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How one exhibition in Italy is redefining disability in the art world

A newly opened exhibition in Turin is highlighting the work of 13 artists with intellectual disabilities from the Eisenberg Collection.

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Anselm Kiefer showcases powerful tribute to Van Gogh in Amsterdam show

Anselm Kiefer’s lifelong fascination with Vincent van Gogh is taking centre stage in "Where Have All The Flowers Gone?" at Amsterdam's Van Gogh and Stedelijk Museums.

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Scottish painter Jack Vettriano dies in France at 73

Jack Vettriano, the self-taught Scottish painter renowned for his dreamlike beach scenes, has died at the age of 73.

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Major exhibition in Berlin showcases abstract Kandinsky masterpieces

Museum Barberini in Berlin is presenting 'Kandinsky’s Universe: Geometrical Abstraction in the 20th Century', a major exhibition celebrating the visionary artist’s groundbreaking work.

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St. Paul’s Cathedral transformed by spectacular sound and light show

St. Paul’s Cathedral is currently hosting 'Luminous', a stunning sound and light show running until 28 February, transforming the historic landmark with mesmerising projections and music.

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Italian police uncover secret art forgery workshop in Rome

In total, 71 fake paintings attributed to Picasso, Rembrandt, and other celebrated artists have been seized by Italian authorities.

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A treasured Banksy owned by a member of Blink-182 is up for auction

The artwork, a satirical take on environmental damage, will be sold at Sotheby’s next month, with some proceeds going to victims of the LA wildfires.

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among friends: Milan's premier art fair miart to celebrate friendship

Artistic Director Nicola Ricciardi promises the 2025 edition will reaffirm miart’s status “as a pivotal event on the European art fair circuit”, as well as provide a thought-provoking focus on the theme of “friendship” within the art world.

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Major new art museum PoMo opens in Trondheim

Housed in a renovated Art Nouveau post office building, PoMo – which sees improving gender representation in art as a key mission – is now open with its inaugural show ‘Postcards from the Future’.

Cult

Inside Saatchi Gallery's flower exhibition: How flowers shape art, fashion and digital innovation

In this episode of Cult, we visit London's Saatchi Gallery, where an exhibition reveals how flowers inspire art, fashion and digital innovation - going beyond beauty to symbolise emotion, life and transformation.

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Othman Lazraq explains MACAAL’s vision for African art in Marrakech

Following the reopening of MACAAL (Museum of African Contemporary Art Al Maaden) in Marrakech earlier this month, Euronews Culture discussed the museum's ambitious transformation with its president, Othman Lazraq.

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Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s 'The Gates' revived in AR and Exhibition

To mark the 20th anniversary of 'The Gates', Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s iconic installation in New York’s Central Park, a series of events and technological experiences are bringing the celebrated work back to life for a new generation.

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Oulu2026 unveils vision and artists for Climate Clock art trail

Ahead of the city’s stint as European Capital of Culture, Oulu2026 has announced a trailblazing new art initiative designed to address the urgent issue of climate change through collaborations between artists and scientists.

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Still Processing: art meets algorithm at Amsterdam’s Nxt Museum

Nxt Museum’s 'Still Processing' explores the intersection of art, technology, and human perception, offering a critical reflection on the impacts of living in an image-saturated digital age.

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1,300 runners illuminate Copenhagen in stunning Light Festival event

Copenhagen’s historic harbour lit up as over 1,300 runners, wrapped in glowing light chains, transformed the city into a moving artwork.

Design

Yrjö Kukkapuro, designer of Finland’s most iconic chairs, dies aged 91

His iconic designs, including the Experiment chair, grace homes, offices, and museums like New York's MoMA and London's V&A.

Art

VIMA: Cyprus’s first international art fair aims to build bridges

Cyprus may be famed for sun, sea and "sheftalia", but it is also home to a dynamic art scene. Come late spring 2025, the Mediterranean island will open a new chapter in its creative journey: enter VIMA, Cyprus's first international contemporary art fair.

Modern Nomads

Meet the Kazakh artists reviving tradition through contemporary art

In partnership with MDQ

In this episode of Modern Nomads, we meet the Kazakh artists who are combining ancient nomadic heritage with modern creativity - transforming carpets, leaves and comics into striking new expressions of cultural identity.

Lifestyle

Henna art recognised as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage

Henna, a symbol of joy and tradition across the Arab world, has been recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, with Morocco at the heart of its rich history.

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Take a look at these stunning Sony World Photography Awards images

Whether it’s the quiet intensity of a Sri Lankan priest deep in devotion or a majestic black rhino on a misty morning, these winning photographs offer a window into the diversity of planet Earth.