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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.

Museum of Youth Culture Opens in London's Soho

Discover the vibrant history of British youth culture at London's newest museum, featuring rare photographs, fashion, and memorabilia from decades of teenage rebellion and style.

Britain's Golden Age of Magic Revealed

Rachel Morris's compelling new book reveals how Victorian magicians transformed entertainment and paved the way for modern show business in this fascinating historical exploration.

DiCaprio: Tarantino's OUATIH Had Different Ending

Exclusive: Leonardo DiCaprio shares shocking details about Quentin Tarantino's original, much darker ending for 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' that would have changed cinema history.

Student finds lost grave of Equiano's daughter

A British teenager's school research project uncovers the final resting place of Joanna Vassa, daughter of famed abolitionist Olaudah Equiano, solving a 200-year-old mystery.

Manchester's 1945 Pan-African Congress: 80 Years On

Eighty years after Manchester hosted the landmark Pan-African Congress, discover how this radical gathering ignited independence movements across Africa and reshaped Black political consciousness worldwide.

Roman ruler mix-up stuns Queensland exam students

Australian high school students were left bewildered when a Queensland history exam featured an obscure Roman military commander instead of the expected Julius Caesar, raising questions about curriculum standards.

Nelson paid wine bill to mistress's husband, letters reveal

Newly revealed historical documents expose Admiral Lord Nelson's extraordinary payment for three dozen claret bottles to the cuckolded husband of his lover Emma Hamilton, revealing the tangled personal life behind Britain's naval legend.

Instagram Introduces Watch History for Reels

Meta introduces game-changing Watch History for Instagram Reels, allowing users to rediscover previously viewed content with ease. Find out how this new feature transforms content discovery on the platform.

Napoleon's diamond jewel abandoned after Waterloo

Exclusive: The extraordinary story of Napoleon Bonaparte's abandoned diamond-encrusted jewel, left behind in his carriage after his crushing defeat at Waterloo and how it became an embarrassing relic for the Duke of Wellington.

Beatles tour guide joins Sam Mendes' film project

Discover how a Liverpool tour guide's life changed forever when he became the unexpected star of Sam Mendes' upcoming Beatles film series, sharing his unique connection to the Fab Four.

How a British quarrel named Melbourne

The fascinating true story behind Melbourne's naming reveals a diplomatic dispute between two British governors that forever shaped Australian identity.

5 Stars Who Rejected James Bond Roles

Discover the shocking stories of Hollywood icons who turned down the chance to play James Bond, from Liam Neeson's personal refusal to Hugh Jackman's career-defining pass.

Black Waterloo Veteran Identified After 200 Years

Groundbreaking historical research has identified a Black Waterloo veteran in an exceptionally rare painting, uncovering the remarkable story of a former slave who fought for Britain against Napoleon.

Nelson's Trafalgar watches to sell for £1.2 million

Extraordinary timepieces belonging to Admiral Lord Nelson's trusted lieutenants during the Battle of Trafalgar, including one worn as Nelson lay dying, are expected to sell for over £1.2 million at auction.

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