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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.

Liverpool's European Ban: The Heysel & Millwall Legacy

An in-depth look at the controversial 1985 ban on English clubs in Europe, sparked by the Heysel disaster and Liverpool's connection to the Millwall riots, and its lasting legacy on the beautiful game.

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.

The Bigger Cup Returns: Radical New Format Shakes EFL

The EFL's revolutionary 'Bigger Cup' competition makes its highly anticipated return with a bold new group stage format, offering lower league clubs a financial lifeline and a shot at glory against elite opposition.

Australian Music Legend Jon English Dies Aged 73

The entertainment world mourns the loss of Jon English, the trailblazing Australian musician and actor, who has died aged 73. Remembered for his role in 'Against the Wind' and a stellar music career.

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.

Police Hunt Illegal Metal Detectorists at Medieval Abbey

Gloucestershire Police launch a major investigation after 'nighthawkers' illegally target historic Hailes Abbey, a 13th-century Cistercian monastery, sparking fears of priceless treasure theft and irreparable damage to protected heritage.

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.

Top UK Universities for History of Art 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for History of Art. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.

EFL Considers Premier League B Teams for Championship

Exclusive: English Football League chiefs are debating a radical plan to integrate Premier League 'B teams' into the Championship, potentially transforming the football pyramid and youth development.

High Heels: A Queen's Vengeful Invention Against Rival

A startling new historical biography uncovers the dark and vengeful origins of the high heel, tracing it back to a plot by the 16th-century French Queen, Catherine de' Medici, driven by jealousy and a desire to humiliate her husband's mistress.

Postecoglou Vows to Restore Forest's Glory

New Nottingham Forest manager Ange Postecoglou lays out his ambitious vision to return the two-time European champions to the pinnacle of English football, promising an attacking philosophy and long-term project at the City Ground.

Rolling Stones & Hollies Founders Honoured with Blue Plaques

Two founding members of British rock royalty, The Rolling Stones' Brian Jones and The Hollies' Graham Nash, have been permanently commemorated with English Heritage blue plaques on their former Chelsea residences, celebrating their immense contribution to

Secret portrait suggests Shakespeare had a male lover

A newly authenticated 17th-century miniature portrait reveals compelling evidence of a close, possibly romantic relationship between William Shakespeare and his literary patron, the Earl of Southampton. Art experts and historians are re-evaluating the Bar

Ellen & Portia Sell English Farmhouse After Paris Trip

After a whirlwind European tour, Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have quietly put their stunning, rain-soaked English country farmhouse up for sale. Discover the charming property that offered the celebrity couple a tranquil retreat from the spotlight

King John: England's Most Despised Monarch Exposed

Renowned royal historian Robert Hardman delves into the infamous reign of King John, branding him England's worst monarch in a revealing episode of the Queen's Kings podcast. Discover the tyrannical rule that led to Magna Carta.

Tuchel's political tightrope as England manager

New England manager Thomas Tuchel attempts to sideline politics while navigating the immense symbolic weight of leading the Three Lions. Can football truly exist in a vacuum?

St George's Cross: Patriotism or Racism in Modern Britain?

As England's national flag becomes increasingly visible in public life, a fierce debate rages over its true meaning. Is it a proud symbol of heritage or a marker of division? This in-depth analysis explores the complex cultural battle over English identit

Textor Raising Funds for English Club Takeover Bid

Former Crystal Palace co-owner John Textor is actively fundraising to purchase a new English football club, following his public fallout with the Premier League and his controversial remarks about the Europa League draw. Get the inside story on his ambiti

Marinakis Breaks Silence on Nuno Espirito Santo Rift

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis addresses speculation surrounding his relationship with manager Nuno Espirito Santo, revealing the truth behind their working dynamic and future plans.

The tragic true story behind Ferrari's famous logo

The iconic Ferrari prancing horse emblem has a poignant and heroic origin story, born from a national tragedy and a mother's enduring love. Discover the First World War tale that led to the creation of a motoring legend.

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