The Victoria and Albert Museum has removed maps and images from exhibition publications after demands from its Chinese printing company, revealing the extent of Beijing's censorship influence on UK cultural institutions.
Sir Neil Cossons, who passed away at 87, was a formidable force in Britain's heritage sector. As director of the Science Museum and chair of English Heritage, he championed industrial history, fought for funding, and preserved landmarks from Stonehenge to
The Southbank Centre, Royal Ballet and Opera, and London Transport Museum are among the beneficiaries of the Arts Everywhere Fund, aimed at improving accessibility and infrastructure.
Michelle Dick, 55, was arrested in Indiana for allegedly stalking Lindsey Buckingham, dousing him with a substance, and damaging his car. She faces multiple charges.
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London's V&A East Museum opens April 18 in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, featuring over 500 artifacts and free entry with ticketed exhibitions like The Music is Black.
A man was found dead at the Discovery Museum in Newcastle following a suspected burglary report. Police confirm the death is not suspicious, with a report submitted to the coroner.
A landmark exhibition at Stockholm's National Museum reveals the complex life of Adolf Ludvig Couschi Badin, an enslaved child who became a Swedish court figure and left extensive writings.
New NASA images from Artemis II have reignited memories of early lunar exploration, including the 1959 Soviet Luna 3 mission and the 1969 Apollo moon landing.
Melissa Chiu, director of the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden for 12 years, announces departure to lead the Guggenheim Museum, citing institutional change and growth.
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A new museum dedicated to World War II espionage will open this summer in Trent Park House, Enfield, showcasing hidden histories of secret listeners and bugged German officers.
South London's Horniman Museum announces major garden upgrades including a nature play area, family café, interactive trail, and community garden, set to open in May 2026.
Doug Allan, the award-winning wildlife cameraman who worked on David Attenborough's Planet series, has died aged 74 while trekking in Nepal, leaving behind a legacy of breathtaking natural world footage.
The National Maritime Museum in Greenwich hosts Astronomers Take Over, a temporary space exhibition featuring astronomers in NASA-style suits, a pop-up planetarium, and celestial displays until June 2026.
The Museum of Illusions is launching its second UK location in London this May, featuring a spooky Ghost Room exhibit and gravity-defying illusions inspired by London landmarks.
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A curated selection of global photographs from April 8, 2026, featuring Tehran rallies post-ceasefire, a Dutch digital detox event, and scenes from Lebanon, Japan, and beyond.
London's Tate Modern art gallery and Millennium Bridge were evacuated and closed after a suspicious package was discovered, with emergency services responding to the incident on Bankside.
The Tate Modern gallery in London has been evacuated following an incident, with police, ambulance, and fire crews responding. Reports suggest the entire building has been closed off.
The Bayeux Tapestry, a 900-year-old embroidery, will be displayed at the British Museum from September 2026 to July 2027, with free admission for children under 16.
The Neon Museum in Warsaw has sparked a major revival of interest in Cold War-era signs, attracting over 100,000 visitors yearly by restoring these historic symbols of hope and creativity.
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The northern spring constellation Boötes, with its bright star Arcturus, is now prominent in the evening sky. Learn its ancient Babylonian and Greek myths and how to locate it using the Plough.
The Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities in Hackney tops a list of the UK's most bizarre attractions, with London claiming three spots in the top ten rankings.
The V&A East Museum launches in Stratford this month, featuring free admission and an inaugural exhibition on Black British music. Discover details on location, exhibitions, and events.
A proposal suggests charging foreign tourists entry fees at major museums to fund free access for Londoners, addressing funding gaps and reducing taxpayer subsidies.
Vestry House Museum in Walthamstow reopens in autumn 2026 after a £4.5 million renovation, featuring new exhibitions, a historic prison cell, and enhanced amenities.
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Explore the Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities in Hackney, a bizarre collection of dodo bones, taxidermy, and occult artefacts crowned the UK's weirdest tourist attraction.
Proposals to end free museum access risk undermining Britain's soft power by reducing public engagement and cultural relevance. Experts warn that charging fees could alienate audiences and stifle innovation in the sector.
Three priceless paintings by Renoir, Matisse, and Cezanne were stolen from the Magnani-Rocca Foundation in northern Italy in a swift three-minute operation, with values estimated in the tens of millions of euros.
Karin Hindsbo argues that introducing fees for international tourists at UK museums would damage visitor numbers, cultural access, and the wider economy, advocating instead for a hotel levy.
Morag, the cloned sheep that preceded Dolly and demonstrated cloning from differentiated cells, is now permanently exhibited at the National Museum of Rural Life in Scotland.
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The UK government is considering charging international tourists to enter London's national museums to boost arts funding, while keeping them free for British residents.
