Irish Files: Churchill 'Venal' in Edward VIII Crisis
Secret Irish files reveal officials saw Winston Churchill as 'venal and unscrupulous' and sought to exploit the 1936 abdication crisis for Ireland's advantage. Read the full story.
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Files reveal Blair ignored warnings before WI slow-handclap
Newly released files show Tony Blair was slow-handclapped at the Women's Institute in 2000 after ignoring advice to avoid party politics. Discover the inside story of the speech that backfired.
MI5 blocked Irish intel sharing on Sellafield threat
Declassified files show Tony Blair refused Bertie Ahern's request for intelligence on Sellafield terror risks after the 2004 Madrid bombings. Discover the security dilemma.
Cover-up claim as Andrew file withheld from National Archives
The Cabinet Office faces accusations of a cover-up after redacting minutes about Prince Andrew's role as a trade envoy from public archives. Read the full story.
Downing St apology over botched Queen Mother birthday telegram
Newly-released files reveal No 10 issued a grovelling apology after PM John Major's 1994 birthday telegram to the Queen Mother was 'incorrectly addressed'. Discover the royal protocol faux pas.
Downing St blocked FoI on Blair-Chirac Diana call
Newly-declassified files show Downing Street refused to release details of Tony Blair's call with Jacques Chirac after Princess Diana's death, citing confidentiality. Discover the official reasoning.
U2 ticket reversal embarrassed Irish diplomats in 1987
Newly released files reveal how U2's offer of 60 free US tour tickets was slashed to 10, leaving Irish diplomats scrambling. Discover the diplomatic fallout from the band's 1987 Joshua Tree tour.
1996 Royal Yacht Ireland visit cancelled over image fears
Declassified files reveal Irish PM John Bruton warned King Charles's planned 1996 visit on HMY Britannia projected 'opulence and superiority'. The trip was later scrapped over security risks. Read the full story.
Diana's team 'upstaged Charles' in media war, files show
Newly released Irish state papers reveal Princess Diana was seen as 'far more skilled' in media battles against Prince Charles, with her team actively working to upstage his 1995 visit. Read the full story.
Archives reveal White House feared Clinton-Adams photo in 1995
Declassified documents show the White House tried to avoid a photograph of Bill Clinton shaking Gerry Adams' hand during his historic 1995 visit to Northern Ireland. Explore the diplomatic intricacies revealed.
Major 'shouted at' by Irish minister in 1992 row
Declassified files reveal a heated 1992 meeting where Irish Justice Minister Padraig Flynn confronted John Major over Northern Ireland security cooperation. Read the full story.
Diana's Team 'Upstaged' Charles, Irish Archives Reveal
Newly released Irish state papers reveal Princess Diana's staff were 'predatory' in media battle to upstage Prince Charles during his 1995 Ireland visit. Read the full story.
Files: Diana's Team Worked to 'Upstage' Charles
Newly released Irish state papers reveal Princess Diana's staff focused on 'upstaging' Charles's PR efforts during their separation. Discover the media battle details.
Massive recataloguing of NI's archaeological treasures begins
Archaeologists in Co Antrim begin a huge project to recatalogue and repackage tens of thousands of historical artefacts, including a 4,000-year-old log boat. Discover how this improves preservation and global research access.
How the BBC Nearly Rejected David Attenborough
A newly unearthed 1952 letter shows the BBC initially turned down David Attenborough. Discover how his legendary broadcasting career almost never happened in this exclusive look at the BBC archives.
Scottish Archives Reveal Santa Was a Girl in 1901
National Records of Scotland uncovers festive names like Santa Bianchi and George Bailey in 500 years of archives. Discover your own historical connections.
Joyce, Plath & Thomas: Writers' Hidden Struggles Revealed
Newly uncovered Royal Literary Fund files expose financial hardships of literary icons including James Joyce, Sylvia Plath and Dylan Thomas through personal letters and documents.
Wes Anderson Archives Exhibition Opens at Design Museum
Explore Wes Anderson's cinematic world at London's Design Museum. Discover 700 artefacts from Fantastic Mr Fox to The Grand Budapest Hotel in this deep dive for devoted fans.
Supreme Court rejects Trump's bid to shield Jan 6 records
In a major constitutional showdown, the US Supreme Court has rejected Donald Trump's bid to shield White House records from the January 6th committee investigation.
Queen's secret WWII Brazil role revealed in archives
Newly uncovered documents from the Royal Archives disclose Queen Elizabeth II's covert efforts to strengthen UK-Brazil relations during World War II, challenging traditional narratives of her wartime service.
Sudan Archives: Violin Meets Electronic in New Album BPM
Exclusive interview with Sudan Archives as she discusses her groundbreaking new album 'BPM', musical guilty pleasures, and how she's revolutionising the violin in contemporary music.
The Guardian Removes Article: A Digital Mystery
An exploration into the common practice of media outlets removing online content, the reasons behind it, and what it means for digital archives and public information.
Colbert debunks Trump's White House ballroom claim
Late-night host Stephen Colbert dismantles Donald Trump's claim about White House ballroom capacity with presidential archives evidence in viral segment.
Vatican archives reveal Pope Leo XIII abuse cover-up
Newly uncovered documents expose how Pope Leo XIII orchestrated a systematic cover-up of sexual abuse allegations against a powerful cardinal in the 19th century Catholic Church.
The Last Dinner Party & Sudan Archives Stun London Festival
An unforgettable night of musical brilliance as The Last Dinner Party and Sudan Archives headline London's hottest new cultural event, After The Hunt, with Lazarus and Harlan Coben adding literary flair.
Thatcher's secret leadership fears revealed in archives
Newly uncovered National Archives documents expose Margaret Thatcher's private concerns about Tory leadership challenges years before her dramatic downfall in 1990.
Trump privately praised Xi Jinping as "brilliant"
In a stunning revelation from newly released documents, Donald Trump privately praised Chinese President Xi Jinping as 'smart' and 'brilliant' while publicly criticising China. The Boston College archives reveal Trump's contradictory stance on US-China re
Mr Benn creator's lost puppetry treasures uncovered
Exclusive look at newly discovered artefacts from the creator of classic children's TV show Mr. Benn, revealing the genius behind Britain's beloved puppet icon.
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