Cute cats and street fighters: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

During colder months, many find comfort in the company of cute cats, spooky TV shows, 90s video games, or perhaps even more cats. The Louvre-Lens in France has recently launched an exhibition celebrating just these elements, offering visitors a pastel pink wonderland filled with fluffy, glittery delights. This exhibition is perfect for families and provides a much-needed antidote to any October gloom.

Meanwhile, Irish rockers Fontaines D.C. have released their fifth studio album, Dopamine Chamber, which is a sonic mood board filled with synths, psychedelia, and an irresistible urge to dance. For Halloween enthusiasts, the new Friday the 13th TV adaptation, Crystal Lake, is set to air. If campy kung fu and martial arts are more appealing, the Street Fighter movie, based on the popular arcade game franchise, is almost ready to hit the big screen.

Visitors to Europe this week can indulge in a variety of exhibitions and events. The Louvre-Lens in France is hosting "So Cute! The Art of Happiness," an exhibition that explores the many manifestations of cuteness throughout history. The retrospective at Fondation Beyeler in Switzerland showcases the diverse career of Japanese American artist Ruth Asawa, best known for her intricate wire sculptures.

Additionally, photography enthusiasts can visit "Light and Magic: The Birth of Art Photography" at Tate Modern in London, and moviegoers can catch the new Street Fighter adaptation or the TV series Crystal Lake. Music fans can look forward to Fontaines D.C.'s Dopamine Chamber, while other notable album releases include Eels' Cookie Happened and The Avalanches' No Bad Memories.