‘Barefoot bookseller’ sought to run island bookshop in Maldives
Luxury resort says island is virtually Covid-free and wants a live-in book lover to provide guests with bespoke help for their ‘reading journeys’
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Bamboo airports and psychedelic oil refineries: Richard Rogers’ thrilling legacy
The visionary architect behind some of the world’s favourite landmarks – and some of its most expensive housing – is hanging up his pencil. Our critic assesses his impact
Tate Modern reopening – We’ve never needed these unsettling visions more
The best modern art was made in times of crisis and terror, meaning this museum has never been a relaxing visit. But where better to discover the true meaning of a changed world?
It’s a botch-up! Monkey Christ and the worst art repairs of all time
As another religious painting restoration goes horribly wrong, we take a look at some of the finest examples of butchered statues, art installations and frescoes
Cannes selects lineup for 2020 edition after ‘physical’ festival shelved
Wes Anderson, Steve McQueen and Kate Winslet among the big names of films Cannes plans to present at other festivals later in the calendar year
Walking to infinity: my virtual odyssey through Britain’s finest art
In a series of short films, Jonathan Jones takes a therapeutic virtual tour of some of the greatest treasures in our locked-down museums, from Rothko’s cosmic grandeur to Turner’s eternally hopeful sunrise