The 'Superman' sequel, 'Man of Tomorrow,' set for summer 2027
Elise Morton
Public art transforms Kyiv train station on Ukraine’s Independence Day
Lesia Khomenko’s new painting at Kyiv’s main train station honours the people sustaining the country’s war effort – soldiers, medics, railway workers – and reclaims public art as a powerful tool of civic memory and resistance.
EU Research and Innovation Days return to Brussels in 2025
In partnership with DG Research
The European Commission’s flagship research and innovation event returns this September, bringing top scientists, business leaders, and EU policymakers together for two days of live and online discussions.
Downton Abbey costumes and car head to charity auction
From Lady Mary’s wedding dress to the Granthams’ vintage car, iconic items from Downton Abbey are going under the hammer. All for a good cause.
Downing Street warns author Sally Rooney over Palestine Action support
Downing Street has warned Irish author Sally Rooney that supporting Palestine Action – a group recently proscribed as a terrorist organisation in the UK – could amount to a criminal offence under the Terrorism Act.
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How France and the UK are preparing for the Bayeux Tapestry’s big move
The Bayeux Tapestry will travel to London in 2026 for a blockbuster show at the British Museum. Behind the scenes, experts are navigating the logistics.
New York museums bring major art to JFK airport's new terminal
Four of New York’s most iconic museums are joining forces to transform JFK’s Terminal 6 into a global arts hub, with installations by MoMA, the Met, Lincoln Center, and the American Museum of Natural History.
Author Sally Rooney vows to keep backing banned Palestine Action group
Sally Rooney says she will defy the UK’s ban on Palestine Action, warning the move sets a dangerous precedent for free expression in the arts and public life.
Fans flock to Finland to celebrate as Moomins turn 80
Eight decades after their debut, the Moomins remain Finland’s most treasured literary export. Fans flocked to the official Moomin Museum to honour the impact of the beloved characters.
Niger probes Martian meteorite sale as questions swirl over origins
A 25-kilo rock from Mars sold for over $5 million (€4.3 million) at Sotheby’s in New York last month. But Niger, where the meteorite was found, has launched an investigation into whether it was illegally smuggled out of the country.
Harry and Meghan extend Netflix deal amid plans for new content
The royal couple are set to produce more shows under the Archewell banner in a multi-year agreement with Netflix – in spite of criticism and mixed viewership numbers.
McCartney’s 1960s Beatles photos offer rare behind-the-scenes glimpse
From backstage moments to quiet reflections, Paul McCartney’s photographs of the Beatles’ breakthrough years are heading to a London gallery this August.
Thieves steal $7,000 worth of Labubu dolls from California store
Masked thieves raided a California toy store for dozens of sought-after Labubu dolls, as demand for the quirky collectible continues to skyrocket worldwide.
Adidas designer apologises for shoes 'appropriated' from Mexico
Adidas and designer Willy Chavarria have apologised after their Oaxaca Slip-On sparked backlash for using Indigenous Mexican design without credit or collaboration.
Meet the Australian artist bringing new life to grain silos
Australian artist Guido van Helten is transforming a towering grain elevator in Minot, North Dakota, into a 360° mural celebrating local stories, land, and identity.
Romanian teacher channels Elvis to fight anti-Roma prejudice
In Romania, Tudor Lakatos blends rock 'n' roll and activism to challenge stereotypes and inspire Roma children – one hip-swivel and Elvis classic at a time.
Former Rolling Stone Mick Taylor claims the Met has his stolen guitar
A rock 'n' roll relic is stirring up drama between a guitar legend and one of New York's most iconic museums.
Hiroshima and Nagasaki, 80 years later: Lessons from the living
Eighty years after Hiroshima and Nagasaki, ageing survivors are urging the world to remember what was lost – and to imagine a future without nuclear weapons.
Nomadic biennial Manifesta to land in Coimbra for its 2028 edition
Manifesta 2028 will bring Europe’s nomadic biennial to Portugal for the first time, with Coimbra hosting a collaborative edition focused on art, heritage, and social transformation.
UK’s Royal Ballet and Opera cancels 2026 Israel show after protest
The Royal Ballet and Opera has cancelled a planned 2026 performance of Puccini’s 'Tosca' at the Israeli Opera in Tel Aviv, after 182 staff signed a letter condemning the organisation's stance on Gaza.
In Pictures: Sacred masks and dancing fill Benin’s capital
The mask festival in Benin's capital, Porto-Novo, blends sacred rituals and vivid performances to spotlight Vodun traditions and promotes the capital as a cultural hub.
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