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Watch: Archaeologists find 57,000-year-old markings in French cave

In a groundbreaking discovery, the Loire Valley in France has revealed the oldest cave engravings known in the region, and possibly in all of Europe.

27/06/2023

Culture news

BET Awards celebrates 50 years of hip-hop: Here are the key winners

The 2023 BET Awards celebrated 50 years of hip-hop, with notable winners including Busta Rhymes, honoured with a lifetime achievement award. Beyoncé and SZA both won three awards each, including a tie for Album of the Year.

26/06/2023

Culture news

Glastonbury 2023: Here are the biggest moments you might have missed

Glastonbury 2023 has come to an end, culminating in a spectacular performance by Elton John, which could potentially be his final show in the UK.

26/06/2023

Culture news

The iconic fashion of divas comes to London's V&A museum

The exhibition features dresses worn by Marilyn Monroe, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, Rihanna and Édith Piaf.

24/06/2023

Culture news

Watch: Snoop Dogg honours Dr. Dre with ASCAP Hip-Hop Icon Award

Celebrating 50 years of hip-hop, Snoop Dogg presented long-time friend and collaborator Dr. Dre with the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers' (ASCAP) first-ever Hip-Hop Icon Award.

23/06/2023

Culture news

Pharrell Williams shuts down Pont Neuf for first Louis Vuitton show

The 50-year-old musical superstar presented his first ever runway show since his appointment at the fashion house was announced back in February.

22/06/2023

Culture news

Michael Jordan sweat-stained 1992 'Dream Team' jersey goes on auction

Going for auction gold will be a Champion brand 1992 “Dream Team” USA commemorative jersey worn and later signed by Michael Jordan.

22/06/2023

Culture news

These are the must-see events at Kensington + Chelsea Art Week 2023

Kensington and Chelsea Art Week has unveiled an extraordinary programme of free public art to enjoy this summer.

21/06/2023

Moments

Feeling stressed? Try a yoga session at the bottom of the sea

A hotel in Saint Lucia is offering underwater yoga classes to combat stress and promote healthy breathing for divers.

20/06/2023

Culture news

Watch: Peruvian villages unite to rebuild ancient Inca rope bridge

Every June, the Quechua indigenous people celebrate a dedicated conservation ritual in the heart of the ancient Inca empire to rebuild the Q'eswachaka rope bridge.

19/06/2023

Culture news

Watch: Peruvian pilgrims climb mountains to pray to Lord of Star Snow

Amidst the majestic Vilcanota mountain range, located 1,000 kilometers southeast of Lima, Peru, a breathtaking spectacle unfolds as hundreds of devoted Peruvians ascend the slopes of Mount Sinakara.

16/06/2023

Art

Madrid exhibition explores El Greco's influence on Picasso

Much has been written about the influence of El Greco on Picasso's work throughout his life, but the exhibition "Picasso, El Greco and Analytical Cubism" examines this relationship in a very specific way.

14/06/2023

Culture news

South Korea celebrates 10 years of K-pop mega group BTS

Fans of K-pop megastars BTS flocked to hotspots around Seoul on Monday to mark the supergroup's 10-year anniversary, with South Korea unveiling a special commemorative stamp series to celebrate.

13/06/2023

Culture news

Tony Awards 2023: 'Kimberly Akimbo' & non-binary actors reign supreme

The musical "Kimberly Akimbo" emerged as the unexpected victor at the Tony Awards. J. Harrison Ghee and Alex Newell also became the first non-binary actors to win Tonys for acting.

12/06/2023

Culture news

Padel: A guide to the world's fastest growing racket sport

Padel, the racket sport born in Mexico, has transcended borders and captured the hearts of enthusiasts worldwide, particularly gaining traction in Europe. Here's why you should join the padel phenomenon.

11/06/2023

Travel News

This Danish man has visited every country in the world without flying

His epic adventure came to a close in the Maldives last month. We sat down with Thor two years ago to see how he was faring.

09/06/2023

Culture news

'Girl with a Pearl Earring' exhibition reveals new hidden details

She's got one of the most famous faces in the art world. And now more of her secrets are being shared. “Girl With a Pearl Earring” is the jewel in the collection of The Hague's Mauritshuis Museum. And now she's bigger than ever.

09/06/2023

Culture news

Salman Rushdie speaks out in first TV interview since attack

"Writers can outlast the thing that opposes them," said Salman Rushdie in his first television interview after the attack he suffered in August last year, which left him blind in one eye and also paralysed one of his hands.

09/06/2023

Culture news

Australia bans Nazi symbols amid rising far-right activity

The Australian government will introduce legislation to ban swastikas and other Nazi symbols nationwide due to an increase in far-right activity, Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus said Thursday.

08/06/2023

Culture news

Paris' Louvre museum hosting Renaissance masterpieces from Naples

From Naples to Paris: The prestigious Louvre museum is presenting an epic six month-long exhibition of Italian Renaissance art.

07/06/2023