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National Gallery in London Buys Work by Unknown Artist for M.

National Gallery in London Buys Work by Unknown Artist for $20 M.

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To celebrate its bicentenary, London’s National Gallery has purchased a curious altarpiece for $20 million that it was eyeing for decades. Titled The Virgin and Child with Saints Louis and Margaret and Two Angels, the painting dates from 1500-10 – and the artist is unknown. The acquisition was funded by the American Friends of the National Gallery of London and bought from a private collection in a sale brokered by Sotheby’s. The price represents a significant outlay for an unknown and unnamed artist, and reflects the quality, craftsmanship, and significance of the work. It’s thought the artist was either French or Netherlandish (from the Low Countries). The Virgin and Child with Saints Louis and Margaret and Two Angels was first documented in 1602 in Belgium, when it probably served as an altarpiece in a church in Ghent. Emma Capron, curator of early Netherlandish and German paintings at the National Gallery, who is responsible for the acquisition, said in a statement that the artwork is “full of iconographical oddities.” The Virgin and Child are positioned in …

Kelly Brook shares remedy to painful London Marathon injury: ‘Nothing prepares you for the chafing’

Kelly Brook shares remedy to painful London Marathon injury: ‘Nothing prepares you for the chafing’

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Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Kelly Brook is among the thousands of people taking part in this year’s London Marathon and, like many others, she’s encountered her fair share of injuries during her preparations. The 2025 London Marathon is underway today (Sunday 27 April) with event organisers hoping to break the record for the world’s largest marathon. Over 56,000 people have signed up to tackle the 26.2-mile course ahead of the 45th annual London Marathon, with many raising funds for charities and good causes. Speaking to The Sun about her training Brook, 45, admitted that she had to stock up on tubs of Vaseline ahead of the race after finding herself bleeding during training. She said: “I have gone through pots of Vaseline and on Sunday I was away. …

The London Bookstore Just Named the Most Popular in the Entire World

The London Bookstore Just Named the Most Popular in the Entire World

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Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. The London bookstore just named the most popular in the entire world I am more than a little suspicious of the methodology here (letting LLMs trolls TripAdisor reviews), but both Time Out and I get it: Daunt Books Marylebone just might the most romantic version of a bookstore. Stuffed to the gills, winding, bustling, in a charmingly quirky old building on platonically strollable (read: REALLY EXPENSIVE) street, this bookstore has you ready to have the kind of weekend afternoon browse so many of us covet. I was there a couple of summers ago and while I like a little more edge to my bookstores, I leaned over the balcony in the backroom and thought, ‘Ah. There it is.’ A Lifetime Reading Plan Ted Gioia is, as we once said on the internet, goals. He has built a following/community/professional life that lets him do what he wants and how he wants to do it. It should …

London is getting 570 ‘flat and flush’ sidewalk EV chargers

London is getting 570 ‘flat and flush’ sidewalk EV chargers

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Photo: Trojan Energy EV drivers in the Borough of Camden in London will soon see a major boost in sidewalk chargers, thanks to a new partnership between Camden Council and Scottish charge point company Trojan Energy. The council awarded Trojan Energy a contract to install over 570 on-street Level 2 EV chargers by 2026. The project kicks off with an initial rollout of 70 chargers in July 2025, with the rest coming as suitable locations are identified. This expansion builds on a successful trial from 2022, which received positive responses from local EV owners. Photo: Trojan Energy Trojan’s 22 kW chargers have a clever design—they sit “flat and flush” with sidewalks, meaning no bulky units cluttering up the pavement. Residents without driveways can easily “plug and play” using personal adapters, connecting their EVs to points linked via underground cables to a nearby cabinet. The chargers are grouped in clusters, increasing availability and convenience for drivers. Trojan launched an app last month that enables drivers to find chargers, check availability, and check charging history. The sidewalk …

Gangs Of London is back – here’s what you need to know | Ents & Arts News

Gangs Of London is back – here’s what you need to know | Ents & Arts News

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Gangs Of London is one of the most violent shows on television and has gripped audiences since its release in 2020. Definitely not for the faint-hearted, it follows undercover police officer Elliott Carter, played by Sope Dirisu, working in the heart of a top-level criminal organisation after infiltrating the infamous and powerful Wallace family. Now in its third season, familiar faces return, and new villains emerge as the battle to lead the criminal underworld rages on. Note: Mild spoilers ahead “Every year we’re trying to go a bit further,” Dirisu told Sky News. The London-born actor is the cop-turned-criminal whose life was turned upside down when his family were killed in a car accident. Season three delves into those events as Elliott takes on a new role among the gangs. “It’s a great testament to the response that we’re getting from our audiences that they want more of it. People are still engaged. There are some shows that don’t get to make a season three, so we don’t take that for granted at all,” he …

Wiltshire’s Blue Frontier marks 20 years ahead of London office opening

Wiltshire’s Blue Frontier marks 20 years ahead of London office opening

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Blue Frontier, the Wiltshire-based digital agency, has unveiled a new ‘Year of 20s’ initiative as the team mark 20 years in business. They’re planning to launch a series of research and development projects to develop new methods, processes and technologies, as well as offering work placements to local university students. The firm will also open a new office in London this summer, complementing its existing locations in Salisbury, Bristol and Southampton. James Fry, managing director, said: “A 20th anniversary is an extraordinary milestone for any business. “These initiatives have been selected to drive growth, promote personal development, support our communities and help offer more opportunity and progression for young people. “We hope to engage as many people as we can.” Source link

ON STAGE Will Premiere at Specially-Built Venue in London

ON STAGE Will Premiere at Specially-Built Venue in London

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Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. THE HUNGER GAMES: ON STAGE Will Premiere at Specially-Built Venue in London It looks like the IP-machine behind The Hunger Games took notice at how well Harry Potter and the Cursed Child done as a massive theatrical production. The Hunger Games: On Stage looks to be an equally staggering production, with a headline-grabbing bespoke new theater purpose built for it. Judging from the promo video, much of that bespokeness is to accommodate full-theater aerial stunts and action. Makes me wonder how/if a traveling production would be managed if this proves popular. 2025 Winners of the Newbery, Caldecott, King, Belpre & More Awards from the American Library Association The American Library Association administers the two most prestigioius awards in children’s books, The Newberry Medal (for children’s literature) and The Caldecott Medal (for picture books). Those winners, along with the other children’s awards the ALA conducts, were announced earlier this week. I know these have meant something …

Brooklyn Beckham and wife Nicola have Posh and Becks twinning moment during rare London visit

Brooklyn Beckham and wife Nicola have Posh and Becks twinning moment during rare London visit

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Brooklyn Beckham and his wife Nicola Peltz appeared to take a leaf out of David and Victoria’s book on Monday during London Fashion Week. The pair, who travelled to the British capital to attend the Burberry Winter 2025 show, had a twinning moment, opting to wear almost identical baggy trousers crafted from the brand’s iconic check material. © Getty ImagesThe pair donned matching trousers Brooklyn, 25, completed his ensemble with a matching zip-up jacket and a black sports cap, while Transformers actress Nicola, paired her trousers with an edgy leather jacket, skyscraper platform heels and a quilted leather bag. © Getty ImagesBrooklyn and Nicola paid a visit to the British capital She wore her raven locks in a half-up, half-down style and highlighted her features with rosy blush and a sweep of matte pink lipstick. Recommended videoYou may also likeWATCH: Nicola Peltz Beckham stuns in photoshoot BTS The pair’s twinning moment echoed some of David and Victoria’s memorable matchy-matchy looks, including their head-to-toe leather outfits which they wore to the Versace Club gala party back in 1999. …