Rock Drummer Viv Prince Dead at 75
The music world is in mourning following the death of Viv Prince, the explosive and wildly entertaining drummer for The Pretty Things and The Who. The rock 'n' roll icon was 75.
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Pretty Things Drummer Viv Prince Dies, Aged 75
The music world is in mourning following the death of Viv Prince, the wild and influential drummer for 1960s rock icons The Pretty Things. Known for his explosive style and chaotic live shows, Prince's legacy is celebrated by fans and fellow musicians ali
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.
David Bowie's Personal Favourite Songs List Revealed at V&A
An exclusive glimpse into David Bowie's musical soul has been uncovered. The Victoria and Albert Museum unveils the legendary artist's personal list of 35 favourite songs, a discovery set to redefine our understanding of his eclectic influences and creati
Janis Joplin's Lost Guitar Found After 50 Years in Shock Discovery
Decades after its disappearance, the iconic Gibson SG guitar played by Janis Joplin in New York has been found. Discover the incredible story of its rediscovery and the rock legends involved.
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.
David Bowie's Ziggy Stardust Archive Unveiled in London
A landmark exhibition in London opens the David Bowie Archive, revealing never-before-seen treasures from the Ziggy Stardust and Aladdin Sane eras, including Major Tom's spacesuit and the iconic lightning bolt makeup design.
Supertramp Founder Rick Davies Dies at 76
Rick Davies, keyboardist and co-founder of British prog rock giants Supertramp, has passed away at 76 after a battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of multi-million-selling albums and timeless classics.
Supertramp's Rick Davies Dies Aged 81
The music industry is in mourning following the death of Supertramp co-founder and frontman Rick Davies at age 81. Remembered for timeless classics like 'Breakfast in America' and 'The Logical Song', Davies leaves behind an extraordinary musical legacy th
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.
Rock Legend's Secret: Iconic Riff on Borrowed Guitar
An exclusive revelation about a British rock icon's legendary borrowed guitar that defined a generation's sound. The surprising truth behind the instrument's origin.
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'.
The Political Ban That Stopped Joe Frazier Fighting in the UK
Exclusive look at the British Boxing Board of Control's 1960s ban on Smokin' Joe Frazier, a shocking decision rooted in politics that denied UK fans a legendary showdown.
Sweet's Brian Connolly: From Glam Rock King to Dying Penniless
The shocking final chapter of Sweet frontman Brian Connolly's life is revealed, from global rock stardom to dying destitute and forgotten in a British hospital.
US Navy's First Transgender Officer Nominated to Command Warship
In a landmark moment for the US military, Lieutenant Commander Katherine Marie Gregory is poised to become the first openly transgender officer to command a US Navy warship, breaking barriers in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Jeff Buckley's Lost Australian Tour: A 30-Year Mystery
Exclusive retrospective on the haunting 'what if' of Jeff Buckley's never-realised 1995 Australian tour, a poignant chapter in music history marking its 30th anniversary.
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.
1920s newspaper article reveals shockingly modern relationship advice
A newly unearthed newspaper column from 1923 exposes remarkably progressive advice for men on marriage and relationships, proving that modern dating dilemmas are anything but new.
Lesbian pop-up defied Hurricane Katrina devastation
The remarkable story of Grrlspot, a pop-up lesbian dance party that became a beacon of hope and defiance in the immediate, chaotic aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans.
Unseen Photos of Black Britain's Great Depression
A powerful new photographic archive surfaces, casting light on the resilience and overlooked narratives of Black communities across the UK during the 1930s economic collapse.
David Gilmour emotional as Pink Floyd garden studio demolished
Pink Floyd icon David Gilmour was overcome with emotion as builders tore down his legendary garden shed studio, the birthplace of iconic albums like 'The Division Bell' and 'The Endless River'.
Poles Forcibly Conscripted by Nazis Then Fought for Allies
New research uncovers the extraordinary story of thousands of Polish men forced into Nazi service who later defected to join Allied forces, a hidden chapter of WWII history finally coming to light.
Rock Legend Dodges Death in Shocking Stage Plunge at 80
The Who frontman Roger Daltrey had a miraculous escape after a terrifying fall during a live performance. The rock icon, 80, narrowly avoided serious injury in a shocking on-stage incident that left fans gasping.
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.
Ancient Crosses Emerge from Goodwin Sands Revealing Lost History
A startling archaeological discovery unfolds off the Kent coast as shifting sands unveil ancient stone crosses, offering a tantalising glimpse into a medieval world lost to the sea for centuries.
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.
London's Abandoned Tube Station: Churchill's Secret WWII Bunker
Explore the hidden history of Down Street, a ghost station on the London Underground that became a secret WWII bunker for Winston Churchill and is now a time capsule of the past.
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