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Taylor Brooker has embroidered landscapes for just under two years.

The French performer felt no fear as he balanced above the Sydney Harbour Bridge — until he spotted what the police were doing out of the corner of his eye.

"The arts have a transformative role in Belfast... where politics have failed, the arts have stepped in and provided people with a voice and a platform"

We asked the pros for a step-by-step guide to negative space nails - with plenty of design inspiration

Lebanon’s Sursock Museum has reopened to the public, three years after a deadly explosion in Beirut's port - set off by tons of improperly stored chemicals - reduced many of its treasured paintings and collections to ashes.

Lebanon’s Sursock Museum has reopened to the public, three years after a deadly explosion in the nearby Beirut port reduced many of its treasured paintings and collections to ashes

A massive stone sculpture carved by Olmec artists more than 2,000 years ago that evokes ancient religious beliefs has returned to Mexico after decades in the United States in a homecoming cheered by officials and scholars.

In its heyday, 1 in 4 Australians read the Women's Weekly, with the publication supporting women in journalism, including war correspondent Dorothy Drain.

The Codex Sassoon was purchased at a Sotheby's auction at $38.1 million, making it the most manuscript ever.

Peter Howson’s story is one of seeking dignity in human suffering and violence, and finding redemption; it is also uniquely Scottish. When The Apple Ripens, Howson’s retrospective at Edinburgh City Arts Centre (27 May-1 October), is a timely showcase to celebrate his 65th year.

It started when Evelyn and Mike Lopez were laid off from their jobs. Now, she runs the business. He and their son create body art. And the school helps women “get their foot in the door” of a male-dominated industry.