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Bronze Age gold treasures revealed in Scotland

National Museums Scotland reveals extraordinary Bronze Age discoveries including gold hair ornaments and spearhead mounts, rewriting our understanding of ancient British craftsmanship.

Sheila Canby: Islamic Art Curator Legacy

Remembering Sheila Canby, the visionary curator who transformed London's Islamic art collections and brought Middle Eastern masterpieces to global prominence.

Nigeria's Benin Bronzes museum gets clay replicas

A controversial restitution deal sees Nigeria's new Edo Museum of West African Art receive clay copies instead of the promised original Benin Bronzes, sparking outrage and diplomatic tension.

Sacred site ruling stops Bathurst 1000 race

A dramatic ruling has brought Australia's legendary Bathurst 1000 race to a standstill after the discovery of a significant Aboriginal sacred site within the iconic Mount Panorama circuit, sparking nationwide debate.

1909 Time Capsule Discovered at South Carolina University

A remarkable discovery at South Carolina State University as workers uncover a sealed 1909 time capsule containing historical documents and artefacts, offering a fascinating glimpse into the institution's early years.

Trump's King Charles sword request denied by library

The Eisenhower Presidential Library refused Donald Trump's unusual request to borrow a historic sword for King Charles III's coronation, citing preservation concerns in newly revealed correspondence.

Pope Leo XIII statue vandalised with political graffiti

A historic statue of Pope Leo XIII at New York's Sacred Heart University has been defaced with political graffiti including 'Woke' and 'MAGA', triggering investigations and condemnation from religious leaders.

1984 Miners' Strike Artefacts Saved for the Nation

A priceless collection of artefacts from the 1984 miners' strike and UK coal mining history has been rescued from disposal, securing a permanent home at the National Coal Mining Museum in Wakefield.

Artefacts recovered from Titanic sister ship wreck

Maritime archaeologists have triumphantly recovered a trove of artefacts from the wreck of the HMHS Britannic, the Titanic's sister ship, in a groundbreaking expedition off the coast of Greece. The findings offer a poignant new window into the ship's trag

Sacred Sites Under Threat from NT's Huge Water Licence

Exclusive: Traditional Owners in the Northern Territory are fighting to protect ancient sacred sites and precious desert water sources from a massive commercial water extraction licence, fearing irreversible cultural and ecological damage.

British Pope's sacred relic stolen in Venezuela church heist

A priceless 19th-century Catholic relic, a bone fragment of the British-born millennial Pope Leo XIV, has been stolen from a church in Venezuela. The theft has sparked an international investigation and outrage amongst the faithful.

Nuns Evicted From Care Home After Six Decades

In a poignant turn of events, an order of nuns running a cherished care home in Chigwell, Essex, face eviction after six decades of service. The Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary must return to their convent, leaving residents and the local c

Ancient Gaza Treasures Rescued Hours Before Storehouse Destroyed

In a dramatic pre-dawn operation, Palestinian archaeologists and volunteers successfully evacuated priceless antiquities from a Gaza City storehouse, saving them from destruction just hours before the building was levelled by an Israeli airstrike.

Saudi Arabia Unveils World's Largest Museum Plans

Saudi Arabia announces the Prince Mohammed bin Salman International Museum, a colossal cultural project in Riyadh set to be the world's largest museum, showcasing 30,000 artefacts across five revolutionary wings.

Luxury Resort Plan at Egypt's Mount Sinai Sparks Fury

Plans for a sprawling 'mega resort' at the foot of Mount Sinai, one of Christianity's most sacred sites, have ignited international condemnation from religious leaders and conservationists who warn of irreversible damage to this ancient spiritual landmark

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