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3,300-year-old ship and its cargo discovered deep in Mediterranean

The ship’s location, far from land, suggests that ancient mariners had developed far more sophisticated navigation techniques than previously believed.

Lifestyle

Pharrell Williams unveils Louis Vuitton's Spring 2025 Collection

Less than six weeks ahead of the Paris Olympics, Louis Vuitton honoured human beauty and diversity in a glamorous menswear extravaganza.

Art

Early artwork by Titian with dramatic past goes under the hammer

The painting was first stolen by Napoleon's troops from Belvedere Palace in Vienna during the early 19th century. More recently, in 1995, it was taken from Longleat House in England.

Culture news

World’s oldest liquid wine found in 2,000-year-old Roman tomb in Spain

The reddish-brown, sherry-like wine was found in an unlooted tomb and confirmed to be a local variety by the University of Córdoba.

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Lifestyle

Vivienne Westwood's personal wardrobe up for grabs at London auction

The auction at Christie's in London features punk designer Vivienne Westwood's personal collection of clothes, accessories, and unique items spanning her career.

Art

A look back at BMW's most iconic Art Cars to celebrate Le Mans

As anticipation builds for this year's Le Mans endurance race, we explore the history and evolution of BMW's iconic Art Car project.

Design

Newcastle United introduces groundbreaking sound shirts for deaf fans

Developed by CuteCircuit, the innovative shirt uses advanced haptic technology to translate stadium sounds into immersive physical sensations.

Art

Art Basel exhibit features works by Keith Haring and Yayao Kusama

Unlimited, a showcase within the larger Art Basel event, is presenting a curated selection of monumental installations and large-scale artworks, including works from Keith Haring and Yayao Kusama.

Culture news

Circus performers bring joy to displaced Gaza children amidst war

In the conflict-ravaged Gaza Strip, a troupe from the Gaza Free Circus Centre is touring shelters to bring joy and relief to displaced children who have suffered the horrors of war.

Culture Series

Photographer Michel Haddi explores Tahiti surf culture in new book

Photographer and film director Michel Haddi's latest book celebrates Tahiti's natural beauty, surfing culture, and its people.

Design

Here's how you can win a limited edition Ukrainian landmark LEGO set

The limited edition LEGO sets are being raffled off in order to help fund a school's rebuilding in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.

Culture news

Can voting in the UK election make you sexier? New research says 'Yes'

Saatchi & Saatchi has developed a spicy new campaign to motivate young people to vote in the upcoming UK general election.

Art

Meet the artist creating life-size animal sculptures from cardboard

Placing sustainability at the core of his artistic practice, Josh Gluckstein captures the raw emotions of endangered animals through his life-sized animal sculptures.

Culture news

Archaeologists uncover Tang Dynasty murals in ancient Taiyuan tomb

Dating back to the 7th to 10th centuries, these murals depict scenes of everyday life, including working scenes, images of horses and camels, and guardian-like figures under trees.

Food and Drink

Check out the winners of the Pink Lady Food Photographer of the Year

The grand prize went to Chinese photographer Zhonghua Yang for their delightful photo of a woman making New Year dim sum.

Culture news

Major UK music festivals offering free tickets for young voters

Leading music festivals in the UK are joining forces to encourage 18-34-year-olds to vote in next month’s general election.

Culture news

Alec Baldwin: New family reality series amid 'Rust' controversy

Baldwin and his family are set to star in a reality series, amid controversy surrounding the tragic shooting incident on the set of "Rust".

Culture news

How three young explorers uncovered a T. rex fossil in North Dakota

The trio discovered the bone, likely entombed around 67 million years ago, on land near Marmarth, North Dakota.

Culture news

Pompeii archaeologists uncover incredibly rare blue room with frescoes

Experts believe the 8-square metre room can be interpreted as a shrine, or a space dedicated to ritual activities and the storage of sacred objects.

Art

London's 180 Studios presents spellbinding fusion of art and sound

'Reverb', presented by 180 Studios and The Vinyl Factory, is a groundbreaking multimedia exhibition that highlights the synergy between art and sound, featuring works by Theaster Gates, Es Devlin, Virgil Abloh, and more.

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