Venice 2026: George Clooney to receive ‘Lifetime Achievement’ Golden Lion
The festival takes place in September.
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Dozens of artists withdraw from Venice Biennale awards in protest
It has been marred by political controversy.
Pussy Riot block access to Russia’s pavilion at Venice Biennale: “Russia kills! Biennale Exhibits!”
Russia are competing for the first time since 2022.
Venice Biennale jury resigns over inclusion of Russia
Russia are set to return for the first time since the invasion of Ukraine.
European Commission threatens to pull funding for Venice Biennale over Russia’s inclusion
It comes after Italy’s PM also condemned the Biennale’s decision.
Famous Giovanni Canaletto painting found to be created by his young nephew
Bellotto was just a teenager when he painted it.
Australian artist will no longer feature at next Venice Biennale due to controversial references to Hezbollah
Khaled Sabsabi kicked out of iconic art show
Abandoned Poveglia: the dark history of the most haunted island in the world
A quiet resting place or the world’s most haunted island?