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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.

Ongar's hidden history revealed

Discover Ongar's untold stories as local historians shed new light on this charming Essex market town's fascinating past.

Andrew Saint, Architectural Historian, Dies at 83

Renowned architectural historian Andrew Saint, whose work preserved and celebrated London’s urban legacy, has died at 83. His contributions to architectural scholarship and heritage conservation remain unparalleled.

Inside the Minds of WWII Kamikaze Pilots

A gripping documentary sheds light on the brutal reality of Japan's kamikaze pilots during WWII, revealing the psychological toll and historical impact of these suicide missions.

Cal Raleigh: First catcher to win Home Run Derby

Seattle Mariners' Cal Raleigh shattered records by becoming the first catcher ever to claim victory in the MLB Home Run Derby, delivering a powerhouse performance that left fans in awe.

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