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Rare great white shark encounter off Maine coast captured in heart-stopping National Geographic photo

National Geographic has unveiled its Pictures of the Year, showcasing 25 stunning photos taken in 2025, including this shark image and more shots captured in the United States.

New York City November 10

Mamdani’s wife’s 'student sketchbook’ art is Hunter Biden effect all over again, says US artist

Artist Jon McNaughton compares Rama Duwaji to Hunter Biden, citing the NYC mayor-elect's wife's politically charged Instagram posts and black-and-white drawings.

Travel November 8

Louvre heist in broad daylight amid apparent security lapses puts global museums on alert

The heist at the Louvre highlighted the challenges of protecting highly valued works of art and other prized items, from the famous "Mona Lisa" theft in 1911 to modern museum heists.

Travel October 21

Louvre heist adds to history of high-profile museum breaches, leaves other galleries on edge

Museum security concerns rise after the latest Louvre robbery, as experts recall other major art thefts, including the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum's still-unsolved heist from 1990.

VIDEO October 19

DAYLIGHT ROBBERY: Officials investigating theft of Napoleon-era items from Louvre

Fox News reporter Stephanie Bennett reports on the Louvre theft investigation on ‘Fox Report.’

Charlie Kirk October 14

Faith-driven Mississippi artist honors Charlie Kirk with powerful portrait despite death threats

Mississippi artist Sam Ryan painted a viral portrait of Charlie Kirk for his memorial, gaining over a million followers despite losing 100,000 initially.

Media October 11

Vance, Musk call out Church of England for simulated graffiti art display on walls of UK's oldest cathedral

The Church of England defended its graffiti art display at Canterbury Cathedral after widespread mockery from Vice President JD Vance, Elon Musk and other critics.

Travel October 1

Art world masters fooled as police raid famous gallery after fake Dalís found

Authorities seized 21 forged Salvador Dalí pieces, including tapestries and drawings from a Parma exhibition, following a tip from the artist's foundation.

World War Two September 6

Nazi officer's daughter charged after stolen WWII painting spotted in real estate listing

Patricia Kadgien faces charges for allegedly concealing a $50,000 Giuseppe Ghislandi portrait stolen from a Dutch-Jewish art collector during World War II.

VIDEO September 6

Daughter of Nazi officer charged over allegedly hiding painting stolen during WWII

Patricia Kadgien, the 59-year-old daughter of Nazi officer Friedrich Kadgien, has been accused of attempting to hide an 18th-century Italian painting that was looted during World War II. (Credit: Reuters)

Media September 6

Fewer Harvard faculty members identifying as liberal, although staff still strongly left-leaning: Survey

A new Harvard Crimson survey showed the Faculty of Arts and Sciences remains overwhelmingly liberal, but is still trending in a less progressive direction in recent years.

Donald Trump August 19

Trump calls Smithsonian 'OUT OF CONTROL' and orders sweeping review of all museums and programming

Trump orders sweeping Smithsonian review after blasting museums as “woke," vowing to reshape exhibits to emphasize unity, progress and American exceptionalism.

VIDEO August 13

Trump praises Kennedy Center honorees as 'unbelievable talents'

President Donald Trump recognizes some of the 'greatest talents' as the Kennedy Center's 2025 honorees in Washington, D.C. 

Quizzes August 10

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on park pioneers and baseball bests

The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of park pioneers and baseball bests.

Melania Trump July 22

House Republicans approve renaming the Kennedy Center Opera House after Melania Trump

The Kennedy Center's Opera House may be renamed after Melania Trump following a House Republican committee vote, months after President Trump appointed himself chairman.

Travel July 11

Statue of Liberty mural intentionally placed in migrant city stirs up controversy

A controversial new mural titled "The Statue of Liberty's Silent Protest" in Roubaix, France, is generating heated responses worldwide and sparking debates about immigration.

Travel July 5

Ghost town brought back to life is now a thriving tourist magnet thanks to street murals

A small town in Italy has transformed itself from a declining community to vibrant tourist destination with 140 colorful murals, bringing new businesses through an annual street art festival.

Opinion July 3

Why are major museums pushing climate change instead of celebrating the spirit of America?

Major museums face scrutiny as the Smithsonian undergoes review to eliminate political bias. But climate change messaging and ideological content remain.

True Crime June 29

Rockefeller heir vanished in tribal waters after eerie last words

Michael Rockefeller's mysterious disappearance near an island inhabited by the Asmat people remains unsolved, with theories ranging from drowning to cannibalism

Donald Trump June 23

Democratic senators host Pride concert at Kennedy Center to protest Trump takeover

Five Democratic senators announced a gay pride concert on Monday in a symbolic protest of President Donald Trump taking over the Kennedy Center earlier this year.

Travel June 16

Museum staff leaves 'Mona Lisa' fans high and dry as Louvre shuts down without warning

The world's most visited museum, the Louvre, closes its doors as staff strike due to overtourism concerns, highlighting the "Mona Lisa" display, which attracts 20,000 visitors daily.

Travel June 12

Archaeologists uncover 4,500-year-old baby rattles that reveal ancient parenting techniques

The National Museum of Denmark recently announced the discovery of 19 ancient baby rattles in Syria, showing that some Bronze Age societies had commercial markets for children's toys.

Religion June 9

Rare medieval Bible returns to Israel for public exhibit after centuries-long journey

The 14th-century Shem Tov Bible is now being exhibited at the National Library of Israel, a year after a family bought it for a whopping multimillion-dollar sum.

MLB June 5

Mural honoring baseball icon Jackie Robinson defaced in Miami; police investigating

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick called vandalism of the art a "hate crime." A 7-year-old boy discovered Nazi symbols on the murals of the baseball legends.

Donald Trump May 30

Donald Trump fires National Portrait Gallery director for being 'strong supporter' of DEI

President Donald Trump dismisses Kim Sajet from the National Portrait Gallery, citing her support for DEI as inappropriate, amid a broader purge of officials opposing his agenda.

Lifestyle May 22

Abraham Lincoln's possessions sell for millions as bloodstained gloves top auction

Lincoln's assassination artifacts, including gloves and a "wanted" poster, fetched high bids at an auction to repay a loan by the Lincoln Presidential Foundation.

Melania Trump May 16

Melania Trump statue sawed off at the ankles and stolen in Slovenia

A bronze statue of Melania Trump was stolen in Slovenia. Created by Brad Downey and Ales Zupevc, it replaced a wooden version destroyed by arson in 2020.

Entertainment May 16

Kennedy Center promotes first explicitly pro-Christian feature in years as part of new ‘family-friendly’ focus

The Kennedy Center is seeking to expand its family-focused and pro-faith programming, starting with a special event June 1, a screening of the cartoon movie "King of Kings."

Donald Trump May 10

Sculpture depicting iconic Trump assassination attempt photo displayed in Oval Office

A bronze statue commemorating Trump's survival of the Butler, PA, assassination attempt was displayed in the Oval Office Friday, showing Trump raising his fist as Secret Service agents surround him.

Travel April 18

Secret 'Sistine Chapel' decked out with frescos in unlikely location

"Maine’s Sistine Chapel" or the South Solon Meeting House, in Waterville, Maine, is covered with 70-year-old fresco murals painted by artists in the 1950s.