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Is Anish Kapoor�s exhibition suitable for a first date?

29.09.09

They are candid, provocative - and totally at odds with each other. Our resident 'sexperts' offer conflicting advice on Londoners' sexual dilemmas... ... more

Madejski receives knighthood and Higgins awarded MBE

12.03.09

Reading chairman Sir John Madejski was formally knighted by the Princess Royal at Buckingham Palace for his charitable services... more

Art students compete for giant canvas in Mayfair

02.01.09

One lucky art student is to have their work displayed on a giant canvas in central London... more

Sarah Harding's legging over to Camden

19.12.08

Looks like Sarah Harding has been taking fashion tips from fellow Girls Aloud Cheryl Cole with these shiny PVC leggings.... more

Fine dining that forgets to feed us

16.12.08

Flash is a pop-up restaurant that has blinked itself into existence for 80 days only... more

Byzantium show guards secret of the 'Holy Grail'

21.10.08

Priceless artefacts spanning 11 centuries will go on display in the first major British exhibition on the Byzantine Empire for 50 years... more

RA reveals secrets of the artists' best friend

30.09.08

The vital role of a French dealer in championing artists such as Joan Miró, Alberto Giacometti and Georges Braque will be examined in an exhibition... more

Great Days Out: S-Z

22.07.08

Here is the last segment of the A-Z of fun things to do this summer from dressing up as pirates to the new British Musuem blockbuster exhibition about Hadrian the Roman Emperor.... more

London's must-see art exhibitions

09.07.08

From Damien Hirst to C�zanne, there are several must-see exhibitions on this summer.... more

Is romance on the menu? Another lunch date for Lily Allen and ex Ed Simons

06.06.08

Lily Allen and her former boyfriend, Chemical Brothers star Ed Simons, were spotted enjoying yet another lunch date yesterday.... more

Don't wait until I get you home: Passionate Tania Bryer enjoys a ten-minute kiss...in the street

05.06.08

Tania Bryer, 46, is clearly enjoying love the second time around, as she grabbed her boyfriend for a passionate kiss - barely coming up for air for ten minutes... more

'My gin, bubbly, beer and vodkas were spiked,' insists Lily Allen after being carried out of awards

05.06.08

Lily Allen says her drink may have been spiked after she had to be carried out of the Glamour Women Of The Year Awards on Tuesday night.... more

Jaime takes fashion inspiration from Minnie Mouse in a huge spotted bow

05.06.08

Jaime Winstone appeared to take her fashion inspiration from Minnie Mouse when she was seen out wearing a huge spotted hair bow.... more

The capital's must-see Spring exhibitions

13.03.08

From Renoir and Picasso to Tutankhamun to the Terracotta Army, Daralyn Danns and Niki Chesworth check out the must-see exhibitions this Easter.... more

Where to go for Mother's Day

27.02.08

The one thing guaranteed to keep your mother happy this Mother's Day is afternoon tea, says Liz Hoggard.... more

Tube chiefs ban 'Fat Christ' poster at Angel

14.02.08

A poster for a new play starring Abi Titmuss has been banned from the Tube because it could offend... more

Naked Venus banned from the Tube

13.02.08

A portrait of a naked venus has been banned from London Underground stations after worries it will offend commuters... more

Why I am leaving the Royal Academy

05.02.08

In his first interview since announcing his departure, Sir Norman Rosenthal talks about leaving the institution he still loves.... more

Are the Russians coming?

20.12.07

Academy blockbuster in doubt as export licences are blocked... more

Big name, small display

23.10.07

The Royal Academy's exhibition, An American's Passion For British Art: Paul Mellon's Legacy, impresses the viewer with its riches.... more

Enjoy small moments of pleasure at summer exhibition

14.06.07

The Chapman Brothers and David Hockney are among the artists showing at this year's Royal Academy Summer Exhibition... more

Emin is made a Royal Academician

29.03.07

Shock artist Tracey Emin has been made a Royal Academician at highbrow institution the Royal Academy of Arts.... more

National Gallery boss quits for Royal Academy

28.03.07

The director of the National Gallery is quitting after reports of clashes with his board chairman.... more

Critic's choice: Top 5 exhibitions

22.02.07

An exhibition spotlighting the beginning to Andy Warhol's career is among the must-see shows and it's your last chance to see Max Penson's photography at Somerset House.... more

Critic's choice: Top 5 exhibitions

08.02.07

Tino Sehgal presents his final instalment of a trilogy of exhibitions, the Tate Britain hosts a dauntingly comprehensive Hogarth exhibition and it's your last chance to see The Past From Above.... more

Critic's Choice: Top 5 exhibitions

01.02.07

A gangly palm tree fills the White Cube's West End space, At Home is hard to resist and The Wallace Collection celebrates Francesco Xanto Avelli.... more

The experts' guide to the Frieze

10.10.06

With 250 artists on show, navigating London's most exciting art fair is daunting. We asked the professionals who they would be looking for.... more

Rodin the ladies' man

25.09.06

Auguste Rodin's ecstatic figures, on show at the Royal Academy from tomorrow, speak to everyone, stirring the loins and lifting the spirits, says Brian Sewell.... more