Fulham Palace makes Black History Month permanent
The former Bishop of London's residence launches permanent Black history programme, confronting its colonial past through new exhibitions and educational initiatives.
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French Crown Jewels Sold Off in 1887, Expert Reveals
Shocking discovery reveals France's priceless crown jewels were systematically dismantled and sold by the government in 1887, leaving the Louvre without its most spectacular gems.
Black Waterloo Veteran Identified After 200 Years
Groundbreaking historical research has identified a Black Waterloo veteran in an exceptionally rare painting, uncovering the remarkable story of a former slave who fought for Britain against Napoleon.
Joey Essex's company collapses into liquidation
Reality TV star Joey Essex faces business collapse as his company enters liquidation, leaving creditors unpaid and raising questions about celebrity entrepreneurship.
Kipling's desperate WWI letters about missing son revealed
Newly discovered correspondence reveals the Jungle Book author's desperate search for his son John during the Battle of Loos, exposing a father's private torment behind the public patriotism.
Rylan's Witch-Hunt: Essex's Dark Secrets Revealed
Christopher Stevens reviews Rylan's captivating journey into Essex's dark supernatural history, where folklore meets television magic in this spellbinding documentary series.
Nelson's Trafalgar watches to sell for £1.2 million
Extraordinary timepieces belonging to Admiral Lord Nelson's trusted lieutenants during the Battle of Trafalgar, including one worn as Nelson lay dying, are expected to sell for over £1.2 million at auction.
1980s Bradford: Rare photos of Black British life revealed
A remarkable photographic collection offers an intimate glimpse into the everyday lives of Black British communities in 1980s Bradford, challenging stereotypes and celebrating resilience.
Rylan Clark hunts witches in Elizabethan Essex documentary
Join television personality Rylan Clark on a chilling journey through 16th century Essex as he investigates the county's terrifying witch trials in his compelling new Channel 4 documentary.
Saffron Walden: Essex's Hidden Gem Market Town
Escape to Saffron Walden, a stunning medieval market town in Essex packed with history, independent shops and gorgeous architecture that makes it the perfect UK getaway destination.
Hebden Bridge's Armed Women: Yorkshire's Forgotten Protest
Discover the remarkable true story behind Sally Wainwright's new drama about the 19th century Yorkshire women who took up arms in a dramatic protest that shook Victorian England.
The surprising true origin of movie Easter eggs revealed
Film fans are stunned to discover the real story behind movie Easter eggs, tracing back to 1970s Hollywood and a very different meaning than today's digital treats.
Colourised historical photos reveal Ireland's lost world
A remarkable collection of colourised historical photographs brings early 20th century Ireland to vivid life, from Dublin's bustling streets to rural village traditions.
Britain's Bizarre Floating Church: A Thames Marvel
Discover the remarkable tale of a 19th-century floating church that served London's docklands - a true testament to eccentric British innovation and community spirit.
Witches of Essex: Rylan explores Britain's dark witch trial history
A powerful new documentary sees Rylan Clark and Professor Alice explore the tragic stories of Essex women accused of witchcraft in one of history's most shameful periods.
The Glass Mountain: England's Witchcraft History Uncovered
Historian Malcolm Gaskill's gripping new work reveals the terrifying true story of England's witch trials and the ordinary lives caught in supernatural terror.
Biblical City Discovery Rewrites Ancient History
Archaeologists uncover 5,000-year-old metropolis in Northern Israel, providing remarkable evidence that confirms Old Testament accounts of early Canaanite civilisation.
Nelson's lost love letters reveal secret heartbreak
Previously unseen intimate letters between Lord Nelson and his lover reveal the emotional turmoil behind Britain's greatest naval hero's public triumphs.
Rylan Clark investigates Essex witchcraft in new TV series
TV presenter Rylan Clark embarks on a supernatural investigation across Essex, exploring witchcraft and paranormal activity in his latest revealing documentary series.
Black Innovators: 10 Everyday Items They Created
Discover the brilliant Black inventors behind everyday items we take for granted, from traffic lights to home security systems, in this revealing Black History Month special.
Royal Parks' Irish botanical roots revealed in new study
Groundbreaking research reveals London's iconic Royal Parks share direct botanical lineage with Ireland's ancient forests, tracing back to medieval monastic connections and centuries of ecological exchange.
America's Lost Pyramids: Ian James's Groundbreaking Book
Discover how journalist Ian James uncovered America's forgotten pyramid builders in his groundbreaking new investigation that rewrites conventional history.
Beyond the bleakness: The real Jaywick, Essex
A travel journalist ventures into Jaywick, Essex - frequently labelled Britain's most deprived area - and uncovers surprising community spirit, coastal beauty and resilience that defies its grim reputation.
Stansted Airport fire forces partial evacuation
Dramatic scenes unfolded at Stansted Airport as a fire in the departure lounge triggered a full-scale emergency response and partial evacuation, causing significant disruption for travellers.
School history 'minimises women's role', report finds
A major new study finds that women's pivotal roles in history are being systematically minimised in UK classrooms, with lessons overwhelmingly focused on male figures and narratives.
Mazower's vital history of the word 'Antisemitism'
Acclaimed historian Mark Mazower delivers a powerful and timely examination of the word 'antisemitism,' tracing its political origins and dangerous evolution in a new must-read book.
Wrexham's 1934 Pit Disaster Records to Go on Public Display
Previously unseen archives detailing the 1934 Gresford Colliery disaster, one of Britain's worst mining tragedies, are set for public display near the original site in Wrexham, offering a poignant glimpse into the past.
Hepburn's Secret Beverly Hills 'Gay House' for Sale
The historic Beverly Hills home secretly shared by Hollywood icon Katharine Hepburn and her rumoured lover, socialite Laura Harding, hits the market. Discover the story behind the legendary 'gay house' and its glamorous, hidden past.
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