In a surreal twist, National Guard troops stationed in Washington DC have been photographed performing menial gardening tasks, including weeding and rubbish collection, around the Tidal Basin. The images have ignited a fierce debate about the appropriate
A promising British Army Major's tragic suicide reveals the devastating human cost of military mental health stigma. Major James Willis's inquest hears he feared his career would suffer if he spoke about overwhelming stress.
Venezuela deploys troops and Russian-made fighter jets for major military exercises following a deadly confrontation with US-flagged vessels, escalating tensions in the Caribbean.
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.
Vladimir Putin makes a calculated show of force, inspecting massive 'Zapad-2021' military drills staged alarmingly close to the war-torn Kharkiv region, in a move Western analysts deem a direct message to NATO.
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.
Former Australian Governor-General Kim Beazley defends the Australian War Memorial's contentious decision to exclude a book about Ben Roberts-Smith from its annual prize, igniting a fierce national debate on honour, valour, and historical legacy.
A former head of the British Army, General Lord Dannatt, delivers a scathing critique, warning that remote meetings and bureaucratic inertia are dangerously delaying the Ministry of Defence's modernisation and preparedness.
In a shocking case that has gripped Argentina, a young military conscript, Francisco Tenorio Cerqueira Junior, was found brutally murdered. The prime suspects? His own superiors, now facing charges in a scandal that exposes deep-seated issues within the a
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 British Royal Marine has been discharged from service after a controversial video surfaced online showing him mocking American conservative commentators Charlie Kirk and Pete Hegseth, sparking a fierce debate about free speech versus military conduct.
A stunning revelation from the world of military strategy: top US generals consistently defeated AI in war game simulations by harnessing primal human intelligence, creativity, and cunning. Discover the tactics that machines simply cannot compute.
The Australian War Memorial has deferred its $20,000 military history prize after its judging panel selected a book about disgraced soldier Ben Roberts-Smith, sparking intense public and institutional backlash.
Ex-President Donald Trump has reportedly suggested the US should raid South Korean coffers like an 'unfriendly regime' to force payment for joint military exercises, causing alarm in Seoul.
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.
Former President Donald Trump pledges to reintroduce the ban on transgender individuals serving in the US military if re-elected, arguing that the armed forces are not a venue for 'social experimentation'.
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.
The US Military Academy, West Point, has abruptly cancelled a ceremony honouring actor Tom Hanks, citing a need to avoid the 'appearance of politicising the military'. The decision follows criticism from Republican figures.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Ukraine's homegrown drone technology, driven by AI and rapid innovation, is fundamentally reshaping warfare tactics against Russia. Discover the cutting-edge systems changing the battlefield.
Discover the surprising cultural love affair between Britain and the quintessentially American animated sitcom, The Simpsons, as it celebrates enduring popularity and influence on UK phrases and humour.
A hidden design feature on Britain's classic red telephone kiosks has left the public stunned after its true purpose was uncovered. This is the fascinating reason for those mysterious little doors.
A Royal Military Police officer has been severely reprimanded after being found guilty of drunkenly groping a female colleague just hours after completing a mandatory course on unacceptable sexual behaviour. The shocking incident exposes a deep hypocrisy
Exclusive: A leaked letter reveals top-level military concerns that the British Army's aggressive diversity and inclusion targets are compromising national security and undermining recruitment standards. Defence insiders warn the push for inclusivity is c
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'.
A Florida man's incredible tale of survival after being declared dead in the Vietnam War has been revealed, uncovering 45 years of imprisonment and a miraculous return to his family.
A US federal appeals court has reinstated Donald Trump's contentious ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, overturning a previous block by a lower court. The ruling has ignited a fierce debate over civil rights and military policy.
Exclusive analysis of China's newly unveiled 'optical warfare' laser weapon, a disruptive system designed to blind pilots and fry electronics. How it compares to Western 'Star Wars' technology and what it means for global military balance.
Exclusive: Defence Secretary John Healey is considering a major policy shift that would see British military personnel deployed to Ukraine for a formal training mission, a significant escalation of the UK's support against Russian aggression.