David Černý Physically Occupied Public Space. I Wouldn't Talk About Quality, Says Art Historian Milena Bartlová
Art historian Milena Bartlová discusses the controversy surrounding modern art, particularly David Černý's work, highlighting its impact on public perception and the ongoing cultural debates in Czechia.
Models were made to pose in coffins
The article discusses a controversial photoshoot where models posed in coffins, sparking debate about appropriateness and artistic expression.
Obuljen Koržinek allocates funds for a ‘queer season’ and festival where the Croatian flag is destroyed
The Croatian Ministry of Culture has allocated €5,500 to the LGBT association Domino for events related to queer art and activism in 2026, amid controversy surrounding the association's ties to the political party Možemo and investigations into financial misconduct.
Debate: As if everything wasn't already bad enough
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Jack Lang's connections to Jeffrey Epstein, emphasizing the implications of their relationship against the backdrop of conspiracy theories.
Controversy at the 2026 Berlinale: Screenwriter Arundhati Roy withdraws due to Wim Wenders' comments on Gaza
Indian writer and activist Arundhati Roy has withdrawn from the Berlinale 2026 in response to Wim Wenders' comments about art and politics regarding Gaza.
Indigenous Art Biennial: More than 46 Artists Exhibit After Controversy Over Censorship at the CCK
The first Indigenous Art Biennial in Argentina showcases over 46 artists amid controversy regarding censorship of certain exhibits.
The film is cold in the ass. It is both provocative and fascinating
The article discusses the controversial nature of the film 'Moments of Silence', which reflects on the brutal spectacle of bullfighting without taking a definitive stance.
News Overview: Here are the News of the Day
The article provides an overview of key local news in Munich, including transport issues, student complaints about campus housing, controversies over art, and eco-friendly building practices.
They intervened a figure of San Martín in San Lorenzo after the controversy over the corvo saber
An artist painted a blue tear on a statue of General San Martín in San Lorenzo, igniting discussions after the historical saber's relocation.
Hitler's Favorite Painter: Ingolstadt Mortuary Dance: Dispute Over Former Star of the NS Art Scene
A controversy has arisen in Ingolstadt over a fresco by Oskar Martin-Amorbach, a notable painter from the Nazi era, displayed in the local mortuary.
Andrés Serrano, the artist who submerged images of Christ and the Virgin Mary in urine, photographed Jeffrey Epstein months before the suicide
American artist Andrés Serrano, known for controversial works involving religious imagery, has been linked to Jeffrey Epstein through numerous references in Epstein's archives.
La Chola Poblete had to withdraw from the exhibition a work that reintroduces an eternal dilemma of art: is it a quote or a copy?
Artist La Chola Poblete was compelled to remove a piece from her exhibition due to controversy over whether it was a tribute or a copy of work by Oscar Bony's daughter.
Bianca Censori: I Was Not Under Control, Nudity Was My Project
Bianca Censori explains that her controversial period of public nudity was part of an artistic project she conceived herself, not a result of external control.
Meloni's Angel Had Short Wings. The Vatican Had It Removed from the Fresco
An angel depicting Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was painted in a Roman basilica but was removed by the Vatican after causing controversy.
A painting above the lines should avoid emulations
Rossella Vodret, former superintendent of Rome, discusses the controversial fresco and suggests that the parish priest's choice was out of context and needed proper explanation.
Angel fresco resembling Giorgia Meloni removed from Rome church
A fresco depicting an angel that closely resembled Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was removed from a church in Rome following a restoration, leading to controversy and embarrassment for the Vatican.
Restorer Paints Over Angel: Vatican Removes Meloni's Face
The face of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni that was added to an angel in the Basilica of San Lorenzo in Lucina has been painted over, leading to controversy over whether the angels were actually representations of victory goddesses.
Invitation of Palestinian Artist: Fundamental Dispute over University Autonomy
The invitation of artist Basma al-Sharif to the Düsseldorf Academy of Art has stirred political controversy in the region, leading to calls for the resignation of the rector.
Italy, false start. The first doping case is a blue biathlete. Passler "granddaughter of art"
Rebecca Passler, a promising young biathlete, has become the first doping case of the Italian Olympics, overshadowing the eve of the Games with controversy.
The angel of the Roman basilica resembles Giorgia Meloni - the Italian ministry has started investigating the matter
The San Lorenzo in Lucina basilica in Rome has sparked national controversy after a fresco angel has been claimed to resemble the Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
German church’s televised ‘slime Jesus’ infuriates the faithful
A Christmas Eve mass broadcast in Germany featuring a performance artist portraying a 'slime Jesus' has drawn criticism from the Roman Catholic faithful, prompting regrets from the local diocese.
Thirty Years Before the Notre-Dame Debate, the Example of Pierre Soulages' Contemporary Stained Glass
The public commission for contemporary stained glass by Pierre Soulages, intended to replace older creations in Conques, stirred local controversy but ultimately gained widespread acceptance.
US homeland security condemned for using Japanese artist’s work without consent
The US Department of Homeland Security is criticized for using a Japanese artist's work without permission to illustrate its deportation policies, provoking public outcry.
Cimarronas Periphery, the theater hall embroiled in controversy over Catalan, will stop opening its curtains in 2026
The theater hall Periferia Cimarronas in Barcelona will hold its final performance at the end of January 2026, marking the end of its five-year journey as a space for art and anti-racist activism.