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Turning Waste into Art: Delhi’s Unique Message Ahead of G20 Summit

As the world gears up for the upcoming G20 Summit, Delhi is making a bold and innovative statement through a series of waste-to-art installations that will greet both tourists and delegates. Under the themes of “One Earth, One Family, One Future” and “Welcome to Delhi: World’s Largest Waste-To-Art City,” the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) […]

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Controversy Over Theft of Artifacts Forces British Museum Director’s Immediate Resignation

In a surprising turn of events, Hartwig Fischer, the director of the renowned British Museum, has announced his immediate resignation, cutting short his expected tenure. Fischer’s decision comes as a response to the escalating controversy surrounding the theft of objects from the museum’s esteemed collection, purportedly by a senior curator employed at the institution. Allegations

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Art Out of the Box: Transforming Everyday Items into Experiential Art

Introduction In an innovative fusion of creativity and functionality, the upcoming event “Art Out of the Box” is set to redefine the boundaries of contemporary art. This captivating exhibition is geared towards presenting renowned artists whose creations transcend traditional canvases, manifesting on everyday objects and items. With around 23 artists hailing from various corners of

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From Rising Soccer Star to Art Thief Extraordinaire: The Man Who Stole The Scream’s Tale of Crime and Redemption

In 1985, at just 18 years old, Pal Enger marked his debut in Norway’s Eliteserien, the country’s premier football league, playing for Valerenga. Little did the world know that his love for crime and a twisted sense of history would lead him down a path of audacious heists and eventual redemption. A Childhood Obsessed with

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Shanghai’s Long Museum Founders to Sell $150 Million Worth of Art at Sotheby’s

Introduction Renowned billionaire collectors Liu Yiqian and Wang Wei, founders of Shanghai’s prestigious Long Museum, are set to make a significant impact in the art world by selling an estimated $150 million worth of art through Sotheby’s auction. This move comes as a surprise, given their stature in the art scene. The Long Museum, which

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NBA Stars Jaylen Brown and Set Free Richardson Champion Art Investment and Cultural Education for Rookie Players

Introduction Earlier this summer, the NBA rookie class experienced an unconventional welcome party at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas. This event, called “Rookie One Court,” was not just a celebration but a strategic initiative conceived by Boston Celtics superstar Jaylen Brown and creative director Set Free Richardson. The duo, known for their involvement

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Unearthing Neolithic Treasures: Rock Bruising of a Bull and Prehistoric Figurines Found in Mahabubnagar

Exploring the Past: A Journey into History In a remarkable discovery that sheds light on the ancient history of the Indian subcontinent, archaeologists have unearthed a rock bruising, or etching, of a bull dating back to the Neolithic period. This invaluable find was made during an exploration at Musapet in the Mahabubnagar district by a

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Indian Academy of Fine Arts and Le Meridien Hotels Collaborate to Showcase Amritsar’s Art Landscape

In a remarkable initiative aimed at fostering the convergence of art and tourism, the Indian Academy of Fine Arts has formalized a pivotal partnership with the Le Meridien group of hotels. This strategic collaboration has given birth to a visionary flagship program designed to shine a spotlight on the vibrant art scene of Amritsar. The

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Security Lapse at Christie’s Exposes Artwork Locations: German Experts Uncover Vulnerability

Introduction: Experts Reveal Glaring Cybersecurity Gap Allowing Precise Artwork Location Data to be Published A significant cybersecurity vulnerability has been uncovered by German information security experts within the renowned auction house Christie’s safeguards. This flaw allowed the precise location data of artworks belonging to numerous consigners to be inadvertently disclosed on the auction house’s website.

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Stolen Artifacts from British Museum Valued at Upto $63,800 Offered on eBay for Mere $51

Introduction In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through the art world, it has come to light that at least one item stolen from the prestigious British Museum was offered for sale on the e-commerce platform eBay. The stolen artifacts, including gold jewelry and semi-precious stones dating back from the 15th century BC to

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