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Met officers suspended over abuse and Tommy Robinson support
Multiple Metropolitan Police officers face suspension following serious allegations of suspect mistreatment and public support for far-right activist Tommy Robinson, raising concerns about police conduct and impartiality.
Met Police scandal: Damning report reveals institutional failures
Explosive independent review exposes systemic racism, misogyny and homophobia within London's Charing Cross police station, raising serious questions about Met leadership under Cressida Dick.
School history 'minimises women's role', report finds
A major new study finds that women's pivotal roles in history are being systematically minimised in UK classrooms, with lessons overwhelmingly focused on male figures and narratives.
Mazower's vital history of the word 'Antisemitism'
Acclaimed historian Mark Mazower delivers a powerful and timely examination of the word 'antisemitism,' tracing its political origins and dangerous evolution in a new must-read book.
Boston Police Apologise for 19th Century Slave Returns
The Boston Police Department has issued a formal apology for its involvement in the arrest and return of fugitive slaves in the 19th century, acknowledging its 'dark history'.
Met Police re-vets 300 officers over missed checks
The Metropolitan Police has launched an urgent review after discovering that hundreds of new recruits may have been hired without undergoing essential security vetting, raising serious concerns about force integrity.
Met Police Officers Vote for Unite Union in Landmark Ballot
In a dramatic shift, London's Metropolitan Police officers have voted to be represented by Unite the union for workplace matters, signalling deep discontent over pay and conditions.
Wrexham's 1934 Pit Disaster Records to Go on Public Display
Previously unseen archives detailing the 1934 Gresford Colliery disaster, one of Britain's worst mining tragedies, are set for public display near the original site in Wrexham, offering a poignant glimpse into the past.
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.
UK's Biggest Police Corruption Probe: 1,400 Officers Investigated
Shocking revelations emerge as the UK's biggest-ever police corruption probe investigates more than 1,400 officers for gross misconduct, including sexual offences and abuse of power.
Met Police adopts 'Al Capone' tactics after scandal
Metropolitan Police Assistant Commissioner Mark Rowley announces aggressive new strategy to pursue corrupt officers for any offence, following damning Charing Cross report and Sarah Everard case.
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.
Met Police Urge Arming Officers Against Knife Crime
An internal Metropolitan Police review calls for a significant increase in armed officers to better protect the public and frontline police from the growing threat of knife attacks in the capital.
Met Police probe after officers stop Tesla calling it 'non-electric'
The Metropolitan Police faces a major investigation after officers pulled over a Tesla, falsely claiming it was a 'non-electric vehicle' in a stop involving controversial commentator Katie Hopkins.
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.
Nine Met Police Officers Suspended in Behaviour Probe
Nine Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended following serious allegations of misconduct at Charing Cross police station, prompting a major internal investigation into behavioural standards.
Nine Met Police Officers Suspended in WhatsApp Scandal
Exclusive: Nine Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended following the discovery of a vile WhatsApp group containing racist, homophobic, and misogynistic messages, in a major blow to the force's integrity.
Nine Metropolitan Police Officers Suspended in Misconduct Probe
Exclusive: Nine Metropolitan Police officers suspended amid serious misconduct allegations, raising fresh concerns about standards and accountability in Britain's largest police force.
Police Officer Charged with Assault After Bodycam Footage Emerges
A police officer in Annapolis has been suspended and charged with assault after bodycam footage revealed the alleged assault of a man during an arrest, prompting an internal investigation.
Victoria Police's 100km Ride Honours Fallen Officers
Victoria Police officers embark on an emotional 100km remembrance ride to pay tribute to colleagues killed on duty, a powerful gesture of solidarity and respect.
Australian cop's viral photo sparks intense policing debate
A single photograph of a Queensland police officer has ignited a fierce national debate in Australia, dividing public opinion on modern policing, officer conduct, and the delicate balance between authority and community relations.
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.
Met Police officer cleared after fatal pursuit crash
A Metropolitan Police probationary officer will not face a misconduct hearing after a high-speed pursuit ended in tragedy, claiming the life of 19-year-old Kyreis Earle.
Nottinghamshire Police refer themselves to watchdog
Nottinghamshire Police refer themselves to watchdog over concerns about investigations linked to India, sparking internal and external reviews into their professional conduct.
Lost 1870s blueprints reveal London's ghost Grand Central station
Exclusive: Unearthed 19th-century architectural plans by Perceval Parsons expose the colossal rail terminus that was never built, a forgotten rival to London's St Pancras.
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
The Stolen Crown: The Heist That Threatened James I's Rule
Historian Tracy Borman uncovers the shocking theft of a priceless crown from James I's treasury, a brazen heist that threatened the very legitimacy of the Stuart monarchy in her new book, 'The Stolen Crown'.