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Top 8 Photography Exhibitions in London for 2026
Plan your cultural year with our guide to the best photography exhibitions in London for 2026, featuring Nan Goldin, Tim Walker, and major shows at Tate Modern and the National Portrait Gallery.
Nan Goldin's seminal photo series on show in London
Nan Goldin's iconic photobook 'The Ballad of Sexual Dependency' is exhibited in its entirety for the first time in the UK at London's Gagosian gallery, exploring love, loss and a lost generation.
Degas & Churchill items in £59.7m UK cultural gift
A Degas pastel, Churchill's desk & a Vanessa Bell painting are among items worth £59.7m saved for the UK via Arts Council schemes. Discover the national treasures now in museums.
London art show shut by vandals with £15k repair bill
A London social justice art exhibition was forced to close early after vandals attacked galleries with a pickaxe, causing £15,000 of damage. Police have halted the investigation due to lack of evidence.
Scottish Budget: Winners, Losers, and Election Pledges
Scotland's draft budget for 2026-27 boosts child payments and cuts tax for low earners, while introducing new taxes on expensive homes and private jets. See what it means for you.
Sketch London reveals new art by Jonathan Baldock
London's iconic Sketch restaurant reveals a dramatic new art installation by British artist Jonathan Baldock, featuring 84 clay masks and surreal sculptures. Discover the Mayfair gallery's latest transformation.
Labour cronyism row over Portrait Gallery role
Labour risks a new cronyism scandal as it lines up outgoing Unison boss Christina McAnea for a trustee role at the National Portrait Gallery. Get the full story on the latest public appointments row.
SNP Cuts Tax for Low Earners in Scottish Budget
Scotland's finance minister announces tax cuts for lower earners and new spending pledges, drawing criticism from opposition and experts ahead of the Holyrood elections.
Readers' Best Photographs: A Global Visual Journey
Explore a breathtaking collection of Guardian readers' photographs, capturing moments from a -5C swim in Nottinghamshire to vibrant lupins in New Zealand. Discover the world through their lenses.
Football Weekly Podcast: AFCON Special on Morocco, Nigeria, Egypt
The Guardian's Football Weekly podcast delivers a deep dive into the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, analysing the fortunes of favourites Morocco, Nigeria, Egypt, and Senegal. Listen for expert insights on the tournament's biggest stories.
Sean Scully: The Abstract Painter Driven by Anguish
At 80, Sean Scully's new Paris exhibition reveals how a shattered childhood and personal loss fuel his powerful abstract art. The Irish-born painter discusses his quest to 'break hearts' through colour.
Museum removes plaque detailing Trump impeachments
Washington's National Portrait Gallery has altered the label on Donald Trump's portrait, omitting details of his two impeachments and the January 6 insurrection. Critics call it an attempt to sanitise history.
Smithsonian removes Trump impeachment references from portrait
The National Portrait Gallery in Washington DC has replaced a placard detailing Donald Trump's two impeachments with a brief label, sparking debate over historical record. Read the full story.
Remote iPhone Portrait Captures Perfect Moment 600 Miles Away
Discover how photographer Kelli Radwanski captured a magical, unplanned moment between a boy and his pig in Nevada from her office in Oregon using remote iPhone photography.
Daily Art Engagement Cuts Death Risk by 31%
New research reveals regular cultural engagement, like gallery visits or choir singing, significantly improves health and longevity. Discover why creativity should be a daily habit.
Saturday Quiz: Answers on Queen Victoria, Klimt & More
Dive into the answers for this week's brain-teasing Saturday quiz, covering topics from British history to Olympic sports and chart-topping music. How many did you get right?
National Trust bans volunteer over website spelling mistakes
A 71-year-old volunteer was blacklisted by the National Trust after sending a dossier of 400 hours' worth of spelling and factual errors from the charity's website to its director-general. Read the full story.
Dan Cruickshank's 'The English House' History Review
Architecture historian Dan Cruickshank's new book explores eight English houses from 1700s-1900s, revealing the human stories within their walls. Discover the history beyond bricks and mortar.
Man Utd's Ayden Heaven Picks England Over Ghana
Manchester United's rising star Ayden Heaven has decided to pursue his international career with England, despite interest from Ghana. The 19-year-old defender is impressing at Old Trafford.
Turner painting offers cancer patient profound moment of recognition
A Manchester woman's cultural awakening came through a JMW Turner print after a thyroid cancer diagnosis. Discover how art provided a mirror for her struggle and a path forward.
The Week in 20 Pictures: A Global Visual Snapshot
Explore a powerful visual summary of the past week's global events through 20 compelling photographs from around the world. Witness the stories that shaped our planet.
Gina's Portrait: The Viral Podcast Story Uncovered
Dive into the full story behind the viral 'Gina the Portrait' podcast episode. Discover the mystery, the art world intrigue, and the surprising truth revealed in December 2025.
Trump adds critical plaques to Obama and Biden White House portraits
Donald Trump has installed new, highly critical plaques beneath the official portraits of his predecessors, Joe Biden and Barack Obama, as part of sweeping changes to the presidential residence. Discover the controversial details.
Brooke DiDonato's Intimate Self-Portrait in a Fireplace
Photographer Brooke DiDonato reveals the story behind her viral self-portrait, 'Learned a Lesson Then Forgot It', shot in an Austin fireplace with a stray kitten. Discover the emotion and process.
Trump Admin: White House Ballroom a National Security Matter
The Trump administration argues a new White House ballroom is vital for national security, responding to a lawsuit aiming to halt the $300m project. Read the latest legal clash.
Photographer Martin Parr, chronicler of British life, dies aged 73
Celebrated British photographer Martin Parr, famed for his vivid and humorous chronicles of everyday life, has died at 73. Explore his iconic career and legacy.
Photographer Martin Parr dies aged 73
Celebrated British photographer Martin Parr, famed for his vivid and ironic depictions of everyday UK life, has died at his Bristol home aged 73. Discover his legacy.
Photographer Martin Parr Dies Aged 73
Martin Parr, the celebrated British documentary photographer famed for his vivid, humorous portraits of UK life, has died aged 73. Explore his legacy and most iconic works.
Ron Mueck's hyperreal art exhibition opens in Sydney
Hyperrealist sculptor Ron Mueck unveils a major new exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, featuring monumental and intimate works that explore the human condition. Discover the details.
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