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New Musical: The Black Power Desk on Mangrove Nine

A powerful new musical, 'The Black Power Desk', premieres at Brixton House, dramatising the true story of the Mangrove Nine and the clandestine police unit that spied on Black activists in 1970s London.

Grand Designs' 'Saddest House' Finally Sells

The infamous 'Britain's saddest house' from Grand Designs, a project plagued by tragedy and financial ruin, has finally been sold. We reveal the inside story and Kevin McCloud's poignant reaction.

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.

Bec Judd Lists Multi-Million Dollar Mosman Mansion

Television personality Bec Judd and husband Andy, co-founder of Judd Build, have officially listed their architecturally designed Mosman family home for sale, with price expectations soaring over $6 million. Explore the luxury property that captured the h

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.

UK's Most Bizarre House: Toilet Throne Room & Alien Pods

A four-bedroom detached house in the UK has become an online sensation due to its utterly bizarre interior, featuring a 'throne room' toilet, alien-inspired pods, and a complete lack of a traditional kitchen. The unique property is on the market for £500,

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.

Grand Designs' 'Saddest House' Finally Sells

The long-awaited sale of Chesil Cliff House, dubbed the 'saddest' in Grand Designs history, concludes a turbulent chapter. Discover the story behind this Devon lighthouse conversion.

Trump 'Demanded Removal of Harriet Tubman Exhibit'

Explosive reports reveal Donald Trump allegedly ordered the removal of abolitionist icon Harriet Tubman from a Smithsonian display, sparking widespread condemnation and accusations of historical revisionism.

London House Prices Plummet in First Annual Drop Since 2012

Exclusive analysis of the latest ONS figures reveals a significant shift in the UK property market, with London leading a national downturn. Discover which regions are hardest hit and what it means for homeowners and buyers.

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.

White House condemns George Floyd school re-enactment

The White House has criticised a California school's decision to stage a George Floyd re-enactment as part of a Black History Month lesson, calling it 'inappropriate' and 'traumatising' for students.

Win Thomas Cromwell's £2.5m barn in charity raffle

A breathtaking 16th-century barn in the UK, once owned by Henry VIII's advisor Thomas Cromwell, is up for grabs in a charity raffle. Valued at £2.5m, this property could be yours for just £25!

Grateful Dead's SF home sells for $3.2m

The legendary Victorian home where the Grateful Dead lived and created music in the 1960s is now up for sale, offering a rare piece of rock history.

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.

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