War Reporter Peter Arnett Dies at 91
Peter Arnett, the legendary journalist who won a Pulitzer for his Vietnam coverage and reported live from Baghdad during the Gulf War, has died at 91. Read his remarkable story.
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Civil Service workforce reaches highest level in nearly 20 years
New figures reveal the UK Civil Service has grown to 554,000 staff, its largest size since 2006. Explore the drivers behind this surge and the government's plans for future reform.
Unseen Rosa Parks photos return to Alabama after 70 years
Never-before-seen photos of Rosa Parks and other civil rights activists from the 1965 Selma march have been unveiled in Alabama, highlighting overlooked stories. Discover the powerful legacy.
Pearl Harbour's last survivors: An era ends
With no survivors attending the 2025 ceremony, discover how the memory of the Pearl Harbour attack is being preserved for future generations through oral histories and family legacies.
100-year-old man investigated for Nazi camp guard role
German authorities are investigating a centenarian suspected of serving as a guard at a brutal WWII prisoner camp where thousands perished. Discover the latest developments in this historic case.
Shonda Rhimes funds Emmett Till memorial barn
Television producer Shonda Rhimes donates $1.5 million to preserve the Mississippi barn where Emmett Till was lynched, creating a 'sacred' memorial site set to open by 2030.
Emmett Till's Barn to Open as Memorial Site by 2030
The Mississippi barn where Emmett Till was tortured and killed will open as a sacred memorial by 2030, purchased with a $1.5m donation from Shonda Rhimes. Explore this pivotal Civil Rights history.
Russian commander sentenced to 15 years for POW crimes
In a groundbreaking war crimes case, a Ukrainian court has sentenced Russian military commander Dmitry Kurashov to 15 years imprisonment for brutal treatment of prisoners of war, marking a significant moment in accountability for wartime atrocities.
Russian soldier jailed for POW killing in Ukraine
In a landmark ruling, a Ukrainian court has sentenced a Russian soldier to 12 years imprisonment for the execution of a Ukrainian prisoner of war, setting a crucial precedent for wartime justice.
Sarajevo's fragile peace three decades after siege
Three decades after the longest siege in modern history, Sarajevo reveals a complex tapestry of resilience and lingering trauma. Discover how this European capital continues to navigate the delicate balance between remembrance and moving forward.
Cheney's Deathbed Confession: Iraq War About Oil
In a shocking deathbed revelation, former US Vice President Dick Cheney reportedly confessed that the 2003 Iraq invasion was primarily motivated by oil interests, contradicting years of official denials about Halliburton's role.
BBC's banned nuclear war drama director dies at 90
Discover the untold story of 'The War Game', the groundbreaking BBC drama so horrifyingly realistic about nuclear attack consequences that it was banned for 20 years, as its director passes away aged 90.
Sudan's Apocalyptic War: 2,000 Civilians Executed
Exclusive eyewitness accounts reveal the horrifying reality of Sudan's civil war where civilians face systematic executions, children are murdered before their parents, and survivors flee a city descending into apocalypse.
Trump praises Confederate generals, sparks political firestorm
Former US President Donald Trump faces backlash after expressing admiration for Confederate military leaders during Washington visit, drawing criticism from political opponents and historians alike.
Farage: Cut 140,000 Civil Service Jobs, Ban Woke Agenda
Nigel Farage announces radical plan to cut Civil Service by 140,000 positions, making it easier to dismiss officials while banning diversity initiatives in sweeping Whitehall overhaul.
GOP Lawmaker Compares Rosa Parks to Confederate Leader
A Tennessee Republican faces backlash after equating civil rights icon Rosa Parks with Confederate president Jefferson Davis in a controversial social media post during Black History Month.
Labour demands probe into Cabinet Secretary's Tory links
Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.
Senior civil servant forced out over 'plodding' reforms
Exclusive: A top-ranking civil servant has been removed from their position following mounting criticism over the sluggish pace of government reforms, sparking concerns about Whitehall's efficiency.
US Black History Under Threat as DEI Faces Elimination
Conservative activists are systematically dismantling Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs, risking the erasure of crucial Black history from American education and public life.
Muhammad Ali's historic draft card hits Christie's auction
The iconic 1966 draft card that sparked Muhammad Ali's legendary stand against the Vietnam War is set for auction, offering a piece of sporting and civil rights history.
Muhammad Ali's Vietnam War Draft Card in Auction
A remarkable piece of boxing and civil rights history emerges as Muhammad Ali's original Vietnam War draft card enters auction, revealing the document that sparked his legendary conscientious objection stance.
Charlie Kirk sparks outrage over civil rights memorial comments
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk has ignited fresh controversy by urging Republicans to remove memorials to civil rights leaders, calling them 'divisive' in a move that's deepening America's cultural divisions.
Kipling's desperate WWI letters about missing son revealed
Newly discovered correspondence reveals the Jungle Book author's desperate search for his son John during the Battle of Loos, exposing a father's private torment behind the public patriotism.
Trump's National Guard Deployment Sparks Civil War Fears
As President Trump deploys National Guard troops across multiple states, experts warn the United States faces its most severe constitutional crisis since the Civil War, with democracy hanging in the balance.
Trump Brands Republican Senator 'Stupid' in Election Row
Former President Donald Trump has launched a blistering attack on Republican Senator Mike Rounds, branding him 'stupid' and 'weak' after the South Dakota lawmaker acknowledged Biden's 2020 election victory.
Claude McKay: Radical Jamaican in 1920s London
Discover the untold story of Claude McKay, the Jamaican writer whose radical journalism challenged colonialism and racism in 1920s London, paving the way for future civil rights movements.
WW3 Alert: Putin's Nuclear Threats Could Trigger Global War
Top security analysts reveal Russia's Ukraine invasion could escalate into nuclear warfare, with chilling parallels to 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis. Exclusive analysis of the terrifying global implications.
British teen soldier James Leipzig fought Nazis in WWII
The incredible journey of James Leipzig, who at just 15 years old lied about his age to join the British Army and fight against Nazi Germany in World War II.
Syria's Unhealed Wounds: The Search for Justice
An investigative exploration into Syria's painful reckoning with reconciliation and forgiveness amid ongoing conflict and human rights violations.
Expert: Hamas-Israel Ceasefire Could Trigger Wider War
A leading conflict specialist reveals how the proposed Gaza ceasefire might inadvertently spark a devastating regional war, with analysis of Hamas's strategic calculations and Israel's precarious position.
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