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Ukrainian artist creates art by sculpting with war debris: 'Translating the pain'

February 23, 2024

Ukrainian artist creates art by sculpting with war debris: 'Translating the pain'

Ukraine's most famous sculptor Mikhail Reva said he felt compelled to create the art that represents Ukraine's suffering after a Russian missile crashed into his home.

On this day in history, February 23, 1945, US Marines raise American flag on Iwo Jima, seen in stunning photo

February 23, 2024

On this day in history, February 23, 1945, US Marines raise American flag on Iwo Jima, seen in stunning photo

Six United States Marines raised the American flag over Iwo Jima in World War II on this day in history, Feb. 23, 1945. Heroic photo of the moment still grips Americans.

Ohio library book is returned nearly a century after it was due: 'Even has a very neat little bookmark in it'

February 18, 2024

Ohio library book is returned nearly a century after it was due: 'Even has a very neat little bookmark in it'

A woman in Ohio recently returned a library book that she discovered at her great aunt's house. The book of poetry had been due back to the library 93 years ago in Nov. 1931.

London mayor under fire for reportedly snubbing queen statue in favor of art celebrating trans prostitutes

February 18, 2024

London mayor under fire for reportedly snubbing queen statue in favor of art celebrating trans prostitutes

London Mayor Sadiq Khan is facing backlash after approving art installations for the Fourth Plinth, including an art piece celebrating trans sex workers, instead of the queen.

On this day in history, February 18, 1931, award-winning American author Toni Morrison is born in Ohio

February 18, 2024

On this day in history, February 18, 1931, award-winning American author Toni Morrison is born in Ohio

On this day in history, Feb. 18, 1931, American author and Nobel Prize winner Toni Morrison was born in Lorain, Ohio. Her book "Beloved" became a major bestseller.

Artist threatens to destroy Picasso, Rembrandt, Warhol masterpieces with acid if Julian Assange dies in prison

February 14, 2024

Artist threatens to destroy Picasso, Rembrandt, Warhol masterpieces with acid if Julian Assange dies in prison

An artist in France said he will destroy up to $45 million worth of artwork by Rembrandt, Picasso, Andy Warhol and others if WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange dies in prison.

Works of Dutch master Frans Hals now on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam

February 13, 2024

Works of Dutch master Frans Hals now on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam

Frans Hals is the latest 17th century Dutch master to feature in a major exhibition at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, following recent showings of the art of Rembrandt and Vermeer.

Slain artist pens foreboding post before old classmate with murder manifesto allegedly stabbed her 37 times

February 12, 2024

Slain artist pens foreboding post before old classmate with murder manifesto allegedly stabbed her 37 times

Police said they found the suspected killer's manifesto that he allegedly "followed step by step" when he allegedly stabbed his former high school classmate 37 times

Taylor Swift fans are upset over unofficial merch crackdown: 'Such a bummer'

February 8, 2024

Taylor Swift fans are upset over unofficial merch crackdown: 'Such a bummer'

"Swifties" appear disappointed as unofficial Taylor Swift products have apparently been removed from Etsy, where fan-made merchandise is sold on the e-commerce site.

New Hampshire town manager resigns over anti-gay controversy

February 6, 2024

New Hampshire town manager resigns over anti-gay controversy

The town manager of Littleton, New Hampshire, where the population has grown more diverse, resigned in protest of anti-LGBTQ sentiment from a member of the town board and others.