Freddie Mercury’s sister spent £3million buying back brother’s possessions
Kashmira Bulsara spent a fortune on the biggest auction of the Queen star’s belongings. Read More
Former child actress Sophie Nyweide dies aged 24
“Sophie. A life ended too soon. May it not be in vain,” reads the obituary for the young actress, who starred in ‘Noah’ and the Berlinale-premiering film ‘Mammoth’. Read More
‘Conclave’ viewership soars after Pope’s death – How accurate is the Oscar-winning film?
Edward Berger’s Oscar-winning film ‘Conclave’ has re-entered the cultural conversation following Pope Francis’ death. The 2024 film feels prescient considering the upcoming conclave – something mirrored in viewership numbers. But…
‘Turner’s spirit of innovation is still alive’: Shortlisted artists announced for 2025 Turner Prize
From huge paintings to complex installations, this year’s shortlisted artists for the Turner Prize embrace the 250-year-old artist’s ambition. Read More
Ibrahim Mahama wraps Kunsthalle Bern in jute ahead of June reopening
At the end of April, Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama will wrap Kunsthalle Bern in jute sacks, revisiting a 1968 intervention by Christo and Jeanne-Claude. Read More
Zimbabwean artists to take on Cecil Rhodes’ colonial legacy in bold Oxford exhibition
Zimbabwean sculptures confronting British colonialism will go on display at Oxford’s Oriel College, with Wallace Mkanka’s ‘Blindfold Justice’ named overall winner of the competition. Read More
Multi-million Frank Lloyd Wright lamp to be auctioned
The lamp could be the most expensive ever sold from the legendary designer. Read More
The art of Pope Francis: What was the Catholic spiritual leader’s cultural legacy?
From Biennale visits to calls for restitution, the late Pope Francis left an indelible mark on contemporary art and cultural ethics. Read More
Cannes Film Festival unveils historic first for 2025: A look back at the best posters
In honour of the newly revealed 2025 edition poster – which pays tribute to Claude Lelouch, Jean-Louis Trintignant and Anouk Aimée – here are the best Cannes posters of the…
From priestesses to prostitutes: New exhibition uncovers the lives of women in Pompeii
A new exhibition at Pompeii Archaeological Park brings to light the lives of women in the ancient Roman city – from priestesses and businesswomen to slaves and sex workers. Read…