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Inside Lézard Graphique, the French workshop keeping printing traditions alive
Founded in 1979 near Strasbourg, where the printing press was developed, Lézard Graphique is making an art form of its tactile, time-tested processes.
To catch a thief: The ongoing dilemma for museums after high-profile heists
Recent raids on museums and galleries have exposed the limits of modern security methods. Andrew Mueller, our presenter for ‘The Foreign Desk’, offers a modest proposal.
The way that we consume the news has changed but we still need feel-good stories
Journalism needs its ’And finally...’ moment back because despite a changing media landscape, people still crave good news.
‘The mistakes are usually the best part’: Jack White on creating real art in a digital world
The prolific musician and artist’s first major solo show, ‘These Thoughts May Disappear’, is now on view at Newport Street Gallery in London.
In need of a sound night’s sleep? Curl up at Berlin’s 30-hour immersive music event
In a climate where attention spans are shrinking into bite-sized viral moments, a space made for the act of listening feels strangely rebellious.
Sorry to burst the vox-pop bubble but most people’s opinions aren’t news
Is vox popping citizens on the street really the best way to cover elections? A new study from Cardiff University suggests that broadcasters are overrepresenting the people to the neglect of policy.
Passion, obsession and a very pink David Beckham – the glories to behold at the Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea Flower Show has been taking place in London this week. It concludes today. I like gardens and plants, and can be persuaded to have a glass of rosé at lunchtime, so when…
Billionaire media mogul Vincent Bolloré casts a long shadow over Cannes film festival
Politics and cinema compete at Cannes as French film giant Canal+ blacklists hundreds of industry figures who petitioned against its right-wing owner’s growing creative control.
Finally! In London’s David Bowie exhibition the ‘immersive experience’ hits the right note
For years, immersive shows have meant overpriced projections and digital gimmickry masquerading as fine-art. But ‘You’re Not Alone’, a dazzling Bowie retrospective in London, will have you dancing in the street.
Amid ongoing controversy, the Eurovision Song Contest is ready to pop
Following tensions, boycotts and protests at recent editions of the song contest, this year could prove more fiery than ever – including on the dance floor. Here are five of our favourite entries.
