festivals and events
In pictures: Sony Photography Awards 2020Apr 22, 2020 • 1 min read
The World Photography Organisation has announced the shortlist and category winners in the 2020 Sony World Photography Awards Open competition.
Art and Culture
tvDavid Attenborough will help teach your kids geography at homeApr 22, 2020 • 2 min read
The renowned broadcaster is part of the BBC's "Bitesize Daily" educational home-schooling series in the UK.
historyThis incredible Shanghai church is now an eye-catching bookstoreApr 21, 2020 • 2 min read
A distinct and striking bookshop has been unveiled inside a historical church in Shanghai, allowing visitors to peruse the aisles of a modern store built into…
sportsChina's new eye-popping football stadium is one of the world's biggestApr 20, 2020 • 2 min read
As China eases lockdown restrictions work is underway on building the $1.7bn football stadium for Guangzhou Evergrande, one of the top teams in China's…
festivals and eventsSan Diego Comic-Con cancelled due to coronavirus pandemicApr 17, 2020 • 3 min read
Organizers have officially cancelled the the 50th annual San Diego Comic Convention 2020 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
artBerlin artists have turned their balconies into an art exhibitionApr 17, 2020 • 2 min read
Creatives in east Berlin exhibited work on their windows and balconies recently for a "zero-budget "exhibition.
historyVisit a 5000-year-old Egyptian queen's burial tomb virtuallyApr 17, 2020 • 1 min read
The tomb of Queen Meresankh III in Giza is among four historic sites that have opened for virtual tours.
wildlife and natureMarie Antoinette’s private garden at Versailles is being restoredApr 17, 2020 • 2 min read
The French queen’s grove is set to be freshly planted as part of a multi-year restoration project.
sustainable travelA huge environmental event has moved online for Earth DayApr 16, 2020 • 2 min read
It’s set to mark the 50th anniversary of Earth Day with virtual film screenings, panel discussions, interactive experiences, and more.
festivals and eventsFans are angry after Ticketmaster and Stubhub modify refund policiesApr 15, 2020 • 2 min read
Fans are angry at ticket sellers StubHub and Ticketmaster for changing refund policies during the coronavirus pandemic.
booksSan Francisco’s storied City Lights Books crowdfunds to stay afloatApr 15, 2020 • 2 min read
One of the world’s most famous bookstores launched a crowdfunding campaign in order to stop its doors from closing during the coronavirus outbreak.
disneyThis new Disney website will help to keep children entertained at homeApr 15, 2020 • 2 min read
Disney Magic Moments has been launched to allow adults and children to experience the magic of Disney from home.
musicWatch the cast of Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill musical thank frontline workersApr 14, 2020 • 2 min read
They performed as part of "Stars in the House," the live-streamed concert series created to support The Actors Fund .
artAround the world in coronavirus street artApr 10, 2020 • 0 min read
Covid-19 is the subject of topical, colourful and attention-grabbing street art, whether it is for artistic, educational or political ends
petsThis couple made an adorable art gallery for their gerbilsApr 9, 2020 • 2 min read
The Italian couple have created something particularly clever and engaging with their pet gerbils Pandoro and Tiramisù.
disneyGo behind the scenes with Disney's Imagineering tours and see how the magic gets madeApr 9, 2020 • 2 min read
Disney’s theme parks may be closed worldwide, but the company is giving its fans an online treat instead, welcoming remote visitors for virtual tours of the…
historyThese gorgeous independent movie theaters are in trouble, here's how you can help save themApr 9, 2020 • 2 min read
More than 150 independent movie theaters across the United States have temporarily closed to slow the spread of COVID-19. The Art-House America Campaign…
artMissed the Tim Burton exhibit in Vegas? Here's how you can see it before it's goneApr 9, 2020 • 2 min read
The director's fine-art exhibit in Vegas closed early due to COVID-19, but it'll live on in online form with the museum's first-ever virtual guided tour.
musicA star-studded benefit concert curated by Lady Gaga will celebrate healthcare workersApr 8, 2020 • 2 min read
A global fundraising TV and streaming concert on 18 April will feature major music stars and celebrities.
artA theatre designer is recreating famous artworks with her parents in lockdownApr 7, 2020 • 2 min read
Theatre designer Molly O'Cathain is recreating classic paintings by casting her own parents as the subjects.
historyBring the West End to your living room with this new streaming service from Andrew Lloyd WebberApr 6, 2020 • 2 min read
Andrew Lloyd Webber is bringing his Tony-award winning musicals to the masses with a YouTube channel where you can access shows like Cats, Evita and…
booksJ.K. Rowling launches 'Harry Potter at Home' to keep young wizards and muggles entertainedApr 6, 2020 • 1 min read
Wizards and muggles alike should enjoy this hub of information and activities for parents, children and carers.