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What is the future for Banksy's Waterloo Place statue?

Westminster City Council says it is ‘exploring all options’ for the Blinded by the Flag statue that appeared in central London earlier this year

Evening Standard · Sep 24

George Lucas Was Still Tweaking His $1 Billion Museum Before Opening: 'It's Not Working Perfectly'

George Lucas revealed that he made a last-minute lighting adjustment at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art after discovering that tombstones in some dark galleries were difficult to read.

International Business Times UK · Sep 20

George Lucas' $1 Billion Museum Opens Tomorrow—and Star Wars Is Only the Beginning

After 17 years of delays and a $1bn investment, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is opening in Los Angeles with galleries devoted to visual storytelling across centuries and mediums.

International Business Times UK · Sep 20

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Elections in Russia: the 1001 tricks to remove inconvenient candidates

The Russian authorities are using dubious claims to disqualify candidates previously cleared to run in the parliamentary election from September 18 to 20. The war in Ukraine is making the Kremlin even more cautious about who is allowed to campaign.

France 24 · Sep 11

‘I’m used to doing the impossible’: George Lucas unveils new LA museum – what’s its story?

Spaceship-shaped gallery, featuring works from Banksy, Norman Rockwell and Frida Kahlo, is devoted to ‘visual storytelling’ – and is finally ready to open

The Guardian - US · Sep 4

41 Stunning Examples Of Street Art That Prove The Streets Are The Real Museums, As Shared By This Page

From enormous murals covering entire buildings to clever installations that interact with architecture and their surroundings, street art can transform even the most ordinary urban spaces into unexpected visual experiences. The artists featured by Street Art News work across styles and mediums, using walls, buildings, streets, and other elements of…

Bored Panda · Sep 2

The amount of money Banksy’s artworks in London have cost taxpayers – revealed

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The Independent UK · Aug 10

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Banksy artworks have cost public almost £150,000 in clean-up and security costs

A mural painted on the Royal Courts of Justice in September last year has resulted in the largest single cost.

Evening Standard · Aug 10

Banksy artworks in London cost taxpayers nearly £150,000 in clean-up and security costs

A mural painted on the Royal Courts of Justice in September last year has resulted in the largest single cost.

The Independent UK · Aug 10

Three Banksy artworks in London have cost taxpayers nearly £150,000

Costs of security and removal efforts have reignited debate over whether work is vandalism or valuable public art

The Guardian - UK · Aug 9

From shrekking to cookie-jarring: how well do you know the latest dating terms?

In an app-based era, new dating tactics emerge rapidly and while you may have deployed one or been subject to one, how many of the following are real?

The Guardian - UK · Aug 6

The Guide #254: Artist anonymity is a radical act in our cultural obsession with visibility

Hidden creators reveal how invisibility can be a shield and spotlight in an era of relentless self‑exposure

The Guardian - UK · Aug 1

Quote of the day by Banksy: ‘People forget that invisibility is a superpower,’ and why choosing what not to share is a form of freedom

Banksy's quote highlights privacy as a superpower in today's world. Modern culture increasingly values visibility over personal discretion and control. The artist's anonymity allows their impactful art to speak for itself. This perspective challenges the notion that constant sharing equates to success or validation. Choosing what remains private offers a…

The Times of India · Jul 31

Hove seafront mural of police officer sparks Banksy debate

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The Independent UK · Jul 1

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The Independent UK · Jul 1

Possible Banksy mural appears on Hove seafront

Locals are divided over the authenticity of the new mural

The Guardian - UK · Jun 28

Don Egginton obituary

Other lives: Economist and head of department at Bristol University with a parallel occupation as an accomplished artist

The Conversation · Jun 11

Why Britain’s regeneration policies keep missing the point – expert panel

After the mainstream parties suffered big losses in Britain’s local elections in May, they might be wondering how they can win back voters in left-behind parts of the country. Labour’s Pride in Place scheme – £5.8 billion to be shared between some of the UK’s most deprived communities – doesn’t…

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Quote of the Day by street artist and political activist Banksy: 'I don’t know why people are so keen to put the details of their private life in public...' - The graffiti artist known for his anti-authoritarian art offers a thought-provoking quote about why staying invisible can be the ultimate superpower

Street artist Banksy's anonymity offers a powerful lesson. His quote, 'invisibility is a superpower,' challenges today's constant sharing culture. Banksy built his fame on mystery, proving messages matter more than personality. This approach offers freedom from public judgment. His philosophy reminds us that privacy can be a form of strength,…

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The Conversation · Jun 10

Why street art doesn’t always make a city better

For years, our understanding of street art has been incomplete. Some people reduce it to decoration, a tourist attraction, or a form of urban cosmetic enhancement. Others eye it suspiciously, viewing it as an unsolicited aesthetic imposition. But neither of these positions tells the whole story.

The Independent UK · Jun 2

The most meaningful items for sale in Matthew Perry’s charity auction – including Friends memorabilia

This week’s auction will benefit a non-profit that supports people living with addiction – a cause that was profoundly close to the actor’s heart in his lifetime

The Economic Times · Jun 2

Quote of the day by Banksy: ‘I mean, they say you die twice. One time when you…’ – Pseudonymous artist on legacy and remembrance

Renowned artist Banksy's quote, 'You die twice,' highlights that beyond physical demise, a person truly fades when their name is spoken for the last time. This profound idea emphasizes the enduring power of memory, relationships, and the lasting impact individuals have on others, suggesting our legacy lives on through remembrance…

The Guardian - AU · May 31

Massive Attack to tour Australia for first time in 16 years

The Bristol trip-hop group will perform in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney in August

Radio France Internationale · May 21

'French Banksy' and Daft Punk star turn Pont Neuf into Alpine cave

Tourists and Parisians goggled at the sight of the French capital's oldest bridge transformed into a giant "cave" on Thursday, a spectacular new public work by the street artist JR.

France 24 · May 21

‘French Banksy’ JR wraps Paris’s Pont Neuf bridge in inflatable ‘cave’

The Pont Neuf, the oldest bridge in Paris, vanished from sight overnight Thursday as French artist JR, dubbed the "French Banksy", enveloped the historic structure in an inflatable giant cave. The artwork, "La Caverne du Pont Neuf", is a tribute to Parisian artistic legend Christo and his wife, Jeanne-Claude, and…

The Independent UK · May 21

Giant ‘cave’ art inflated over Paris’ oldest bridge in latest work by France’s answer to Banksy

The artwork, called La Caverne du Pont Neuf, is a tribute to a Parisian artistic legend

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