India awarded 131 Padma Awards in 2026 to top achievers in medicine, art, and public service, including posthumous honors.

Iran displays warship mural warning U.S. amid rising tensions and military deployments.

The Smithsonian returns three stolen Hindu bronzes to India, keeping one on loan.

An Indigenous artist's whale artwork lit up the Sydney Opera House as Australia Day 2026 began with celebrations and protests over the holiday's legacy.

Composer Philip Glass canceled his symphony's premiere at the Kennedy Center over Trump's influence, citing conflicting values.

Sydney Sweeney denies being a political symbol, saying she only wants to focus on art and storytelling.

Kevin Couch resigned as Kennedy Center’s top arts programmer days after joining, adding to leadership instability.

A report reveals systemic class barriers in Greater Manchester’s arts, urging legal class protection and equity reforms.

Art dealer Marian Goodman, who shaped contemporary art globally, died January 22, 2026, at 97.

Madonna surprised fans at a Kent arts festival, hailing Margate as her "heaven" and boosting its cultural profile.