Culture & Arts
Literature, film, design, food and the everyday culture of European cities.
Uzbekistan's Flea Markets and Antique Salons Keep History in Circulation
Across Uzbekistan, flea markets and antique salons are preserving historical objects, from vintage cameras to 400-year-old books. Collectors
Unreleased Mozart Manuscript Discovered in Paris, World Premiere Aired
A conservator at the French National Library discovered a previously unknown Mozart manuscript containing seven pieces for flute and harp. T
Edinburgh International Festival 2026 to Enforce Phone-Free Performances
The 2026 Edinburgh International Festival will enforce a 'Lights Down, Phones Off' policy for its Queen's Hall series. Organizers cite disru
Céline Dion Announces New French Single Ahead of Paris Residency
Céline Dion has announced a new French-language single, 'Pardon, Bonjour, Merci,' set for release on 3 July. The song follows her comeback s
Maggie Gyllenhaal to Lead Venice Film Festival Jury in 2026
Maggie Gyllenhaal will preside over the 83rd Venice Film Festival's international jury in 2026. The lineup includes directors from Hong Kong
Frida Kahlo's Face: From Mexican Icon to Global Brand at Tate Modern
Tate Modern's 'Frida: The Making of an Icon' is the gallery's fastest-selling exhibition ever, with over 41,000 tickets sold. The show exami
French Town Cancels Refugee Play, Igniting Free Speech Row
The mayor of Castres, Florian Azéma, cancelled a performance of Alexis Michalik's play 'Passeport' about a refugee's journey. The decision h
Greek National Opera Revives Callas' 'Medea' at Epidaurus to 10,000-Strong Ovation
Luigi Cherubini's 'Medea', staged by the Greek National Opera at the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, received a 10,000-strong ovation. The pro
Daft Punk's 'One More Time' Chosen as France's Official Goal Song for 2026 World Cup
France has chosen Daft Punk's 'One More Time' as their official goal song for the 2026 World Cup. The track debuted during their 3-1 win ove
Porto Transforms into a Literary Hub with BABELL Festival Featuring Nobel and Booker Winners
Porto's historic centre becomes a 'book city' from June 24-29 with the BABELL Festival. Nobel laureates Olga Tokarczuk and László Krasznahor
Frida Kahlo, Supergirl, and Dragons: Your Cultural Guide to Europe This Week
A comprehensive Frida Kahlo exhibition opens at London's Tate Modern. Supergirl hits cinemas with a canine twist. House of the Dragon return
Medieval Wax Notebook Found in Paderborn Latrine Offers Rare Glimpse of 13th-Century Life
A rare medieval wax notebook has been unearthed in a former latrine in Paderborn, Germany. The leather, wood, and wax artifact is remarkably