‘Sickening’: Donald Trump plans for ‘Arc de Trump’ blasted online
If approved, Donald Trump’s “Triumphal Arch” would be taller than both the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial. Read More
‘Rare rediscoveries’: Two Monet paintings unseen for a century to be auctioned in France
Two rare works by French Impressionist Claude Monet will be auctioned this week at Sotheby’s. The paintings, “Îles de Port-Villez” from 1883 and “Vétheuil, effet du matin” from 1901, highlight…
Reopening of the Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale: EU threatens to cut funding
In a letter addressed to the president of the Venice Biennale, the European Commission has threatened to freeze €2 million to the cultural institution in response to the reopening of…
Iconic Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92
Asha Bhosle, one of the most celebrated Indian singers of all time and one the most versatile Bollywood artists, has died. Read More
Galician genes: New study suggest Christopher Columbus was from Spanish nobility
For the first time, a new scientific study has provided genetic evidence that points to Christopher Columbus having descended from Galician nobility in Spain and specifically from the Sotomayor lineage.…
Britney Spears enters rehab facility weeks after alleged DUI arrest
Britney Spears has voluntarily entered a rehab clinic following her alleged DUI (Drinking Under the Influence) arrest on 4 March. Read More
Black British music, Beef and bandaged terror: What’s to see, do or hear this week in Europe
Netflix’s hit series Beef returns for season 2 while London’s V&A East celebrates British Black music in a landmark new exhibition. Here’s what else to look out for this week.…
Spectacular find: archaeologists recover 1000 Roman objects from a lake in Switzerland
In Lake Neuchâtel in Switzerland, archaeologists have recovered a shipload of more than 1,000 very well preserved ceramic artefacts and swords dating from 20 to 50 AD. To avoid looting,…
Gather together: Photographer Neal Slavin on what 50 years of taking group shots says about us
Neal Slavin’s landmark photography book “When Two or More Are Gathered Together” reveals the many sides of 20th century American society and is notably for its use of colour. To…
Kicking back: Spain’s La Liga goes retro for nostalgic football matchday
La Liga clubs step out in retro kits this weekend, blending football heritage and fashion with nostalgia increasingly making a mark in the modern game. Read More