim in the Falkland Islands has clinched the top prize in the Underwater Photographer of the Year contest, beating nearly 8,000 entries.
A tranquil landscape painting by Sir Winston Churchill, 'Quiet Waters,' will be displayed for the first time in the UK at Chartwell, alongside his personal art materials and paint-spattered coat.
Dame Tracey Emin describes her iconic My Bed installation as a 'crime scene' requiring hazmat suits for setup, reflecting on its emotional power in her Tate Modern exhibition.
Igor Tulchinsky, a financier and son of musicians, explains his sponsorship of the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition, highlighting art's power to inspire and educate.