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Race to save Sudan's plundered heritage as museums fall victim to war

In almost three years of civil war in Sudan, the country's museums have been ravaged, with thousands of its archaeological treasures looted and feared trafficked. Researchers in Sudan and beyond are racing to catalogue and recover the losses, estimated at $110 million.

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Artes Mundi 11 review – smug, stagey, up-itself nonsense for art world wazzocks

Six international artists vie for the prize – and none of them seem interested in engaging visitors. I had more fun on Llandudno pier’s ghost train

The Guardian - UK

Human Ancestor Lucy Gets First European Showing In Prague

The 3.18-million-year-old bone fragments of human ancestor Lucy, which rarely leave Ethiopia, will go on display in Europe for the first time Monday at the Czech National Museum in Prague.

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Stories behind museum’s Gaelic objects to be told in new project

It is a collaboration between National Museums Scotland and Sabhal Mor Ostaig, the National Centre for Gaelic Language and Culture.

The Independent UK

Time machine to Pompeii: blockbuster opens in Australia

History-buffs can walk the streets of ancient Pompeii in a multi-sensory summer blockbuster at the National Museum of Australia.

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‘Confronting and compelling’ artefacts from ancient Pompeii to go on show in Canberra blockbuster

Digital projections and household objects at the National Museum of Australia offer a glimpse into lives of everyday people from 2,000 years ago – and the tragedy that befell them

The Guardian - AU

Ancient Pompeii blockbuster headed to National Museum

Many of the items on show have never been outside Europe.

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Tens of thousands of artefacts looted from Sudan museum, says official

Thefts at Khartoum’s National Museum, one of most important in Africa, took place in region controlled by Rapid Support Forces group

The Guardian - UK

Family festival at National Museum of Flight to celebrate all things circular

THE National Museum of Flight will launch a brand-new family festival celebrating all things circular.

The National (Scotland)

What do a sandwich and a note from Bob Hawke have in common?

Sometimes, simple objects can tell us some amazing stories.

The Canberra Times

Tony Armstrong Is Curating A Free Exhibit In Canberra Ft. A Bunch Of Extra-Ordinary Things

A vintage ute, a boxing trophy and an Australian heartthrob walk into the NMA…

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More than 90% of cultural heritage was rescued from Danish stock exchange fire, government says

As fire tore through Copenhagen’s Old Stock Exchange in mid-April, many residents of the Danish capital rushed toward the flames and emerged carrying paintings, sculptures, and other important items from Denmark’s cultural heritage

The Independent UK

Mr Squiggle, the man from the moon, lands at the National Museum

The iconic children's character will be on show from May 16.

The Canberra Times

Artes Mundi 10 review – an exotic plunge into broken, borderless worlds

From the marshlands of Iraq to a beach in Bougainville, this Wales-wide art extravaganza feels like a passport to the entire planet

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Museums can act as mediums for global cultural exchange: PM Modi

The International Museum Expo is being organised as part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, to celebrate the 47th International Museum Day.

Evening Standard

New Tate Modern Director announced as Karin Hindsbo, Director of the National Museum in Oslo

Hindsbo oversaw a major consolidation of five national organisations in Norway, so knows a thing or two about big venues

The Guardian - UK

‘Beyond excited’: Head of Norway’s National Museum named new Tate Modern director

Karin Hindsbo vows to ‘continue the magnificent work being done’ at the landmark London venue as she prepares to replace Frances Morris in September

The Canberra Times

The First Nations artists who defined 'belonging' for new exhibition

"What we have here is an incredible survey of time and place."

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Federal budget to boost funds for cultural institutions

Nine key cultural institutions, including Old Parliament House and the National Gallery of Australia, will receive more than half a billion dollars in funding.

The Independent UK

Oldest reference to Norse god Odin found in Denmark treasure

Scientists have identified the oldest-known reference to the Norse god Odin on a gold disc unearthed in western Denmark in 2020

ABC News

Spears taken by Captain Cook in 1770 to be returned to Sydney's La Perouse Aboriginal community

Only four spears remain out of dozens taken by the HMB Endeavour's crew during the landing at Kurnell — now they will be given back to the local Aboriginal community.

Bangkok Post

Treasures of the past

While standing inside the recently opened Ayutthaya Gold Treasure Exhibition Building at the Chao Sam Phraya National Museum, visitors may picture a gloomy night in September 1957 when robbers robbed the vault that was hidden beneath Wat Ratchaburana's main Phra Prang. When digging further, they discovered a glowing three-floor gold…

The Conversation

100 years of the BBC in Wales: an uneasy start and unclear future

Three months after the BBC’s first transmission from London, public service broadcasting in Wales began at 5.00pm on February 13 1923. The small studio above a cinema in the centre of Cardiff also served audiences in the west of England. This may explain the very limited amount of Welsh language…

The Guardian - UK

Daleks, daemons and Bagpuss: 100 years of the BBC in Wales

BBC 100 in Wales exhibit tells story of development into a bilingual institution with international reputation

The Canberra Times

The 2023 Australians of the Year and the objects that define them: Museum opens new exhibition

The exhibition includes significant objects chosen by the eight 2023 Australian of the Year state and territory recipients.

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