Chris Killip | Photographing the British people 'who had history done to them'
Chris Killip candidly documented deindustrialisation's brutal destruction of communities in the North of England.
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Meghan Markle lashes out at ‘toxic Asian stereotypes' in movies
Meghan Markle takes aim at Austin Powers and Kill Bill for the way they 'stereotype' East Asian women.
Lucian Freud: New Perspectives review | Show don't tell, please, National Gallery
The National Gallery attempt to present Lucian Freud differently, in a new pay as much as you can exhibition, but is there any need?
Alexander the Great at the British Library | Fictional hero or real?
Pharaoh, prophet, philosopher. We've moulded Alexander into the fictional hero we want him to be. Today, artists and storytellers alike are still trying to reimagine the man and his myth.
Ian Brown from Stone Roses sings solo gig with no band, fans walk out
The F.E.A.R. and Stellify singer, from Manchester's famous 1990s group, sang to a backing track alone in concert in Leeds.
'Hanging out with Americans sucks' - William Klein’s best photos
The American photographer, who pioneered movements in fashion and urban documentary photography, has died in Paris aged 96, his son Pierre Klein said in a statement on Monday.
Never Apologise, Never Explain | Winslow Homer at the National Gallery
For the first time in the UK, Britons can see the largest display of Winslow Homer, America's greatest watercolourist.
What our Queen meant to me
whynow thanks our Queen for her impeccable duty and service. May she rest eternal, and let light perpetual shine upon her.
Before It Floods | Venice beautifully captured through a local's eye
Venice as you’ve never seen her before as artist Federico Povoleri gives us a whole new perspective into the soul of the Adriatic city.
Grayson Perry sculpture 'Alien Baby' stolen from Bristol gallery
Police say a man wearing a camouflaged cap walked up to the limited edition gilded ceramic on display at Bristol's Hidden Gallery.
Freakout / Release review | Hot Chip's fantastic, 11-track triumph
★★★★☆
Hot Chip love the dancefloor and it loves them, even as they explore darker emotions in their eighth album, Freakout / Release.
How did he make that? Meet 'photographer' Jon Baker
Jon Baker makes small objects explode onto photographic paper by snapping them with his room-sized camera he made himself.
Japanese fashion pioneer Issey Miyake dies aged 84
Hiroshima-born Issey Miyake, designer of bags, watches, and perfume, as well as clothes for Steve Jobs and Robin Williams, has died of liver cancer.
August Books Guide
After a sweltering July, we're facing a more temperate August which means even more time for READING. Here are the best titles of the month.
August Gaming Guide
From the F1 Manager 2022 to a glorious remastering of Spider-Man, find the full list of gaming releases in August 2022 below.
Silly artist wants $10,000 for McDonald's pickle on ceiling
Arbitrarily popular NFTs and stupid stunts like these are the price we pay to enjoy good art the rest of the time.
From Marie Curie to Marilyn Monroe | Era-Defining Women
A Woman's World, 1850–1960 explores the many roles – domestic, social, cultural and professional – played by women across the world before second-wave feminism took hold.
Sara Lavelle: 'Art is a gateway into understanding why the world is wonderful'
The young London-based painter speaks to us about her views on British arts education and overcoming psychological setbacks.
Hi, Hello review | Ty Segall subdues his sound
★★★☆☆
Ty Segall expertly imbibes 60s and 70s maestros into his new album, such as John Lennon and Marc Bolan, but I'm not itching to given it a second listen.
London's West End opens first purpose-built theatre in 50 years
@sohoplace is part of a £300m regeneration of the Tottenham Court Road station area and boasts better legroom and completely unrestricted view.
2022's stunning photojournalism in the World Press Photo Yearbook
From sacred rituals among poppy fields in Mexico to an Argentine schoolgirl who vowed not to cut her hair until Covid-19 was over, this is the World Press Photo Yearbook 2022.
Sylvia Plath’s Colossus sets £94,500 auction record for the author
It surpassed the previous record of £87,500 for her copy of The Bell Jar in 2018.
Remembering Claes Oldenburg, 'A draughtsman comparable to Ingres or Picasso'
The Pop Artist, whose work is instantly recognisable to almost anyone, passed away at his Manhattan residence two days ago at the age of 93.
World Wide Pop review | Bouncing up and down in the same spot with Superorganism
Superorganism's second album is disorientating but enjoyable in parts, with good lyricism often drowned out by complex instrumentals.
The Other Side of Make-Believe review | Interpol in cruise control
★★★★☆
Post-punk listeners will always lend their ear to new music from Interpol because they know, like with this new album, their demands will be satisfied.
Kevin Spacey pleads not guilty to sexual assault charges
Kevin Spacey, known for House of Cards and American Beauty, today formally entered not guilty pleas to four sexual assault allegations at the Old Bailey.
Joe Lycett among 1,600 comedians criticising Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Organisers of Britain's top comedy and performing arts festival have received a slew of complaints over mismanagement.
From A to Z | Typesetter artist Anthony Burrill
The Lancashire-born typesetter artist reveals how he instils beauty and transmits power through short, printed messages.
Off The Grid Gigs | Musicians who want you to ditch the smartphone
"I’d like people to come to the shows and enjoy them like they did in the old days." - Bruno Mars
Pete Doherty 'regrets' turning down Eastenders role
The Libertines and Babyshambles frontman says he was 'disappointed' he didn't seize the opportunity.
