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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Tampere acquires a 250,000 euro artwork for the new school – Here’s why

Tampere is set to acquire a mural worth 250,000 euros for the new Kaukajärvi school, prompting discussions about city budget priorities amid recent layoffs.

Mar 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Image of History: Banksy

This article discusses the impact and interpretation of Banksy's artwork, particularly 'Girl with Balloon', which reflects on the nature of street art and its commercialization.

Mar 20 • 12:57 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Stolen artwork returned – submitted by an unknown person

A stolen textile artwork by Linda Lasson, taken from the Härnösand Art Hall, has been returned anonymously in a paper bag.

Mar 20 • 09:11 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

At the Museum of Cycladic Art, Jeff Koons' 'Aphrodite' - What the artist said at the presentation

Jeff Koons unveiled his sculpture 'Balloon Venus Lespugue (Orange)' at the Museum of Cycladic Art, inviting viewers to engage with the artwork's reflections on modern existence.

Mar 19 • 16:21 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Shooty: Warriors

The article promotes the sale of ten numbered prints of artwork signed by Shooty.

Mar 19 • 16:07 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

A Changing Ruling and a Escalating Story: What Happened in the Case of Maha El-Saghir?

Egyptian media figure Maha El-Saghir received a new ruling that overturned her previous sentence of one month in prison for allegedly stealing artwork and violating intellectual property rights.

Mar 19 • 06:18 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

From a Long Nose to a Utopia in Aluminum Foil. Art as a Walk Through the Ruins of Today

The article discusses a controversial incident involving artist Jakub Huba and the political repercussions of his artwork, which highlights the interplay between art and state propaganda in Slovakia.

Mar 18 • 13:31 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The official running shirts of the Riga Marathon will feature the artwork of Boris Bērziņš

This year, the official 'Nike' running shirts for the Rimi Riga Marathon will showcase the artwork 'Viļņos' by the late artist Boris Bērziņš.

Mar 18 • 11:51 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Story of One Painting: Miervaldis Polis. 'Dream'

The article discusses a creative project revolving around the artwork of Latvian artist Miervaldis Polis, inviting submissions for a collective exhibition.

Mar 17 • 07:17 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Discover the LNMM art collection from home! Daily activities for children

The Latvian National Museum of Art invites families to participate in a creative project, sharing children's artwork with the chance to win a prize while also discovering the museum's offerings through daily ideas and activities.

Mar 16 • 07:54 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Shooty: Romantic

The article promotes the sale of ten numbered prints of artwork signed by Shooty.

Mar 15 • 15:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

What future do you want for Sycamore Gap tree?

The public is invited to vote on which artist should create an artwork from the wood of the Sycamore Gap tree, which was illegally felled last year.

Mar 14 • 09:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Art worth 1.5 million kronor at new school torn down – put up with wallpaper glue

A newly commissioned artwork for a cost of 1.5 million kronor at a school being built in Sweden is being dismantled due to being installed with improper adhesive.

Mar 13 • 14:20 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Create a group portrait! A daily task for little researchers

A creative project inviting children to submit their artwork with a chance to win a book, while exploring various educational themes throughout March.

Mar 13 • 07:22 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO: Italy purchased a rare painting by Caravaggio for 30 million euros

Italy has acquired a rare painting by the baroque master Caravaggio for 30 million euros, marking one of the largest sums ever paid by the state for an artwork.

Mar 12 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Going to the Center or Divine Direction: A Conversation with Illustrator Roberts Rūrāns

Artist Roberts Rūrāns discusses the importance of images in today's digital age and the implications of artificial intelligence in artwork creation.

Mar 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Italy purchases a painting by Baroque artist Caravaggio for 30 million euros

Italy has acquired a significant work by Caravaggio for 30 million euros, highlighting the importance of this artwork in the artist's body of work.

Mar 12 • 03:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Vorcaro declared R$ 51.1 million in art, watches, and cars

Banker Daniel Vorcaro disclosed assets worth R$ 51.1 million, including artwork, watches, and Land Rover vehicles, in his 2024 tax return, indicating significant wealth unreported in previous declarations.

Mar 12 • 02:54 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Interpol and a campaign on social media helped recover a work by painter Ricardo Celma

An artwork by Argentine painter Ricardo Celma, titled 'Peter and Wendy', was recovered in England after an international search involving Interpol and social media.

Mar 11 • 18:17 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

'King of the World' statue shows Trump with Epstein in 'Titanic' recreation

A new statue titled 'King of the World' portrays former President Donald Trump alongside Jeffrey Epstein in a 'Titanic' themed artwork.

Mar 11 • 17:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Extreme Metal Fans Say a Resounding No to the Use of AI: 'If I See an Album Cover Made by AI, I Will Stop Listening'

Extreme metal fans are rejecting the use of artificial intelligence in music and album artwork, expressing their strong discontent following AI-generated cover art for popular band Deicide's new album.

Mar 10 • 18:12 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Shooty: Fuel

The article promotes purchasing one of ten numbered prints of an artwork signed by Shooty.

Mar 10 • 16:07 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

"Dedicated to Me": Ruginienė Revealed What Gifts She Received from the Pope

Lithuanian Prime Minister I. Ruginienė met with the Pope and discussed regional situations and received gifts, including a significant artwork.

Mar 10 • 14:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Signboard Artwork 'Forest of Roses' Left by the Experimental Art Pioneer Jeong Chan-seung, Painting Motels in His Home Country

The article discusses the legacy of Jeong Chan-seung, a pivotal figure in Korean experimental art, whose works and life were marked by challenges during the military dictatorship in South Korea.

Mar 10 • 08:46 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Museum leaves Via S.Vittore. And thus animates the M4 station

The Museum of Science and Technology in Milan has expanded its presence by exhibiting artwork in the M4 subway station, showcasing iconic objects through nighttime photography by Axel Ruhomaully.

Mar 10 • 06:17 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Danglár: Orbán's Support

The article promotes limited edition signed prints of an artwork by Danglár, related to Orbán.

Mar 9 • 20:45 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Shooty: The Magic Flower

This article promotes the sale of ten numbered prints of a graphic artwork signed by Shooty.

Mar 9 • 16:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Cameras capture the robbery at the Mário de Andrade Library and works left on the street

New footage of the robbery at the Mário de Andrade Library in December 2025 was released, showing criminals leaving the scene and abandoning some artwork on the street.

Mar 9 • 01:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

El Roto: surprising art

This article discusses the thought-provoking artwork of El Roto, highlighting the role of illustrations and cartoons as expressions of opinion.

Mar 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Wolves remember Diogo Jota with unique tribute as Liverpool fans unite to honour striker

Wolves unveiled memorial artwork to honor Diogo Jota before their FA Cup match against Liverpool, with fans from both clubs paying tribute to the late striker.

Mar 6 • 20:59 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Renovation of the Plaza Italia station of line D: What happened with the works of artist Marino Santa María?

The reopening of the Plaza Italia subway station in Buenos Aires has caused mixed reactions regarding the disappearance of the vibrant artwork by Marino Santa María, replaced by a monochromatic design.

Mar 6 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Former Premier League cult hero with 189 appearances now sells paintings and produces FA Cup Diogo Jota tribute

Former Premier League player Jody Craddock honors Diogo Jota with an artwork tribute to be displayed at the FA Cup match between Liverpool and Wolves.

Mar 6 • 07:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Tàpies painted crosses until the end, but they are not Christian, they are the T of Teresa, the great love of the artist

The article discusses Antoni Tàpies' use of crosses in his artwork, particularly as representations of his love for Teresa Barba, rather than as Christian symbols.

Mar 5 • 16:56 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Giulia Andreani's Art: What Can These Pictures Tell Us?

Giulia Andreani’s artwork examines the relationship between memory culture and power politics through portraits of children who will grow up to become notable political figures.

Mar 5 • 15:17 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

We are creating a sculpture! Getting to know the work of the sculptor Teodors Zaļkalns "Pig"

The project invites participation in creative activities related to sculpture, featuring the work of Teodors Zaļkalns and encouraging submissions of children's artwork.

Mar 5 • 05:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Michelangelo hid his works in a secret room, claims Italian researcher

An Italian researcher claims that Michelangelo concealed some of his artwork in a hidden room.

Mar 5 • 05:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

El Roto: Situacionist

A commentary about the situationalist artwork by El Roto, reflecting on opinion-based illustrations and drawings.

Mar 5 • 04:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

The simple trick that could boost the value of your home by £7,000

Samsung's initiative highlights how displaying art, even through a TV, can significantly increase home value.

Mar 4 • 16:56 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Danglár: Voluntary Decision

This article announces the sale of 10 numbered prints of artwork signed by Danglár.

Mar 4 • 13:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Exhibition in Slippers: Touches Present the Work of Liběna Rochová

The article discusses an exhibition featuring the artwork of Czech artist Liběna Rochová, emphasizing its thematic significance and the unique experience of attending in slippers.

Mar 4 • 12:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Danglár: Help and Protect

This article promotes a limited edition of signed prints featuring the artwork of Danglár.

Mar 3 • 16:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Close encounter with the 'Last Judgment', which is undergoing extraordinary cleaning in the Sistine Chapel

The artwork 'The Last Judgment' by Michelangelo is currently undergoing an extraordinary cleaning process in the Sistine Chapel, allowing journalists to observe the meticulous restoration efforts up close.

Feb 28 • 15:22 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

A critic wrote a horrendous comment about the painting

A Swedish painter receives mixed reactions to her artwork, including harsh criticism from a reviewer.

Feb 27 • 18:16 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

South Africa withdraws from the Venice Biennale after conflict over Gaza artwork

South Africa has canceled its participation in this year's Venice Biennale following a conflict involving Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie and artist Gabrielle Goliath, centered around Goliath's artwork referencing Gaza.

Feb 24 • 14:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

ICE, THAT CONNECTS ⟩ The artwork dedicated to the 108th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia features the slackline world champion

An artistic video work titled "Ice, That Connects" was created in honor of Estonia's 108th anniversary, symbolizing ice as a unifying element in Estonian nature and culture.

Feb 24 • 12:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: security images capture the start of the fire in the sculpture 'O Boi', in Maceió

Security footage shows the moment the sculpture 'O Boi' catches fire in Maceió, leading to partial destruction of the artwork.

Feb 24 • 09:48 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
World

Activists Hang New Work at the Louvre: 'Now He Sweats'

Activists have displayed a new artwork at the Louvre, prompting discussions about the intersection of art and activism.

Feb 23 • 18:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

In Prague, Dürer's Rosary Feast, one of the most valuable works in the Czech Republic, will be restored

The restoration of Dürer's Rosary Feast, an important artwork, will take place in Prague.

Feb 23 • 12:39 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

REVIEW ⟩ Not Rude: The Common Ground Between Family Relationships and Sadomasochism

A review of Lisette Lepik's unconventional artwork explores the surprising connections between traditional family dynamics and themes of sadomasochism.

Feb 23 • 09:56 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The Epstein Files Reveal: 'The Scream' Was Not the Only Thing He Bought That Year

The article discusses how Jeffrey Epstein acquired a significant and rare artwork at a Sotheby's auction in New York in 2012 for $40 million, raising questions about its ownership.

Feb 22 • 20:24 UTC

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