The National Portrait Gallery and the National Gallery have come together to acquire the Portrait of Algernon Moses Marsden – with the help of his great-grandson Sir Martyn Arbib. The Victorian painting by Jacques Joseph Tissot, valued at £2.4 million, was at risk of leaving the UK when a temporary export bar was placed to allow time for a UK gallery or institution to … [Read more...] about Descendants of Algernon Marsden help save Tissot portrait of great grandfather for the nation
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Painting on show at Kirkcaldy Galleries after conservation work reveals secrets
Conservation work has revealed new secrets about a 16th-century painting that has gone on display for the first time since undergoing restoration. The Italian Renaissance painting of the Madonna and Child, painted in Florence in the 1520s, has been unveiled at Kirkcaldy Galleries in Fife, where it has never been exhibited before. During the restoration work, infrared … [Read more...] about Painting on show at Kirkcaldy Galleries after conservation work reveals secrets
Travel Weather: Heavy snow for Scotland and freezing nights forecast as Arctic winds hit UK
Temperatures are expected to plunge below minus 8C by the middle of the week with a warning of heavy snow in Scotland, the Met Office has forecast.Winds which are currently blowing from the east are expected to shift to the north bringing an Arctic chill to the country and below-average temperatures for the time of year. A yellow snow warning is in place for Wednesday which … [Read more...] about Travel Weather: Heavy snow for Scotland and freezing nights forecast as Arctic winds hit UK
Britain’s happiest places to live revealed
St Ives has been crowned Britain’s happiest place to live in an annual survey. The Cornish seaside town overtook Hexham in Northumberland to take this year’s top spot in Rightmove’s survey, having alternated with the market town for first place since 2019. Hexham was placed fourth in this year’s study. More than 21,000 people responded to Rightmove’s Happy at Home … [Read more...] about Britain’s happiest places to live revealed
Guest Post: Josephine Trotter’s Limited Edition Prints – “A Tribute to Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II”
The renowned British artist Josephine Trotter was so moved by the funeral of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II that she knew she must transfer her emotion onto canvas. Trotter produced a stunning, large-scale oil painting, “A Tribute to Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II,” which was so enthusiastically received that her studio has released a limited edition run of 250 giclée … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Josephine Trotter’s Limited Edition Prints – “A Tribute to Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II”
King praises Hockney’s beautifully chosen galoshes as he hosts national figures for Order of Merit Lunch
The King has praised David Hockney’s “galoshes” and revealed he cannot wait for the artist’s next project as he celebrated leading figures from the world of politics, science and the arts.King Charles gathered members of the prestigious Order of Merit for their annual Buckingham Palace lunch and welcomed an array of pioneers from broadcaster Sir David Attenborough to world wide … [Read more...] about King praises Hockney’s beautifully chosen galoshes as he hosts national figures for Order of Merit Lunch
Both Brian Coxes involved in hilarious hotel mishap
Both the actor Brian Cox and Professor Brian Cox found themselves struggling to check into a hotel due to their shared name.Scottish actor Brian Cox is known as the star of Succession playing Logan Roy, while Professor Brian Cox is a former musician turned physics professor who found fame presenting the BBC’s Wonders Of The Solar System. Speaking on BBC Breakfast on Friday, … [Read more...] about Both Brian Coxes involved in hilarious hotel mishap
Professor Brian Cox receives Hawking Fellowship at University of Cambridge
Professor Brian Cox spoke of his dedication to continuing much of Professor Stephen Hawking’s research after he was honoured with the Hawking Fellowship at the University of Cambridge.The 54-year-old is a professor of particle physics at the University of Manchester and a broadcaster, having presented a number of highly acclaimed science programmes for the BBC, including Forces … [Read more...] about Professor Brian Cox receives Hawking Fellowship at University of Cambridge
Wordle frustration lies behind Cambridge Dictionary’s word of the year – homer
The Cambridge Dictionary has revealed its word of the year for 2022 as “homer,” with editors crediting disgruntled Wordle players whose winning streak was ended by the unfamiliar American English term. Homer, an informal American English word for a home run in baseball, was searched for nearly 75,000 times during the first week of May when it was an answer in the online … [Read more...] about Wordle frustration lies behind Cambridge Dictionary’s word of the year – homer
Crumbs! Judges sample 500 entrants at Scotch pie championship
Judges have delivered their verdict on nearly 500 entrants at the world Scotch pie championship. The pies were judged by 60 professionals at the Carnegie Conference Centre in Dunfermline, Fife, who selected category winners as well as the ultimate winner – who will be crowned world champion in January. They judged the pies on their taste, touch, appearance and smell across … [Read more...] about Crumbs! Judges sample 500 entrants at Scotch pie championship
Sir David Attenborough research ship prepares for second voyage to Antarctica
The director of British Antarctic Survey warned that rising sea levels could hit capital cities around the world, as the RRS Sir David Attenborough prepares for its second voyage to Antarctica.The £200m polar research ship, home to around 30 crew and up to 60 scientists and support staff, will set sail from Harwich in Essex on Sunday. It is set to arrive at Rothera Research … [Read more...] about Sir David Attenborough research ship prepares for second voyage to Antarctica
Collins Dictionary names ‘permacrisis’ its word of the year for 2022
Collins Dictionary has named “permacrisis” as its word of the year after a period which has seen people live through war, inflation, climate change and political instability. The word, defined as “an extended period of instability and insecurity”, is one of the several terms on the 2022 list which has seen increasing usage due to the ongoing crises in the UK and across the … [Read more...] about Collins Dictionary names ‘permacrisis’ its word of the year for 2022
Travel Weather: Weather warnings in place as UK braced for rain and strong winds
Disruption is expected after the Met Office issued weather warnings across swathes of the UK for wind and rain on Monday night.Rain and strong winds are expected across parts of Northern Ireland, Wales and south-west England between 6pm and midnight, the weather service forecasts. It anticipates a “short period of very strong winds” with guest of 50-60 mph, perhaps hitting as … [Read more...] about Travel Weather: Weather warnings in place as UK braced for rain and strong winds
King’s Highgrove gardens inspire luxury womenswear collection
The King’s treasured gardens at Highgrove have become the inspiration for a fashion collection for the first time, with the creation of a new luxury womenswear capsule wardrobe. A glamorous pink silk evening dress reflecting the deep fuchsia of the monarch’s Highgrove rose and shaped in honor of the curves of the topiary along the Thyme Walk is among the outfits in the … [Read more...] about King’s Highgrove gardens inspire luxury womenswear collection
In Pictures: Fresh weather warnings as heavy rain causes travel disruption
Torrential downpours saw parts of London endure more than half-a-month’s rainfall in one night, leading to rush-hour travel disruption in parts of the South East of England.Some train and underground services were hit by cancellations and delays due to the heavy rainfall overnight into Thursday. And more disruption is expected, with new weather warnings issued for heavy … [Read more...] about In Pictures: Fresh weather warnings as heavy rain causes travel disruption
Travel Weather: Weather warnings of strong winds and heavy rain set to batter parts of UK
Strong winds and heavy rain will batter parts of the UK as November gets off to a blustery start.The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for wind and rain on Wednesday, with a spell of very windy weather expected to hit Irish Sea coastal areas before spreading to parts of northern … [Read more...] about Travel Weather: Weather warnings of strong winds and heavy rain set to batter parts of UK
Travel Weather: Blustery beginning to November as Storm Claudio brings high winds to Britain
Storm Claudio is set to bring gusty weather overnight, with winds in excess of 70 miles per hour possible in some coastal areas of England.The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind for the south until 8am on Tuesday, saying the weather could risk causing disruption. As well as strong winds in that area in the early hours of the morning, people across much of … [Read more...] about Travel Weather: Blustery beginning to November as Storm Claudio brings high winds to Britain
Dragons, Pokemon and Star Wars characters adorn UK’s pumpkins
Britons have been carving witches’ cats, fire-breathing dragons, and popular Star Wars characters into their pumpkins to celebrate Halloween.The country’s artistic talent has been on display as many have taken to social media to show off their spooky designs ahead of Monday. Children’s book author and illustrator Lydia Monks posted pumpkins carved by her partner, designer, and … [Read more...] about Dragons, Pokemon and Star Wars characters adorn UK’s pumpkins
Travel Weather: Above-average temperatures to continue over final October weekend
The UK will see above-average temperatures continue this weekend with London recording a potential high of 23C (73.4F) – well above the 15C (59F) average maximum for the month of October.The Met Office said the temperatures are “unusual but not exceptional” and there is some way to go before reaching the record high for October, which was 29.9C (85.82F) recorded in Gravesend on … [Read more...] about Travel Weather: Above-average temperatures to continue over final October weekend
Skygazers across UK enjoy ‘magical and unusual’ partial solar eclipse
Skygazers in the UK enjoyed a partial solar eclipse on Tuesday, which could be seen across Europe.In what was described by onlookers as a “magical and unusual” event, around 25% of the sun was blocked out from 10.08 am until almost midday in London as the moon passed between it and the Earth. Observers in western Siberia, Russia, had the best views, but the phenomenon … [Read more...] about Skygazers across UK enjoy ‘magical and unusual’ partial solar eclipse
Print of King’s painting of Balmoral snapped up for more than £5,000
A print of a watercolor by the King of Balmoral has been bought at auction for more than eight times its estimate.Thought to be the first time a print by a reigning monarch has been sold at auction, a private British collector paid £5,738 on Thursday so they could own the print, number 18 of 100. Hamish Wilson, the curator of Bonhams’ Scottish Home sale, said: “This charming … [Read more...] about Print of King’s painting of Balmoral snapped up for more than £5,000
Lowry masterpiece to remain free for public after sale to The Lowry arts centre
LS Lowry’s painting Going To The Match will remain free for the public to view after being bought by The Lowry arts center in Salford.The historic painting, depicting a bustling throng of people gathered at Burnden Park football stadium, former home of Bolton Wanderers, sold at auction for a record-breaking £6.6 million on Wednesday. The buyer has since been revealed to be The … [Read more...] about Lowry masterpiece to remain free for public after sale to The Lowry arts centre
The Spooky Fiver: Five Monsters of British Lore
October is the month when things go bump in the night. Vampires, werewolves, mummies, zombies, and more haunt the evening hours, but while these monsters certainly have their ties to British lore, the nations that make up the United Kingdom have their own original creatures to fear. From murderous goblins to leather-winged beasts, there are plenty of legendary monsters to … [Read more...] about The Spooky Fiver: Five Monsters of British Lore
Otter pup rescued from Tesco van’s engine compartment
An otter pup has been rescued from inside the engine compartment of a delivery van and reunited with her brother.The young female was seen being attacked by birds at the Tesco Extra store in Copdock, near Ipswich, on October 11, the RSPCA said. Seeking refuge, she ran to hide under the van and ended up in its engine compartment. It took an RSPCA inspector around an hour to … [Read more...] about Otter pup rescued from Tesco van’s engine compartment
Interest in reproduction of painting by the King ‘flabbergasts’ auctioneers
Auctioneers say they have been “flabbergasted” by the interest shown in a print reproduction of a painting by the King set to be auctioned off on Thursday.The print is number 18 in a limited run of 100 reproductions of a painting of Balmoral Castle by the King in 2001. It is thought to be the first time a print by a reigning monarch has been auctioned. Each reprint has … [Read more...] about Interest in reproduction of painting by the King ‘flabbergasts’ auctioneers
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