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The best upcoming art exhibitions in Europe this autumn

Hoping to immerse yourself in the world of European art and culture this autumn but not quite sure what's on and what's worth seeing? We've got you covered.

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'Stolen' totem pole to return home to Canada from Scottish museum

The vast artefact is being prepared for return from the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh to the Nisga'a Nation, an indigenous group based on the west coast of Canada, after it was 'stolen' nearly a century ago.

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British Museum director steps down over stolen items controversy

Hartwig Fischer released a statement announcing his resignation.

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British Museum sacks staff member over missing and stolen items

The museum says the pieces include "gold jewellery and gems of semi-precious stones and glass dating from the 15th Century BC to the 19th Century AD".

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United States return 266 incredibly valuable stolen artefacts to Italy

Among the looted items are works from the periods of the Etruscan civilisation, Magna Graecia, and Imperial Rome, with the oldest ones dating back to the ninth century B.C.

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Which are the most artistic cities in Europe?

Wondering which European cities are the best when it comes to art? Check out the rankings...

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J.K. Rowling airbrushed from museum over “transphobic” views

Evanesco, Rowling!

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New York immersive exhibition traces the evolution of hip-hop

Through state-of-the-art audio-visual technology, a new exhibition in New York is bringing 50 years of hip-hop to life.

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David Hockney's portrait of Harry Styles to go on display in London

Earlier this year, legendary artist David Hockney met and painted one of pop music's biggest superstars - Harry Styles.

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4000-year-old menhir statues at risk of erosion warn conservationists

Aged at least 4,000 years, the enigmatic menhir statues are facing a grave threat from erosion, caution the conservators.

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Muzeum Susch honours a hidden gem of Polish avant-garde art

Muzeum Susch, an extraordinary privately owned museum nestled in a serene Swiss mountain village, is paying homage to a hidden gem of Polish avant-garde art.

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London's Migration Museum aims to 'shine a light' on UK history

From the co-founder of Marks & Spencer, to designer Jimmy Choo, or local neighbourhood restaurateurs, an exhibition at London's Migration Museum highlights migrants crucial role in shaping Britain.

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FIFA Museum unveils pop-up Women's World Cup exhibition in Sydney

With this year's Women's World Cup now underway, the FIFA Museum in Sydney is presenting a special pop-up exhibition celebrating the individuals who have played a pivotal role in shaping the women's game.

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Italy wants fewer foreigners running its museums and galleries

Cecilie Hollberg won landmark court cases to protect the marble masterpiece David’s familiar image against misuse.

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Cultural Digest: Don't miss these events in Europe this week

Long summer days, hot, sticky nights. If you're staying in to shelter or planning to hit the streets, here's our guide to the best of what's on this week in movies, games, museums and music.

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Glasgow's Burrell collection wins UK museum of the year

Amidst a vibrant European cultural landscape, a few exceptional museums rise to claim their rightful place among the best of the best in 2023.

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Looking at hell's door! Bosch art work study reveals hell fascination

According to a study by Madrid’s El Prado museum and the Miguel Hernandez University Elche, viewers of the 16th century “The Garden of Earthly Delights” by Hieronymus Bosch look longer and harder at the panel representing hell compared with heaven.

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'Living and breathing' sculptures takeover Berlin's Hamburger Bahnhof

The enormous exhibition hall of Berlin's Hamburger Bahnhof Museum is an imposing space to fill but one that has allowed Eva Fabregas to let her imagination run wild. And the result is incredibly impressive.

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See Björk’s swan dress and Sam Smith's latex suit at new exhibition

REBEL: 30 Years of London Fashion will celebrate over 300 young designers at an upcoming show at the capital's Design Museum.

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What if children decided what museums should be like?

In East London, a new museum dedicated to children is opening its doors. Young V&A is the younger sibling of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.