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Ron Mueck's hyperreal art exhibition opens in Sydney

Hyperrealist sculptor Ron Mueck unveils a major new exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, featuring monumental and intimate works that explore the human condition. Discover the details.

Latin American Artists Lead Art Basel Miami 2025

Art Basel Miami Beach 2025 spotlights Latin American artists from Brazil, Mexico, Argentina & Panama, who are reinventing cultural heritage through provocative art. Discover the standout works.

Dove Ellis's Debut 'Blizzard' Justifies the Hype

Mysterious Irish indie artist Dove Ellis releases his stunning debut album 'Blizzard'. Discover the Galway-born singer's Jeff Buckley-esque sound and why his London show sold out in an hour.

Ibrahim Mahama leads ArtReview's 2024 Power List

Ghana's Ibrahim Mahama becomes the first African artist to top the ArtReview Power 100 list, marking a significant shift in the global art landscape. Discover his journey and the list's new top 10.

BBC star Hugh Wallace dies aged 68

Tributes are flowing for beloved BBC presenter and architect Hugh Wallace, who has died at 68. His husband confirmed the sad news on social media.

Irish Pub Crisis: 2,100 Closures Since 2005

New academic studies reveal Ireland's iconic pubs are vanishing, threatening community cohesion. Discover why this cultural cornerstone is disappearing and what it means for Irish society.

Fran Lebowitz's Hilarious Takes on Modern Life

Acclaimed author Fran Lebowitz shares her unfiltered opinions on everything from leaf blowers and hiking to dinner parties and contemporary novels in this exclusive interview.

Tessa Hadley Reveals Her Literary Influences

Acclaimed author Tessa Hadley shares her reading journey from childhood favourites to discovering Anita Brookner and Tolstoy's timeless wisdom. Discover her literary influences.

Evelyn Araluen's The Rot: Poetry of Colonial Truths

Explore Evelyn Araluen's award-winning poetry collection The Rot, a powerful examination of colonisation's legacy through fierce lyricism and tender truths. Discover this essential Australian voice.

Kneecap confirm huge 2026 London gig

Irish band Kneecap confirm their biggest ever headline show for 25,000 fans at London's Crystal Palace Park on June 27, 2026. Tickets on sale now.

John Tottenham's Service: Grumpy Bookseller's Tale

John Tottenham's debut novel Service delivers a bitter black comedy about a cantankerous LA bookseller struggling with literary failure and annoying customers. Discover this unique comic voice.

Minority languages fight digital extinction

How Europe's minority tongues like Irish and Catalan are facing the digital future, with rappers Kneecap leading a surprising revival. Discover why language diversity matters.

Tala Madani's AI Art Exhibition in London

Iranian-American artist Tala Madani presents groundbreaking AI-themed exhibition at Pilar Corrias gallery, using scatological humour to challenge societal norms around motherhood and technology.

Art or Rubbish? The Sculptures Fooling Gallery Cleaners

Discover why artists like Hany Armanious and Gavin Turk create hyper-realistic sculptures of everyday trash, from bronze bin bags to marble loo rolls, challenging our perceptions of value in contemporary art.

Burrows' Poem 'Missing You' Examines Ageing Attitudes

Explore Miles Burrows' powerful poem 'Missing You' from his latest collection Slow Puncture, examining society's harsh treatment of the elderly through lunar metaphor. Discover this unique poetic voice.

Huddersfield Music Festival Opens with Bold Performances

The Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival launched its 2025 programme with groundbreaking concerts featuring experimental works and world premieres. Discover the cutting-edge sounds reshaping British classical music.

Fashion Icon Paul Costelloe Dies Aged 80

Irish designer Paul Costelloe, who dressed Princess Diana, has died at 80. Read about his remarkable career and lasting legacy in British fashion.

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