Wendy Statue Model Meets Her Bronze Self After 60 Years

Since the 1960s, a bronze Peter Pan statue by sculptor Sir Cecil has stood in Dunedin Botanic Gardens, New Zealand. Katherine Lee, who posed as Wendy at age 9, went on to study at Oxford, run a small opera company, and eventually became a director of policy at the Ministry of Justice, receiving honors along the way. Now 68, Lee visited the statue for the first time earlier this week. A talk was also held at the gardens on Sunday. 'It was very nostalgic—like coming home,' she said.

2026.02.02　RNZ　New Zealand

Night of Museums Opens Doors Across Croatia

On January 30th, museums across Croatia will open their doors for a special evening event. This tradition, which began in 2005, marks its 21st edition this year. Over 250 venues will participate, offering free admission from 6 PM to 1 AM. In Dubrovnik, 15 locations are taking part, including public art galleries and museums, historic fortresses and palaces in the Old Town, and the privately-run Love Stories Museum. Late-night buses from Pile will also be increased for the occasion.

2026.01.28　The Dubrovnik Times　Croatia

Jacket Potatoes Make a Comeback in the UK

Jacket potatoes—oven-baked potatoes topped with cheese, beans, and other toppings—first appeared in newspapers in 1846. Food businesses with 'spud' in their name have surged from 7 to 70 in just two years. SpudBros, founded in 2020, has become wildly popular thanks to social media, with customers lining up in droves. Even Subway has started selling them. SpudBros portions are reportedly quite generous. As experts say, 'Potatoes are healthy—as long as you don't overeat them.'

2026.01.18　The Guardian　UK