A fire, caused by a Ukrainian armed forces strike, has destroyed over 90% of the artwork and nearly all of the foreground installation at the Defense of Sevastopol of 1854-1855 panorama. Some surviving elements will be used in future reconstruction.
The 'Miracles Factory' interactive exhibition, celebrating the 90th anniversary of Soyuzmultfilm Studio, has opened in Moscow. It offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at animation, from sketches to modern technologies, aiming to unite generations.
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and Uzbek counterpart Abdulla Aripov visited the exhibition at the 5th Tashkent International Investment Forum. The forum showcases Uzbekistan's economic sectors and aims to attract foreign investment.
Norinco's display features advanced air defence systems, including surface-to-air missiles like the Sky Dragon 100 (100km range) and Yitian II (20km range), designed for layered defence. The company also highlights the SA2/LD76 anti-aircraft gun system, specifically targeting drones, cruise missiles, and precision-guided munitions.
Rosoboronexport will exhibit Russian advancements in drones, special forces equipment, and cybersecurity systems at an upcoming exhibition in Belarus. The display will highlight unmanned technologies, gear for special forces, and cybersecurity solutions, with discussions planned on new projects to enhance bilateral security.
Russia's new 'Sokol' unmanned aerial monitoring system, featuring a tandem X-shaped aerodynamic design for enhanced stability and accuracy, will be unveiled at the 'National Security. Belarus-2026' exhibition in Minsk from June 17-19. The drone is designed for day and night surveillance, including during rescue operations.
China's Norinco showcased a model of its drone manufacturing process at the Eurosatory exhibition in Paris. The display included a miniature assembly line for drones like the BZK-005E, which is reportedly used in Mauritania and Sudan.
India is making a significant impact at Eurosatory, the world's largest land and air-land defence exhibition in Paris, with 31 entities, including the Ministry of Defence, showcasing advanced technologies. This participation highlights India's growing ambition to be a major global defence supplier, supported by record export figures.
South Korea will participate in the Eurosatory 2026 defense exhibition in Paris to promote exports of its homegrown arms products. The event will feature displays from 12 small and medium-sized companies, alongside 21 other defense firms, aiming to attract overseas buyers.
Lotte Department Store is enhancing its 'immersive art content' by combining experiential elements with cultural content. The 'Urban Symphony Exhibition' at the Jamsil branch features media and painting, incorporating scents and offering special programs like 'Urban Night Docent' and 'Aroma Yoga Class'. The Main Branch also presents the 'Mindscape Gardener Exhibition' with oriental and Western paintings.
Tommy Fury defeated Eddie Hall via unanimous decision in a boxing exhibition bout in Manchester. Fury dedicated the win to his newborn son, Midas, and showcased his boxing skills against the significantly heavier former World's Strongest Man.
An exhibition titled "Establishing New Art: Historical Choices of Guangdong and Hong Kong Art Circles in the First Half of the 20th Century" opened at the He Xiangning Art Museum in Shenzhen on June 13. The exhibition features 127 original works and historical documents, exploring various art movements and creative trends from the period.
Changsha's Li Zijian Art Museum is hosting two concurrent exhibitions: the "2026 First Contemporary Chinese Gongbi Painting Exhibition" featuring 263 contemporary works, and the "Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasty Authentic Gongbi Painting Exhibition" showcasing 168 historical masterpieces. The dual exhibitions aim to create a dialogue between tradition and modernity in Chinese Gongbi painting.
An exhibition showcasing physical models of China's eight surviving Liao Dynasty wooden structures opened in Datong, Shanxi province on June 13. The exhibition highlights ancient architectural techniques and the cultural significance of these rare historical buildings.
Japanese sumo wrestlers are in Paris for an exhibition tournament, requiring extensive logistical planning. This includes ensuring Parisian tap water is suitable for their hair oil, reinforcing hotel and arena toilets, transporting 10 tons of special clay for the dohyo, and securing 200 kg of Guérande salt for rituals.
L'élite du sumo japonais revient à Paris pour un tournoi à l'Accor Arena les 13 et 14 juin, plus de 30 ans après leur dernière visite. L'événement, qui attend 25 000 spectateurs, inclut des animations culturelles pour faire découvrir les rituels de ce sport ancestral.
Turkey's Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy met with Italy's Minister of Culture Alessandro Giuli in Rome. They opened the "Troy and Rome" exhibition at the Colosseum Archaeological Park, highlighting cultural cooperation and historical ties between the two nations.
Russia cancels MAKS 2026 Air Show, reschedules Hydro Aviation Exhibition to September 2027 in Gelendzhik, and plans an international helicopters expo in Kazan for May-June.
Turkey's Minister of Culture, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, opened the "Troy and Rome: Ancient Mediterranean Myths, Legends, Stories" exhibition at the Colosseum in Rome. The exhibition features 221 artifacts, with 50 displayed for the first time, highlighting shared cultural heritage. Ersoy emphasized its importance for tourism and cultural promotion, noting the success of a previous exhibition at the same venue.
Turkey's Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy opened the "Troy and Rome: Ancient Mediterranean Myths, Legends, Stories" exhibition at the Colosseum in Rome. The exhibition, featuring 221 artifacts, aims to highlight shared cultural heritage and boost tourism.
An exhibition of heartfelt letters and souvenirs at the State Library of Victoria sparked memories of cassette tapes carrying voices of loved ones from Afghanistan and Pakistan. These tapes provided solace and connection during times of displacement and hardship, a tradition now echoed in modern digital communication.
Aviron company will present its Koshchey heavy drone, capable of carrying a 120 kg payload for 40 minutes, at the Innoprom exhibition in Yekaterinburg. The drone is currently in development.
Former World's Strongest Man Eddie Hall will face reality TV star and boxer Tommy Fury in a heavyweight exhibition bout in Manchester on Saturday. The fight, promoted by Misfits, highlights the growing trend of influencer boxing blurring lines between sport and entertainment.
Kazakhstan travel operators are targeting Hong Kong tourists at the International Travel Expo with unique packages to view rocket launches at the Baikonur Cosmodrome. This comes as new direct flights to the region are anticipated.
