A severe polar cold snap has engulfed Australia's eastern seaboard, bringing unprecedented sub-zero temperatures, widespread frosts, and snow to low-lying regions, disrupting travel and daily life.
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.
Brits brace for a dramatic temperature plunge as a colossal 600-mile Scandinavian weather system is set to unleash snow, ice, and sub-zero -10C chills. Get the full forecast and exact dates for the deep freeze hitting the UK.
Argentina extradites 98-year-old former Nazi SS officer Michael Karkoc to Italy, closing one of Europe's last major Holocaust cases after a prolonged legal battle.
A rare piece of Cold War history is up for sale. Discover the unique opportunity to own a decommissioned nuclear bunker near Bristol, complete with original features and planning permission for a unique conversion.
A stunning historical discovery has been made as a set of top-secret D-Day assault maps, bought for just £10, are expected to sell for an astonishing £150,000 at auction. The maps, used for the Normandy landings, reveal intricate Allied invasion plans.
A piece of Cold War history is up for sale. This decommissioned nuclear bunker near Bristol, once designed to protect regional officials, is now on the market offering a unique opportunity.
Exclusive: Declassified documents reveal the Duke of Kent's clandestine diplomatic mission to avert World War II, acting as a secret envoy for Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain in a desperate bid for peace with Hitler.
Shocking investigation reveals the US Army secretly sprayed toxic PFAS 'forever chemicals' over unsuspecting American communities during Cold War experiments, with devastating health consequences emerging decades later.
Tensions reach boiling point as a Russian nuclear submarine, capable of triggering radioactive tsunamis, is tracked off the UK coast in what experts call the most perilous underwater game of cat-and-mouse in decades.
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.
Declassified documents reveal a bizarre Cold War standoff: President Kennedy's personal barber, John F. Hutton, was barred from the White House, sparking a major diplomatic incident with Washington. Discover the true story behind the headlines.
In a major development, Alaskan authorities have identified a deceased serial killer as the prime suspect in the 1996 cold case murder of 20-year-old Jessica Baggen from Kentucky. New forensic evidence has finally provided answers after 28 years.
Newly uncovered documents reveal Coco Chanel was a Nazi spy with the codename 'Westminster', recruited to infiltrate British aristocracy and negotiate a separate peace for Germany.
Exclusive: Declassified CIA documents expose Project MKUltra's bizarre foray into the occult, remote viewing, and psychic warfare during the Cold War, as the agency desperately sought an edge over the Soviet Union.
A brutal Russian missile strike has torn through the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, leaving a trail of destruction, multiple casualties, and shattered residential buildings. Newly emerged footage captures the horrifying moment of impact and the immediate
Declassified documents expose a truly eccentric Cold War-era British plan to salvage the Titanic using millions of ping pong balls and industrial grease, a scheme once considered by the Royal Navy.
Parents are being warned about a nasty 'super cold' spreading as children return to school. A top pharmacist reveals the key symptoms to spot and the essential items for your family's medicine cabinet to fight off the autumn bugs.
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.
Russia launched a major missile attack on Kyiv, reportedly in retaliation for a Ukrainian strike on a Russian-linked British Council building. The UK government condemns the assault as intelligence points to further escalation.
A Ukrainian soldier has testified to witnessing the horrific castration and execution of his fellow soldiers by Russian forces, in a shocking new war crime allegation emerging from the conflict.
Exclusive investigation uncovers a chilling Cold War legacy: 18,000 barrels of radioactive waste, including plutonium, deliberately dumped in the Atlantic by European governments, now threatening marine ecosystems and public health.
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.
Donald Trump's recent pledge to dismantle the Smithsonian Institution isn't just about museums; it's a direct assault on factual history, academic freedom, and the very pillars of an informed democracy. This analysis delves into why this threat matters fo
A powerful new photographic archive surfaces, casting light on the resilience and overlooked narratives of Black communities across the UK during the 1930s economic collapse.
New research uncovers the extraordinary story of thousands of Polish men forced into Nazi service who later defected to join Allied forces, a hidden chapter of WWII history finally coming to light.
Exclusive report reveals Russian troops are using drones to hunt civilians on a vital Ukrainian highway, turning the escape route into a deadly gauntlet and sparking new war crime allegations.