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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

Kent Pub Discovered Frozen in Time Since 2020 Lockdown

An urban explorer's chilling discovery of The Rose and Crown in Kent reveals a pub perfectly preserved, with half-finished drinks and 2019 calendars still on the walls, offering a haunting snapshot of the day lockdown began.

Explorer Finds £3.5M Abandoned Mansion Frozen in Time

An urban explorer's astonishing discovery of a completely abandoned £3.5 million Hertfordshire mansion, left with everything inside—from family photos to luxury cars. This is the haunting story of a home frozen in time.

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.

Inside McDonald's Forgotten 1980s Luxury Hotel

Discover the bizarre story of the Maccies hotel in the UK. We take you inside the luxurious, forgotten Golden Arches hotel that offered fine dining and poolside service, a world away from your local drive-thru.

Abandoned Prime Minister's Family Castle in Decay

Explore the haunting beauty and rich history of Auchen Castle, the derelict Dumfriesshire estate with direct links to former UK Prime Minister Sir Alec Douglas-Home, now left to decay.

Cooks' Cottage relocation row sparks reconciliation debate

Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.

Author Discovers He's Related to the Real Oliver Twist

A stunning genealogical discovery reveals a modern author's direct lineage to the impoverished boy who inspired Charles Dickens' iconic character, Oliver Twist, rewriting a chapter of literary history.

Trump's Smithsonian Attack: A New Front in the Culture Wars

Former President Donald Trump launches a fresh attack on the Smithsonian Institution, aiming to dismantle its Black history programming in a move critics decry as an attempt to erase uncomfortable truths from the American narrative.

Arkansas residents may have unclaimed money waiting

Thousands of Arkansas residents may be sitting on unclaimed money without even knowing it. Learn how to check if you're owed cash from forgotten assets, dormant accounts, or uncashed cheques.

Abandoned UK zoo frozen in time: Haunting photos

A once-thriving British zoo now lies eerily abandoned, with decaying animal enclosures and overgrown pathways frozen in time. These haunting images reveal the forgotten fate of a popular wildlife attraction.

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