Why are more Spaniards quitting music festivals over Israeli ties?
More than 50 artists and collectives chose to boycott Sonar, one of Spain’s biggest music and arts festivals as anger continues to rise over the economic ties between major events…
James Bond in danger: Why is 007 under threat from a property tycoon?
His name is Bond. James Bond. But for how much longer? Read More
In pictures: Winning design selected for UK memorial to Queen Elizabeth II
Foster + Partners wins the contest to transform St James’s Park in central London into tribute to late queen’s “unifying force”. Read More
Thousands sign petition opposing Kanye West’s headline slot at Slovak music festival
The petition brands Kanye West “one of the world’s most prominent antisemites,” citing, among other things, his sale of a T-shirt featuring a swastika on his website. Read More
Brad Pitt premieres new F1 film in London with surprise appearance from Tom Cruise
The European premiere of F1: The Movie brought Hollywood glamour to London as Brad Pitt and a star-studded cast celebrated the launch of the high-octane racing drama. Read More
Syringe attacks during France’s music street festival leave 145 jabbed and several hospitalised
Renewed fears of syringe attacks come as 145 people across France reported being stabbed with needles at annual street music festival, La Fête de la Musique. A spokeswoman for the…
Botched selfie: Tourist damages 18th-century painting at Uffizi Gallery in Florence
The museum’s director said that “the problem of visitors coming to museums to make memes or take selfies for social media is rampant.” The tourist was identified and “will be…
1,000-year-old pre-Inca mummy discovered just half a metre below a street in Lima
While laying gas pipes in Lima’s Puente Piedra district, workers uncovered a 1,000-year-old pre-Inca mummy just half a metre underground. Read More
Renowned Italian sphere sculptor Arnaldo Pomodoro dies aged 98
Best known for his massive bronze spheres with clawed out interiors which decorate prominent public spaces around the world, Arnaldo Pomodoro leaves behind an impressive body of art. Read More
Highlights from Milan Fashion Week: Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, and Armani steal the spotlight
Milan Fashion Week returned with full force for the Spring/Summer 2026 menswear season, bringing together sharp tailoring, creative flair, global star power and some very amusing headwear. Read More