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Rare diamond necklace with royal connections fetches €4.5m at auction

Composed of approximately 300 carats of old mine-cut diamonds, the historic piece was once worn during royal coronations and is rumoured to hold ties to the scandal that tainted Marie Antoinette’s reputation.

Lifestyle

How a subway tunnel became NYC’s most unlikely therapy spot

Commuters are invited to share their thoughts, fears and dreams on the open wall, creating a collective expression of the city’s heart and mind.

Lifestyle

How a simple 5K run became a global movement: The story of parkrun

What began as a small, informal 5K run with just 13 participants in a London park in 2004 has grown into a global movement, with more than 10 million people having participated.

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Samantha Harvey wins Booker Prize with 'Orbital'

The judges described Harvey's "Orbital" as a “miraculous novel” with a “crystalline” style that makes the world feel “strange and new”.

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Microsoft and Vatican create 3D twin of St. Peter’s Basilica using AI

The project allows virtual visitors to explore the landmark and aids conservation efforts by identifying structural issues ahead of the 2025 Jubilee.

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DNA tests reveal Pompeii victims were not who archaeologists believed

DNA analysis reveals certain Pompeii victims weren’t biologically related, challenging long-held assumptions about their family roles and identities.

Art

New exhibition in Germany challenges stereotypes of Africa through art

A new exhibition at the Völklingen Ironworks is challenging stereotypes and exploring Africa’s cultural history, showcasing works by 26 artists from across the continent and its global diaspora.

Art

Phillip Toledano uses AI to reimagine Robert Capa's lost D-Day photos

In his latest project, Phillip Toledano uses AI to reimagine Robert Capa's lost D-Day images, challenging our understanding of truth and memory in an age where reality can be reshaped.

Art

A portrait of Alan Turing created by a robot has sold for €1 million

The sale marks the first time an artwork by a humanoid robot has ever been sold at auction and has been described as a “new frontier in the global art market.”

Art

Michelangelo, Leonardo and Raphael face off in London’s new exhibition

The Royal Academy's new exhibition spotlights the fierce rivalry and mutual influence between Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and a young Raphael in Florence around 1504.

Lifestyle

Expo Cannabis 2024: A look inside Argentina’s largest marijuana fair

Expo Cannabis 2024, South America's largest cannabis fair, recently rolled into Buenos Aires, featuring cannabis, medicinal mushrooms, wellness workshops and legal discussions.

Art

Never-seen-before Picasso prints go on display at British Museum

Over 80 prints by Pablo Picasso are featured in a new British Museum exhibition in London, showcasing his lesser-known work as a printmaker.

Art

Dutch police detain suspect after botched Andy Warhol art heist

The arrest comes days after thieves blew open the door of an art gallery in the town of Oisterwijk last week and stole two works by Warhol.

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Meet DJ AG: The TikTok DJ turning London’s streets into a viral stage

DJ AG, aka Ashley Gordon, has captured millions on TikTok with his outdoor DJ sets, inviting passers-by and grassroots artists to perform live. From Skepta to kids with their grandmas, everyone’s welcome to join the livestream party.

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Adidas and Kanye West reach settlement after years of legal disputes

The Adidas' CEO announced that the sportswear company has reached an amicable settlement with the rapper, stating, "Whatever was is history."

Art

This robot artist is set to make history at a Sotheby's auction

Ai-Da's painting of Alan Turing, the father of modern computer science, is set to make history as the first artwork created by a humanoid robot to be sold at a major auction house.

Design

Meet the architects shortlisted for the 2024 Dorfman Prize

From practices rebuilding roofs of war-torn buildings in Ukraine to the transformation of a former lingerie factory into a weekend villa, the Dorfman Prize celebrates innovation in architecture worldwide.

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Watch: Timothée Chalamet crashes his own look-alike contest

Dune actor Timothée Chalamet made a surprise appearance at his own look-alike contest in NYC, thrilling fans and causing such a frenzy that police had to disperse the crowd.

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Why independent record stores are struggling despite the vinyl revival

Despite the growing demand for vinyl, many independent music stores across Europe are closing due to rising rent prices and the impact of tourism.

Lifestyle

Take a look at Europe's largest 'Day of the Dead' altar

Each year, thousands gather at the Casa de México in Madrid to experience the largest Day of the Dead altar in Europe, designed this year by Oscar-winning production designer Eugenio Caballero.

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