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Thousands welcome in Chinese Year of the Rat

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Bear in kitsch clothing

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The plinth parade

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London's winter wonderland

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Putting art on a pedestal

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Art for humanity's sake reveals sex trade horror

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Long queues greeted the launch of the latest artwork to take up residence in Trafalgar Square.... more

It's a Chemicals reaction

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3D disco gives square a new dimension

15.08.07
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Taking a pot-shot at the old masters

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Bollywood Square...

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Nelson's garden

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Square meal served-up at edible art feast

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