Nelson's lost love letters reveal secret heartbreak
Previously unseen intimate letters between Lord Nelson and his lover reveal the emotional turmoil behind Britain's greatest naval hero's public triumphs.
Previously unseen intimate letters between Lord Nelson and his lover reveal the emotional turmoil behind Britain's greatest naval hero's public triumphs.
Discover the brilliant Black inventors behind everyday items we take for granted, from traffic lights to home security systems, in this revealing Black History Month special.
Groundbreaking research reveals London's iconic Royal Parks share direct botanical lineage with Ireland's ancient forests, tracing back to medieval monastic connections and centuries of ecological exchange.
Academy Award winner Nicolas Cage is set to portray a modern-day Jesus Christ in an upcoming supernatural horror film that promises to redefine biblical storytelling.
Discover how journalist Ian James uncovered America's forgotten pyramid builders in his groundbreaking new investigation that rewrites conventional history.
Groundbreaking discovery in Egypt's Nile Delta reveals a mysterious military complex and workshops dating back to Moses' era, potentially confirming the historical accuracy of the Exodus story.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Groundbreaking artificial intelligence has analysed Biblical scripture to calculate a potential timeline for the Rapture and the return of Jesus Christ, with astonishing results that are captivating theologians and scientists alike.
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.
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
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'.
Reform UK leader Richard Tice faces scrutiny after misattributing a key biblical proverb to the wrong book, raising questions about the intersection of faith and modern political rhetoric in British politics.
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.
Groundbreaking forensic reconstruction reveals the true face of Mary Magdalene, challenging centuries of artistic tradition and offering a new perspective on the key biblical figure.
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.
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.
A stunning archaeological discovery in Israel's Jordan Valley has uncovered a 'flint blade factory' dating back to the early Biblical era. Experts reveal this site, active 3,000 years ago, produced deadly stone weapons potentially used by the Israelites,
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.