Art
October 13, 2026

British Museum Extends Bayeux Tapestry Viewing Hours After Visitor Criticism

Waiting in line can be frustrating, regardless of how excited you are. Due to the overwhelming popularity of the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition at the British Museum, there has been criticism over just how long it takes for ticket holders to get inside, with some visitors waiting up to two hours to see the historic work and then feeling rushed once they finally make it in.

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Entertainment
October 12, 2026

Michael J. Fox Awarded Companion of the Order of Canada for Parkinson’s Advocacy

Michael J. Fox has spent decades entertaining audiences, but some of his most meaningful work has happened away from the screen. The Canadian actor was recently promoted to Companion of the Order of Canada, the highest civilian honor within the country, in recognition of his longtime advocacy for people living with Parkinson’s disease. Fox received the honor during a ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on October 2.

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Installation
October 11, 2026

Leandro Erlich Celebrates 10 Years of His Iconic Swimming Pool Installation With an Underwater Selfie

Artist Leandro Erlich, the creator of Swimming Pool (2016), has finally taken a selfie with his iconic work. It’s the 10th anniversary of the underwater installation, originally designed by Erlich exclusively for Museum Voorlinden, a contemporary art museum in Wassenaar, near The Hague. Since its inception, Swimming Pool has drawn viewers in with an immersive, mind-bending experience.

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