Culture & Arts
Literature, film, design, food and the everyday culture of European cities.
Belgian Royal Family Welcomes Japan's Emperor Naruhito in Brussels State Visit
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako began a state visit to Belgium with a formal welcome at the Royal Palace of Brussels. The visit commemor
Japan's Emperor and Empress Begin State Visit to Belgium, Marking 160 Years of Ties
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan have arrived in Belgium for a state visit. The trip underscores a partnership that dates back m
LEGO's Julia Goldin Named First European CMO of the Year at Cannes Lions
Julia Goldin, LEGO Group's Chief Product & Marketing Officer, has been awarded the first European CMO of the Year at Cannes Lions. Selected
Versailles Opens New Gallery for US Independence 250th Anniversary
A new gallery at Versailles opens on 4 July, marking 250 years of US independence. It features paintings and sculptures from the palace's co
WWII StuG III Assault Gun Unearthed at German Naval Air Base
A 29-tonne StuG III assault gun from WWII was found buried in sand at Nordholz naval air base in Lower Saxony. The vehicle is in exceptional
Nearly Intact WWII StuG III Assault Gun Found at German Naval Air Base
A StuG III assault gun, almost completely intact, was unearthed during construction at Nordholz naval air base on the North Sea. The vehicle
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