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The Independent reports the White House posted a clip praising the gilded Arts of War and Arts of Peace statues near the Lincoln Memorial while leaving out critical reviews, prompting accusations of deceptive editing and underscoring Trump’s broader DC makeover narrative.
Newly regilded at the east end of the Arlington Memorial Bridge, the Arts of War and Arts of Peace statues were covered in 23.75-karat gold leaf as part of a $5.1 million restoration under the Make DC Safe and Beautiful Again initiative, drawing mixed reactions—from praise of the shine to criticism that it looks gaudy.
A life-sized bronze statue of Thomas Jefferson was secretly installed in the White House Rose Garden last week as part of Trump’s Rose Lawn makeover, reportedly unseen by the public. The 7-foot, 700-pound statue—created 25 years ago by George Lundeen—joins four existing statues and is loaned, like others, by GOP donor Harlan Crow. The move has drawn scrutiny about Trump’s use of classical statues and its echoes of authoritarian-style monuments.
In DC’s Freedom Plaza, a newly installed statue of Caesar Rodney—described as a signer of the Declaration of Independence and an enslaver—has sparked conversation about whom public monuments honor, with the post hinting at more statues to come and prompting reflection on how history is publicly displayed.
First 4 Figures announced two Sonic Adventure 2 statues—one of Sonic and one of Shadow—with pre-orders starting April 23, 2026, described as a tribute to the famous rivalry.
Statues of Cesar Chavez are coming down, streets bearing his name are being renamed, and murals bearing his likeness are being covered across California as officials distance public spaces from his legacy amid renewed scrutiny sparked by sexual-misconduct allegations reported by The New York Times. In Fresno, Chavez’s name was removed from a major boulevard; in San Fernando a statue was removed; at Santa Ana College murals with Chavez’s image were covered. Reactions are mixed, with supporters arguing history is being erased and opponents saying honors should reflect accountability; officials say more institutions are likely to follow as they review monuments, murals and street signs. Chavez, co-founder of the United Farm Workers, died in 1993; allegations concern alleged abuse of girls in the late 1970s.
Nintendo’s mobile runner Mario Run is hosting a limited-time event through April 3, 2026 to celebrate the Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park DLC. Players earn stamps by performing actions in Toad Rally, triggering a Wonder Flower that turns coins into Gold Goombas. Defeat 30 Gold Goombas to earn a stamp, with four Stamp Cards offering in-game statues of SMB Wonder characters: Flower Mario, Captain Toad & Plucky, Luigi & Toadette, and the Koopalings. 20 stamps unlock each card’s statue, adding decor for your kingdom.
A new memorial in St. James’s Park, London, designed by Foster + Partners, will feature a tiara-inspired glass bridge, statues of Queen Elizabeth II, and an audio installation, celebrating her legacy with a blend of tradition and modernity, at an estimated cost of up to $62 million.
The article discusses NFL players who are worthy of having statues outside their team stadiums, highlighting Tom Brady's upcoming statue at Gillette Stadium, and suggesting other players like Aaron Donald, Marshawn Lynch, J.J. Watt, Larry Fitzgerald, and others who could also be honored with similar tributes for their impactful careers.
Kim Mulkey, coach of the LSU Tigers women's basketball team, was one of six legendary athletes honored with statues at Louisiana Tech. The other honorees included Karl Malone, Teresa Weatherspoon, Terry Bradshaw, Willie Roaf, and the late Fred Dean. The statues are part of the redesign of Joe Aillet Stadium, and Mulkey, a Louisiana native, played for championship teams at Louisiana Tech before becoming a successful coach at Baylor and LSU.
Diablo 4 players can find 34 Altar of Lilith Statues in the Hawezar region, each providing unique buffs such as Willpower, Strength, Intelligence, and Dexterity. These permanent buffs can help maximize a character's potential, making it beneficial to track down all the statues. The locations of all the statues are listed in the article, and a video guide is also available for visual assistance.