GOP Lawmaker Compares Rosa Parks to Confederate Leader
A Tennessee Republican faces backlash after equating civil rights icon Rosa Parks with Confederate president Jefferson Davis in a controversial social media post during Black History Month.
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Stonehenge protester defends 'spectacular' powder stunt
A Just Stop Oil activist who sprayed orange powder on Stonehenge told court the protest was designed to be 'visually spectacular' as he faces criminal damage charges over the ancient monument stunt.
Stonehenge sprayed orange by anti-oil activists
Climate activists from Just Stop Oil deliberately targeted Stonehenge with orange paint spray, telling a court they chose the ancient monument to create maximum disruption and media attention for their fossil fuel protest.
LA votes to remove Confederate monuments from public spaces
Los Angeles takes decisive action to remove Confederate memorials from public spaces, sparking debate about historical memory and racial justice in America's second-largest city.
Trump's 'Arc de Trump' plan to overshadow Washington Monument
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's audacious plan to build a French-style triumphal arch near the Washington Monument, dwarfing the iconic landmark in a testament to presidential vanity.
Trump's 300ft 'Arc of America' Border Monument Revealed
Exclusive details emerge about Donald Trump's ambitious 'Arc of America' project - a monumental 300ft archway planned for the US-Mexico border, featuring presidential tributes and sparking both admiration and controversy.
South Carolina votes to remove Confederate flag
In a historic move, South Carolina's House of Representatives has approved legislation to remove the Confederate battle flag from the Statehouse grounds, following emotional debates and national scrutiny.
Ethiopia's 'One People' monument sparks historical controversy
Ethiopia's newly unveiled 'One People' monument in Addis Ababa faces criticism for oversimplifying the nation's complex ethnic history while government defends it as unity symbol.
Tourist urinates on Pope Leo XIII monument in Vatican
Shocking incident at St. Peter's Basilica as a German tourist faces severe consequences for desecrating memorial to Pope Leo XIII, prompting Vatican security review.
Pogačar dominates Il Lombardia with spectacular solo victory
Slovenian cycling superstar Tadej Pogačar secures his second Il Lombardia title with breathtaking 32km solo attack, cementing his status as cycling's dominant force.
Pogačar makes history with fifth Il Lombardia win
Slovenian cycling superstar Tadej Pogačar cements his legendary status with an unprecedented fifth straight win at Il Lombardia, completing a dominant 2025 season that redefines cycling excellence.
Trump Plans 'Triumphal Arch' Monument for Washington DC
Former President Donald Trump is reportedly planning a massive 'Triumphal Arch' monument in Washington DC, drawing comparisons to historical dictators and raising constitutional concerns about presidential legacy-building.
Civil War Statues Removed in North Carolina Overnight
Three Confederate monuments mysteriously disappear from public view in Denton, North Carolina, sparking debate about historical preservation and modern values as local officials remain tight-lipped about the removal operation.
Dem AG candidate's teen arrest for monument vandalism revealed
Democratic attorney general candidate Jay Jones faces scrutiny after his 2005 arrest for spray-painting a Confederate monument emerges, raising questions about political transparency and racial justice advocacy.
Submerged Stone Circle Discovered in Cumbrian Lake
Archaeologists uncover an extraordinary prehistoric stone circle lying 20 feet below the surface of a Cumbrian lake, rewriting our understanding of ancient Britain's relationship with water and climate change.
Red Cross Vanishes from Ancient Uffington White Horse
The mysterious red cross that appeared on the prehistoric White Horse of Uffington has finally disappeared, bringing relief to conservationists and local residents who cherish this ancient landmark.
Vandals deface ancient Westbury White Horse with flag
Wiltshire Police launch investigation after the ancient Westbury White Horse, a cherished landmark, is vandalised with a large white flag, sparking local outrage.
Police probe as historic White Horse landmark is vandalised
Wiltshire Police launch investigation after the ancient Cherhill White Horse, a protected monument, is illegally altered with a red cross, sparking local outrage and a heritage crime probe.
National Trust in flag fury after removing Union Jack
The National Trust has ignited a fierce debate after contractors were seen removing the large Union Flag from the Bantham Ham stone tower in Devon. The move, done without prior consultation, has been branded an 'act of cultural vandalism' by critics and l
Monument Valley's X-Files: UFOs & Paranormal Mysteries
The iconic landscape of Monument Valley, a staple of Western films, is shrouded in a dark history of UFO sightings, paranormal activity, and unexplained mysteries that continue to baffle experts and terrify visitors.
Three new graves at Sheffield's 'King' traveller monument
Exclusive: Three new, elaborate graves have appeared at a sprawling traveller monument in Sheffield, sparking local outcry and planning concerns over the ever-expanding site dedicated to a community 'King'.
West Point removes Confederate symbols after Pentagon order
The US Military Academy at West Point has dismantled multiple Confederate memorials, including a bronze triptych and a portrait of Robert E. Lee, following a Pentagon directive to purge such symbols from US defence facilities.
Last Confederate statue removed from North Carolina state grounds
In a historic move, North Carolina officials have removed the final Confederate-era statue from state grounds under cover of darkness, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's reckoning with its past.
Pentagon Removes Confederate General Robert E. Lee Portrait
The US Pentagon has taken down a portrait of Confederate General Robert E. Lee, marking a significant step in distancing the US military from symbols of the slave-owning South.
West Point removes Robert E. Lee portrait in historic move
The prestigious US military academy West Point has permanently removed its portrait of Confederate general Robert E. Lee, marking a significant step in confronting America's complex historical legacy.
Tourist Vandalises Rome's Historic Trevi Fountain
Italian police are hunting a tourist captured on video defacing Rome's iconic Trevi Fountain with a rock. The brazen act of vandalism on the 18th-century Baroque masterpiece has sparked outrage and a criminal investigation.
Geologists crush Trump's Mount Rushmore expansion dream
Leading geologists and National Park officials deliver a crushing blow to Donald Trump's alleged ambition to be added to Mount Rushmore, citing insurmountable geological constraints and legal protections.
Lawsuit seeks to block removal of 'faithful slave' statue
A controversial Confederate monument honouring a 'faithful slave' faces legal action as a federal lawsuit seeks to block its removal in North Carolina.
Trump admin dismantles Pacific Islands heritage monument
The Trump administration's controversial decision to remove protections for a historic Pacific Islands monument has drawn fierce criticism from environmentalists and indigenous groups.
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