The commuter city of Milton Keynes, often ridiculed, has been named one of Britain's coolest postcodes by The Times, praised for its art scene and green spaces. Discover why it's attracting a new crowd.
Tracey Emin curates a powerful show on melancholy, Ming Wong explores Saint Sebastian, and community art in Edinburgh. Your essential weekly art dispatch from the UK.
Discover how artists and volunteers are preserving three tonnes of floral tributes from the Bondi terror attack into a permanent artwork for the Sydney Jewish Museum. A story of community and remembrance.
Volunteers in Sydney preserve three tonnes of floral tributes from Bondi Pavilion to create a lasting artwork honouring the 15 victims of Australia's worst mass shooting in decades.
Peruvian artist and beekeeper Antonio Paucar wins the prestigious Artes Mundi award in Wales. He plans to use the £40,000 prize to build a cultural centre in the Andes. Discover his powerful eco-art.
Explore the haunting 1995 installation 'HG' by Robert Wilson, a theatrical journey through time celebrating H.G. Wells's centenary in London's Clink Street Vaults. Discover the legacy.
Tate Britain hosts free yoga and life drawing sessions in its galleries for 16-25 year olds during Wellness Week, 16-24 January 2026. Sign up to Tate Collective for access.
Critics argue reframing artists like Warhol & Soutine as social justice advocates strips art of its power. Explore the risk of reducing complex art to moral soundbites.
Explore the life and radical year-long performances of Tehching Hsieh, the artist who lived in a cage and spent a year tied to another. His retrospective at Dia Beacon reveals the philosophy behind his extreme art.
A London social justice art exhibition was forced to close early after vandals attacked galleries with a pickaxe, causing £15,000 of damage. Police have halted the investigation due to lack of evidence.
Intimate photographs show David Bowie's 1994 visit to the Maria Gugging Psychiatric Clinic, a pivotal experience that directly influenced his '1. Outside' album. See the exhibition in Australia.
London's iconic Sketch restaurant reveals a dramatic new art installation by British artist Jonathan Baldock, featuring 84 clay masks and surreal sculptures. Discover the Mayfair gallery's latest transformation.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist behind the Dilbert comic strip and a controversial conservative commentator, has died aged 68 after a battle with prostate cancer. Read his final message.
A major London exhibition showcases Joseph Beuys's monumental 'Bathtub', a sculpture that immerses viewers in the dark currents of 20th-century history. Discover this powerful show before 21 March.
A new cartoon by Ben Jennings brilliantly satirises Elon Musk's launch of the Grok AI tool. Explore the artist's sharp commentary on tech hype and billionaire influence.
Long overshadowed, cross-dressing British artist Marlow Moss is finally receiving recognition, with evidence suggesting she significantly influenced Piet Mondrian's famous double-line technique. Her work is now commanding record prices.
At 80, Sean Scully's new Paris exhibition reveals how a shattered childhood and personal loss fuel his powerful abstract art. The Irish-born painter discusses his quest to 'break hearts' through colour.
A powerful new cartoon by Ella Baron visualises the spirit of Iran's anti-government protests. See the art that symbolises a nation's struggle for freedom.
Artist Ben Quilty argues Australia's underfunded arts sector is key to national resilience, contrasting it with lavish sports funding. He calls for government action to support cultural dreamers.
A review of the Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience in Shoreditch, labelled London's second most underwhelming attraction. We explore the £25 exhibition's chaotic display and lacklustre projections.
Acclaimed cartoonist Martin Rowson's latest work for The Guardian offers a sharp political satire featuring Donald Trump and Keir Starmer. Explore the imagery and its commentary on contemporary politics.
Once a mark of rebellion, tattoos are now mainstream. Explore the rise of inked skin, from personal expression to paramedical healing, and why the UK can't stop getting more.
A Belgian art dealer's hunch pays off as a painting bought for under €100,000 is identified as a genuine Rubens study, revealing a hidden portrait beneath the surface.
Tate Modern announces a landmark Frida Kahlo exhibition for summer 2026. 'Frida: The Making of an Icon' will showcase 130 works, exploring her art, life, and global legacy. Book your tickets soon!
Obituary for sculptor and painter Marie Goodenough, whose original and humorous work was exhibited across the UK. A look at her life, art, and legacy in Northumberland and beyond.
London's creative industry faces a funding crisis. To survive, it must prove its economic value with data and forge cross-sector partnerships, moving beyond cultural silos.
Explore the terrifying ubiquity of fungi in a new Rotterdam exhibition. From zombie-making parasites to atomic bomb survivors, discover why we can't ignore these anarchist designers.
Explore the latest Metro daily cartoon by Guy Venables from January 7, 2026. Stay informed and order your print copy today for a dose of daily humour.
A sharp new cartoon by Nicola Jennings lampoons Donald Trump's reported interest in purchasing Greenland. Explore the political satire and its implications.
Emmerdale actress Michelle Hardwick and wife Kate Brooks are grieving the loss of their cherished dog, Fred. The soap star shared the sad news with fans on Instagram.