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The medieval graffiti, dated back to the 1790s, features over 50 images scratched into the wood.
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The IndependentStolen Titian painting found at London bus stop put up for auction
Christie’s says piece, stolen from Longleat estate in 1995 and found in a plastic bag seven years later, expected to fetch upto £25m
- People
Tony Mordente, “West Side Story ”Actor, Dead at 88
His death was confirmed to PEOPLE by his daughter, Lisa Mordente
- The Hollywood Reporter
Tony Mordente, Original ‘West Side Story’ Actor on Stage and Screen, Dies at 88
Tony Mordente, the actor, dancer and choreographer who starred in the original Broadway and big-screen versions of West Side Story before carving out a long career as a TV director, has died. He was 88. Mordente, who lived in Henderson, Nevada, died Tuesday, his family announced. Mordente also worked on Broadway as an actor, understudy …
- Eastern Daily Press
Norfolk carpenter honoured with OBE for services to national heritage
A carpenter from Hingham, Norfolk, is being recognised for his services to national heritage with a highly distinguished honour.
- CBC
St. John's-born publisher brings comic book company back home
Andrew Benteau founded Black Panel Press in 2017 while living in New York City. He recently relocated his company from Toronto to his hometown, St. John’s. (Elizabeth Whitten/CBC)From New York to Montreal, Toronto and, finally, St. John's — a comic book publisher has brought his roaming company back home with plans to expand the business.Andrew Benteau's career in comics has brought him to France, the United States and Brazil. But throughout his travels, he says, feeling homesick has led him bac
- The Guardian
L’Amore Del Cuore (Heart’s Desire) review – enticing Italian take on Caryl Churchill
This gnomic production of Churchill’s 1997 play, about a couple awaiting their daughter’s return, is packed with confusions and curveballs
- Deadline
Pete Townshend To Join ‘The Who’s Tommy’ Cast For ‘Pinball Wizard’ On Tony Awards; Nicole Scherzinger To Perform In Memoriam Segment
Rock icon Pete Townshend will not only introduce the musical performance of The Who’s Tommy cast, but will take part in it: Deadline hears that Townshend and the Tommy cast are set to perform “Pinball Wizard.” Townshend was previously announced as a presenter on the broadcast. He previously joined the Broadway cast on the March …
- The Guardian
One Single Action review – two dancers in powerful, disturbing synergy
Lucy Guerin’s experimental, whip-smart choreography focuses on a singular endeavour that will linger in the mind
- People
Renaissance Painting Once Found in a Plastic Bag at a Bus Stop Could Sell for $32 Million at Auction
Italian artist Titian's 'The Rest on the Flight into Egypt' painting is going up for auction in July
- Swindon Advertiser
Young dancers wanted for Cinderella pantomime in Swindon
Young dancers are wanted to perform on stage in Swindon in a Cinderella pantomime.
- PA Media: Entertainment
Imelda Staunton praises ‘all the great Dames’ as she joins their ranks
She joins a list of stars including Helen Mirren, Maggie Smith and Judi Dench who have also been made Dames.
- PA Media: Entertainment
Tracey Emin says damehood marks another surprise twist in her life
The artist has become known for her autobiographical and confessional work.
- Robb Report
This $17 Million Penthouse Overlooks N.Y.C.’s Billionaires’ Row
The three-bedroom perch atop One Beacon Court, complete with a private sauna and a plunge pool, belongs to supercar collector Michael Fux.
- Manchester Evening News
Karen's Diner owners close Trafford Centre restaurant after less than a year
A musical-inspired diner has now closed, alongside the Karen's Diner venue in Prestwich
- The Conversation
National Gallery at 200: in praise of Artemisia Gentileschi’s Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria
Gentileschi’s self-portrait is an astonishing work of confidence and serenity by an artist who has become a beacon of feminist empowerment.
- The Independent
Two leading ladies of the arts to be made Dames
Artist Tracey Emin and philanthropist and author Hannah Rothschild are set to be awarded damehoods in the King’s Honours List
- CBC
This St. John's artist is restoring war memorial statues to their original elegance
Morgan MacDonald is restoring the bronze statues that dominate the Newfoundland National War Memorial to their original elegance, and this well-known St. John's artist says he's honoured to have such a privilege."This is a historic event for Newfoundland. It's only going to happen once and to be this fortunate to witness this is an incredible honour," MacDonald said on Thursday as he stood in the shadow of the century old cenotaph that overlooks St. John's harbour.The war memorial property is un
- People
“Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing ”Competition Will 'Weed Out the Weak' as Survivalists Fight to Stay Alive (Exclusive)
“It’s every survivalist for themselves,” one person says in PEOPLE’s exclusive first look at a teaser for the new season
- Hello!
Prince William and Kate release emotional behind-the-scenes footage featuring tender moment with Princess Charlotte
Prince William and Kate Middleton have released an emotional behind-the-scenes video featuring tender family moment with Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Prince George...
- Manchester Evening News
Mum, 42, fighting for her life in Spain after family holiday turns to horror as they prepared to fly home
Stephanie Williams' family are facing a staggering hospital bill as she remains in a 'very critical condition in intensive care' having collapsed hours before flying home