The British Museum is known for housing a vast collection of artifacts from across the globe. But what was the way some of these treasures were acquired? That’s where things get a little complicated.

A cultural powerhouse or a celebration of stolen artifacts from colonial times? The British Museum is a fascinating window into global culture—despite the problematic origins of many exhibits. ByDavid ...

The embroidered work, depicting the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, will go on display in London for the first time, on loan from France. By Jonathan Wolfe and Sopan Deb The embroidered work of ...