The Kansong Art Museum in Seoul officially handed over two Qing dynasty lion sculptures to China, marking the implementation of a diplomatic agreement signed by Presidents Xi Jinping and Lee Jae Myung. The return symbolizes noticeably improved bilateral ties after a decade of strained relations.
Researchers at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad discovered that superworms (Zophobas morio larvae) can safely and efficiently clean animal skeletons for museum collections. This method avoids harsh chemicals and bone damage, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional techniques.
A Seoul museum returned two Qing Dynasty stone lion statues to the Chinese government, fulfilling a pledge made during a January summit. The statues, purchased in the 1930s by collector Jeon Hyeong-pil, symbolize cultural exchange and will be displayed in a Chinese national museum.
International architecture firm Herzog & de Meuron has donated over 200 archival items, including models and sketches, to Hong Kong's M+ museum. This second donation strengthens the museum's architecture collection and coincides with an exhibition on the firm's China projects, opening September 12.
New data from the Metropolitan Police shows a significant drop in neighbourhood crime and homicides in London, with the Mayor attributing success to record police funding and the Violence Reduction Unit. The report aims to counter online disinformation portraying London as a "lawless" city.
法國羅浮宮的阿波羅長廊在價值1.02億美元的王冠珠寶失竊9個月後重新開放，但展廳未展出任何珠寶。羅浮宮館長勒西柏表示，珠寶未來將移至館內更安全地點展出。法國文化部長佩加爾承諾將強化全國博物館維安。
The 3,400-year-old tomb of Amenhotep III, one of ancient Egypt's most powerful pharaohs, has reopened to the public after two decades of restoration. Located in the Valley of the Kings, the site's reopening on October 4, 2025, precedes the Grand Egyptian Museum's debut, aiming to boost tourism.
House Republicans sharply questioned Anthea Hartig, director of the National Museum of American History, over alleged 'woke ideology' and insufficient patriotism, echoing Trump administration criticisms. Democrats rebutted, defending museums' trustworthiness and accusing the GOP of trying to control historical narratives. Hartig defended the Smithsonian's nonpartisan mission.
Two Greek American tourists were stabbed near the Acropolis Museum in Athens on Tuesday morning. A man sustained serious arm wounds and a woman light leg injuries. Police detained one person, who reportedly suffered from psychological problems, while the popular tourist site remained open.
The Ripon Workhouse Museum reopens after a £2.8m redevelopment, offering an immersive experience of Victorian poverty. Visitors can explore the preserved site, interact with volunteers, and reflect on historical and contemporary issues of welfare and justice.
The Hong Kong Palace Museum and Uzbekistan's Islamic Civilisation Centre signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Hong Kong, aiming to foster cultural exchange through joint exhibitions, research, and training, following a recent delegation visit.
Two suspects in the €88m Louvre jewel heist claim the alleged mastermind was unhappy with the haul, believing more could have been taken. Abdoulaye N and Ghelamallah A detailed the burglary, including dropping Empress Eugénie's crown, and stated they were hired shortly before the event.
Un focolaio di legionellosi colpisce l'Upper East Side di Manhattan, con il Guggenheim Museum tra gli edifici sotto indagine per la presenza del batterio in una torre di raffreddamento. Le autorità sanitarie invitano alla cautela e a consultare un medico in caso di sintomi influenzali.
Museum Boijmans van Beuningen in Rotterdam recreated Wim T. Schippers' 1969 'Peanut butter floor' installation, using 800lb of peanut butter to honor the late Dutch artist's absurdist legacy. The work, displayed with his posthumous instructions, continues to provoke questions about art's nature.
Apple's Jon McCormack discusses the integration of AI in iOS 27's Photos app, emphasizing its practical application over mere novelty, with features that enhance photos by adding 'fake pixels'.
La Tapisserie de Bayeux, œuvre du XIe siècle, est arrivée au British Museum à Londres pour un prêt d'un an. Ce transfert historique, sous haute surveillance, vise à renforcer les liens culturels franco-britanniques.
En idé om ett svenskt musikmuseum har väckts i Västervik, en stad känd för sin musikaliska tradition och Visfestivalen. Museet syftar till att berätta historien om den svenska musiktraditionen, från tidiga artister till moderna exportframgångar.
En idé om att grunda ett svenskt musikmuseum i Västervik väcks till liv. Initiativtagaren menar att Sverige, som en stor musikexportör, behöver ett museum för att berätta om sin musikhistoria. Västervik valdes på grund av sin musikaliska tradition och som en stor turiststad. Museet ska tolka "det svenska musikundret" och dess utveckling.
A volunteer recounts a 16-week voyage aboard the Saga Farmann, a replica Viking trading ship, from Norway to Istanbul, using traditional methods and routes. The journey involved sailing rivers and seas, facing harsh weather, and fostering camaraderie among the crew.
La Tapisserie de Bayeux, œuvre du XIe siècle, est arrivée à Londres pour une exposition historique au British Museum. Ce prêt, financé par le Royaume-Uni, suscite des inquiétudes en France quant à la fragilité de l'œuvre.
US lawmakers John Moolenaar and Christopher Smith have requested the Justice Department and FBI investigate vandalism at the June 4th Memorial Museum in El Monte, California. The museum reported that unknown individuals broke in on May 31, spray-painted exhibits, and damaged property, causing serious damage.
Eine neue Ausstellung im LWL-Museum für Naturkunde in Münster zeigt vom 10. Juli bis 5. September Fossilien und Rekonstruktionen urzeitlicher Tier- und Pflanzenwelten Nordrhein-Westfalens über 400 Millionen Jahre.
The Smithsonian's secretary, Lonnie G. Bunch III, defended the National Museum of American History against a critical White House report that accused it of "institutional capture by a radical, activist ideology." Bunch stated the report is "not a fair characterization" and affirmed the museum's commitment to scholarship and accuracy.
La Tapisserie de Bayeux, emblématique œuvre du XIe siècle, a quitté Bayeux pour le British Museum de Londres, dans le cadre d'un prêt d'un an annoncé par Emmanuel Macron pour renforcer les liens culturels post-Brexit. Des experts craignent pour la conservation de l'œuvre, déjà fragilisée.
