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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.

Millie Bright Retires in Emotional WSL Farewell

An emotional week in women's football as Chelsea legend Millie Bright announces retirement while Arsenal and Manchester City maintain perfect WSL starts. Analysis of the title race and weekend drama.

Iron Ladies: Women of the Miners' Strike

A powerful new documentary reveals how women became the backbone of the 1984-85 miners' strike, transforming from homemakers to formidable activists in Britain's most bitter industrial dispute.

Leicester vs Everton: WSL Live Stream Guide

Everything you need to know about watching Leicester City take on Everton in this crucial Women's Super League encounter, including live stream information and team updates.

When Girls Had to Play Rugby in Secret

The shocking true story of how young women in Wales defied authority and played rugby in clandestine matches, risking punishment for their passion for the sport.

Matt Beard blasts BBC over 'disrespectful' WSL TV slot

Liverpool FC Women's manager Matt Beard has launched a scathing attack on the BBC for moving their crucial Women's Super League clash against Chelsea to a late-night Monday slot, branding the decision 'disrespectful' to players and fans.

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.

WWII Brothers Died Hours Apart in Battle of Britain

The poignant tale of two British brothers, both RAF pilots, who lost their lives within hours of each other during the Battle of Britain. Discover their heroic legacy and the memorial that now honours their ultimate sacrifice.

History Podcast Breaks Records with Epic Australia Tour

History podcast giants Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland are taking their chart-topping show, The Rest Is History, on an unprecedented live tour to Australia, selling out stadiums and redefining the power of historical storytelling.

UK's Best History Universities 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for studying History, with Cambridge retaining the top spot while London institutions dominate the upper ranks.

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