Arts

More in Arts

South West Artists Capture Record-Breaking Winter's Impact on Landscape

Artists across the South West document a record-breaking winter marked by storms, flooding, and landscape changes through photography, painting, printmaking, and sound.

4 min read

BBC A man in a navy blue jumper with a beard standing beside a parge print showing the rings of a fallen tree

Henry Moore's 'King and Queen' Sculpture Sells for £26m After Leaving Scotland

Henry Moore's iconic 'King and Queen' sculpture, once displayed in Scotland's Glenkiln park, sold for £26m after years of vandalism and removal from public view.

4 min read

Alamy The Henry Moore sculpture King and Queen viewed from behind looking over a reservoir with a tree lined hill in the distance

Eric Morecambe's Daughter Praises Actor's Remarkable Likeness in Stage Tribute

Eric Morecambe's daughter praises actor Jonty Stephen's remarkable likeness in the centenary stage show 'Eric and Ern,' celebrating the iconic comedy duo's 100th birthdays with performances across the UK.

4 min read

BBC Entertainers Ian Ashpitel (left) and Jonty Stephen (right) on the BBC North West Tonight studio sofa. They are both wearing matching navy blue suits with matching ties. There is a Telegraph newspaper in the background which is part of a sketch from their show.

Birmingham Artist Revives Historic Pub with Art, Food, and Community Spirit

Birmingham artist Mason Newman reopens The Gunmaker's Arms, blending art, food, and community spirit to revive the 200-year-old pub with plans for themed rooms and local artist exhibitions.

3 min read

Mason Newman Mason Newman, who has a beard, stands behind the bar and pulls a pint. He is wearing shades and a leopard-print coat, as well as a black baseball cap. He is looking at the camera.

Man Spends 15 Years Collecting 2,500 Paper Bags Showcasing Retail History

Tim Sumner has spent 15 years collecting over 2,500 paper bags, showcasing Liverpool's retail history and design evolution in an exhibition.

3 min read

BBC A man with ginger hair staring forward in front of a book case.

Palestinian Actor Barred from US Travel, Misses Oscars for Film Role

Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees cannot attend the Oscars due to a US travel ban linked to his Palestinian citizenship. The film he stars in, about a Gaza tragedy, is nominated for Best International Feature Film.

2 min read

A man holds a photo of a young girl smiling at the camera.

Children Learn Resilience Through Art in Belfast Schools

Nettlefield Primary School in Belfast partners with Young at Art on the Resilient Child programme, teaching children resilience through creative arts to help them adapt post-pandemic. Their work was showcased at Ulster University, highlighting the importance of resilience in education.

4 min read

BBC Child is smiling at camera, she is in her school hallway.

War of the Worlds Dominates 2025 Razzie Awards with Five Wins

War of the Worlds swept the 2025 Razzie Awards with five wins, including worst picture and worst actor for Ice Cube. Rebel Wilson, Scarlet Rose Stallone, and Disney's dwarfs also received awards. Kate Hudson earned the Razzie redeemer award.

2 min read

Universal Pictures/Prime Video Ice Cube in an office facing the camera and staring intently at a screen

Maya Jama Aims for Villain Roles as She Pursues Acting Career

Maya Jama, known for hosting Love Island, is pursuing acting with ambitions to play villainous roles. She reflects on early career challenges, her rise in presenting, and her mentorship efforts to support young women from underserved backgrounds.

4 min read

Getty Images Picture of Maya Jama on the Brit Awards red carpet in March 2026

Harry Styles Sets New Sales Record with Number One Album 'Kiss All The Time... Disco Occasionally'

Harry Styles' new album 'Kiss All The Time... Disco Occasionally' tops UK charts with record sales, despite mixed reviews. The album's launch and singles dominate charts, contributing to a strong year for British music.

4 min read

EPA Harry Styles poses on the red carpet of the 2026 Brit Awards in Manchester

The Giant Golden Egg That Never Hatched: A Craftsman's Story

Dave Lawley highlights his father Geoff Lawley's craftsmanship in the Argyle Library Egg, clarifying that six craftsmen spent 7,000 hours creating it. Despite the egg's failure to sell and his father's redundancy, Geoff recently celebrated his 95th birthday.

2 min read

Paul Kutchinsky with the Argyle Library Egg

From Unknown to Oscar Nominee: Pavel Talankin’s Stand Against Putin

Pavel Talankin, once an unknown videographer from Russia’s Ural Mountains, became an Oscar nominee after opposing Putin’s war propaganda. His documentary reveals the harsh realities of war indoctrination in schools and his courageous resistance.

7 min read

BBC/Maxine Collins Pavel Talankin looking direct to camera in a grey suit and black top, with people behind him

Ad (970x250)

Ad (425x293)