Ancient Roman statues stolen from Syria's museum
Investigators reveal a lone individual, not a gang, stole Roman-era statues from Syria's National Museum in Damascus, dealing a blow to the nation's post-war cultural recovery.
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Roman statues stolen from Syria's National Museum
Ancient Roman-era statues stolen from Damascus museum in suspected individual theft. Investigation underway as Syria rebuilds after civil war. Read the latest developments.
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.
Labour council's woke statue guide brands figures 'white oppressors'
A Labour-led council faces backlash after publishing controversial guidance suggesting statues of historical figures could be considered 'oppressors' due to their race and background. The document has sparked intense debate about historical interpretation
Sheffield Wednesday's golden elephant statues auction
Sheffield Wednesday's controversial chairman Dejphon Chansiri is auctioning his collection of golden elephant statues in a dramatic bid to raise funds for the struggling Championship club, sparking outrage among fans.
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.
National Trust celebrity statues spark heritage debate
The National Trust faces criticism after installing modern celebrity statues including Vinnie Jones and David Beckham at historic properties, dividing heritage purists and modern art supporters.
LA votes to remove Confederate monuments from public spaces
Los Angeles takes decisive action to remove Confederate memorials from public spaces, sparking debate about historical memory and racial justice in America's second-largest city.
Mayor's £850k statue splurge sparks pay rise fury
A council leader faces public outrage after spending nearly £1 million of taxpayer money on two Italian statues while simultaneously requesting a substantial salary increase, raising serious questions about fiscal responsibility.
South Carolina votes to remove Confederate flag
In a historic move, South Carolina's House of Representatives has approved legislation to remove the Confederate battle flag from the Statehouse grounds, following emotional debates and national scrutiny.
Easter Island Moai Statues Moved in Preservation Operation
In an unprecedented archaeological feat, two of Easter Island's iconic Moai statues have been carefully relocated inland to protect them from coastal erosion and rising sea levels threatening their preservation.
Civil War Statues Removed in North Carolina Overnight
Three Confederate monuments mysteriously disappear from public view in Denton, North Carolina, sparking debate about historical preservation and modern values as local officials remain tight-lipped about the removal operation.
Dem AG candidate's teen arrest for monument vandalism revealed
Democratic attorney general candidate Jay Jones faces scrutiny after his 2005 arrest for spray-painting a Confederate monument emerges, raising questions about political transparency and racial justice advocacy.
Easter Island's Collapse: New Book Reveals Shocking Truth
Archaeologist Mike Pitts challenges conventional wisdom about Easter Island's mysterious downfall in his groundbreaking new book 'Island on the Edge of the World', revealing startling evidence that rewrites everything we thought we knew about this enigmat
Harrods removes controversial Mohamed Al-Fayed pharaoh statues
The iconic Knightsbridge department store has dismantled two giant bronze statues of its former owner, Mohamed Al-Fayed, depicted as an Egyptian pharaoh. The move comes after renewed scrutiny of the sculptures, long considered a contentious landmark.
West Point removes Confederate symbols after Pentagon order
The US Military Academy at West Point has dismantled multiple Confederate memorials, including a bronze triptych and a portrait of Robert E. Lee, following a Pentagon directive to purge such symbols from US defence facilities.
Last Confederate statue removed from North Carolina state grounds
In a historic move, North Carolina officials have removed the final Confederate-era statue from state grounds under cover of darkness, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's reckoning with its past.
Pentagon Removes Confederate General Robert E. Lee Portrait
The US Pentagon has taken down a portrait of Confederate General Robert E. Lee, marking a significant step in distancing the US military from symbols of the slave-owning South.
West Point removes Robert E. Lee portrait in historic move
The prestigious US military academy West Point has permanently removed its portrait of Confederate general Robert E. Lee, marking a significant step in confronting America's complex historical legacy.
Ukraine dismantles thousands of Soviet statues in cultural purge
Ukraine accelerates its decolonisation, removing Soviet-era monuments in a profound cultural shift against its imperial past. Discover the scale and symbolism of this national transformation.
Shrewsbury rejects Clive of India statue
Shrewsbury becomes the latest UK town to oppose a statue of Robert Clive, citing his controversial colonial legacy, as Britain continues to grapple with its imperial past.
Lawsuit seeks to block removal of 'faithful slave' statue
A controversial Confederate monument honouring a 'faithful slave' faces legal action as a federal lawsuit seeks to block its removal in North Carolina.
Rethinking How We Celebrate Women's Achievements
A call to move beyond traditional statues and plinths to honour women's contributions in more meaningful and inclusive ways.
US military spent millions on Confederate monuments
A shocking report reveals the US military's hefty spending on Confederate monuments, sparking fresh debates over historical symbols and taxpayer money.
Fox Host Defends Confederate Symbols at Pentagon
Fox News presenter Pete Hegseth faces backlash after arguing that Confederate symbols should be restored at the Pentagon, reigniting debates over historical legacy and racism in the US.
Pete Hegseth criticised over Arlington Cemetery statue remarks
Fox News presenter Pete Hegseth faces backlash after suggesting the removal of Confederate statues from Arlington National Cemetery, igniting a heated debate on historical memory.
Trump praises Confederate statue, sparks outrage
Former US President Donald Trump has ignited fresh debate after lauding a Confederate monument, drawing criticism from civil rights groups and political opponents.
Confederate statue reinstalled in Washington DC
The controversial statue of Confederate general Albert Pike has been reinstalled in Washington DC, two years after it was toppled by Black Lives Matter protesters. The decision has reignited debates over historical monuments and racial justice.
Confederate statue restored in DC amid protests
A Confederate monument honouring Albert Pike has been reinstalled in Washington DC, sparking fresh debates over historical memory and racial justice in America.
Volunteers risk lives to save Ukraine’s cultural treasures
A dedicated team of volunteers is working tirelessly to rescue priceless statues and cultural landmarks from Ukraine’s frontlines, defying danger to preserve history.
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