Arts - Page 2

January 21

World's most famous museum slams doors to visitors as employee revolt continues

The Louvre museum closed to tourists Monday due to employee strikes over pay and working conditions that have been disrupting operations since last summer.

January 13

OnlyFans stars and TikTok influencers are 'dominating' visas for their 'extraordinary ability'

OnlyFans stars and TikTok influencers are increasingly applying for O-1 "extraordinary ability" work visas that have been traditionally used by Hollywood celebrities.

January 9

Washington National Opera to depart Trump-Kennedy Center amid reported financial difficulties

The Washington National Opera will terminate its affiliation agreement with the Trump-Kennedy Center due to ongoing financial challenges that predate current leadership.

December 31

DAVID MARCUS: Five ways to make the Trump-Kennedy Center great in 2026

Performers are canceling shows at the Trump Kennedy Center over the venue's new name, but one critic sees opportunity with five bold suggestions.

December 27

Kennedy Center president demands $1M from jazz musician who canceled Christmas Eve show

Kennedy Center president seeks $1 million from jazz musician Chuck Redd after he canceled his Christmas Eve show over Trump renaming controversy.

December 9

Controversial 'OCTOBER 7' survivors play coming to Trump-led Kennedy Center after past threats

A new play documenting real survivor accounts of Hamas' horrific Oct. 7 attack on Israel is coming next month to the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.

December 6

Creative hobbies keep the brain young, study finds; here are the best ones to pursue

An international study of 1,400-plus adults reveals creative activities like music, dance and art make brains appear biologically younger than their actual age.

November 28

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.

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.

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.