New Banksy artwork appears in London before Christmas
A new piece of street art believed to be by Banksy has emerged near Tottenham Court Road. Discover the details and its potential political message. Read more.
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Suspected Banksy artwork appears in central London
A new piece of street art believed to be by Banksy has emerged at the foot of a London skyscraper. Discover the details and its potential political message. Read more.
‘Slightly Haunted’ Signs Cause Confusion in Christchurch
Absurd, official-looking signs have appeared in Christchurch, New Zealand, sparking confusion and joy. Discover the guerrilla art project behind the playful public intervention.
Illustrator Wendy Hoile dies aged 77
Renowned illustrator and artist Wendy Hoile, whose work graced major publications and book covers, has passed away at 77. Discover her vibrant career and legacy.
Artist and novelist Veronica Gosling dies aged 94
Veronica Gosling, a writer and visual artist whose creative life spanned novels and sculptures, has died at 94. Discover her legacy in Exeter and beyond.
Tate Reveals Majority of Its Greatest Works Are on View
The Tate galleries have debunked the myth of hidden treasures, revealing that over 70% of their most significant artworks are publicly displayed. Discover the data behind the collection.
Winter Solstice Celebrations Draw Crowds to Stonehenge
Thousands gathered at Stonehenge to mark the winter solstice with drumming and dance. Discover the spiritual significance of this ancient astronomical alignment.
Museum says Father Christmas is 'too white' and colonial
Brighton museum faces backlash after suggesting Father Christmas be 'decolonised' and replaced with Mother Christmas. Critics brand the idea 'laughable' and 'Grinch-like'. Read the full story.
iPhone Photo Captures Joy at Sci-Fi Art Exhibition
Photographer Anne Rayner's stunning iPhone 14 image of her granddaughter at a Baltic Centre exhibition highlights the power of play. See the award-winning shot.
The Week Around the World in 20 Pictures
Explore the most compelling global images of the week, from a lunar eclipse in Greece to a poignant protest in New York. Witness the world's stories through 20 powerful photographs.
Kennedy Center to Add Donald Trump's Name to Building
The Kennedy Center is being renamed to include Donald J. Trump after a board vote. See the photos and details of this controversial decision.
Manchester Museum's Africa Hub Sparks Reparations Debate
Manchester Museum opens Africa Hub, displaying 40,000 artefacts to fuel public discussion on colonial-era restitution and repatriation. Share your views.
Conceptual artist Ceal Floyer dies at age 56
The British-German artist Ceal Floyer, celebrated for her witty and minimalist conceptual works, has died at 56. Discover her influential career and lasting legacy.
Manchester Museum Africa Hub displays artefacts of unknown origin
Manchester Museum's new Africa Hub displays thousands of artefacts acquired during the colonial era, sparking vital conversations about restitution and colonial looting. Can you help identify them?
Frieda Hughes Visits Sylvia Plath's Grave at Christmas
Frieda Hughes shares a poignant poem and tends her mother Sylvia Plath's grave in Heptonstall with Christmas hellebores. Read the moving account of her annual pilgrimage.
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.
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.
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