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.
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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.
London's £500pm Studio Flat: Shocking Reality Revealed
A journalist's firsthand account reveals the shocking reality of London's most affordable rental property - a tiny studio flat that exposes the capital's housing crisis.
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.
Tenant found in same home after 8-year absence
A British woman shares her astonishing story of returning to her former rental property after eight years, only to find the same tenant still occupying the home in what she describes as an unbelievable coincidence.
Tourist beats £1,400 hire car damage bill with smart strategy
A savvy tourist reveals his step-by-step guide to challenging unfair car rental charges after facing a massive damage claim. Learn the essential tips that saved him thousands.
EU cracks down on Airbnb with new rental rules
The European Commission unveils sweeping regulations for short-term rentals like Airbnb and Booking.com, requiring mandatory data sharing and registration to combat housing shortages.
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.
Victoria's Rental Revolution: Portable Bonds Approved
Groundbreaking rental reforms in Victoria will introduce portable bonds and ban key money fees, offering tenants greater flexibility and financial relief in Australia's competitive rental market.
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.
LA's mounting rental crisis threatens housing stability
Los Angeles County faces a mounting rental debt crisis as landlords struggle with millions in unpaid rent despite emergency COVID-19 assistance programmes.
Holiday letting nightmare revealed by Place in Sun host
Exclusive: After 13 years of renting out her Spanish villa, a seasoned A Place in the Sun host shares the shocking realities and hidden costs of holiday letting that travel shows never mention.
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.
Australia's Rental Crisis Worsens as Affordability Plummets
New data reveals Australia's rental crisis is worsening, with average households now spending over 30% of income on housing. Experts warn of growing homelessness and call for urgent government intervention.
Nashville Rental Crisis: Months of Free Rent Offered
Music City's rental boom turns to bust as developers flood market with luxury apartments, forcing unprecedented concessions including 2-3 months free rent and waived fees to attract tenants.
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.
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.
Australia's Rental Crisis: Affordability Hits Record Low
New data reveals Australia's rental crisis is worsening, with average households now spending over 30% of income on housing. Meanwhile, political tensions rise over immigration policies and economic pressures mount.
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.
Australia's rental crisis deepens as affordability hits record low
New data reveals Australia's rental crisis has worsened dramatically, with average households now spending over 30% of income on housing as the government scrambles for solutions ahead of the budget.
Tenants' viral response to landlord's empty threat
Renters deliver masterclass in tenant rights after landlord threatens eviction over discovery they're planning to move out anyway. The bold letter response has been hailed as 'absolute perfection'.
Bondi rental property lines spark tenant outrage
Exclusive look at the controversial rental property dividing lines in Bondi that have outraged tenants and triggered official council action in Sydney's heated rental market.
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.
Bizarre No-Photo Rental Rule Stuns Sydney House Hunters
A Sydney rental property has sparked outrage with its unusual prohibition on taking photographs inside the home during inspections, leaving potential tenants baffled and frustrated.
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.
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