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Father-Son Hat-Trick Dynasties in Football

Discover the exclusive club of footballing families where both father and son have scored a hat-trick for the same team. A fascinating look at goalscoring lineage.

Ancient Irish DNA Study Rewrites History Books

Groundbreaking research from Queen's University Belfast uncovers the true genetic origins of the Irish people, tracing ancient DNA back to mass migrations from the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

Hepburn's Secret Beverly Hills 'Gay House' for Sale

The historic Beverly Hills home secretly shared by Hollywood icon Katharine Hepburn and her rumoured lover, socialite Laura Harding, hits the market. Discover the story behind the legendary 'gay house' and its glamorous, hidden past.

Liverpool's European Ban: The Heysel & Millwall Legacy

An in-depth look at the controversial 1985 ban on English clubs in Europe, sparked by the Heysel disaster and Liverpool's connection to the Millwall riots, and its lasting legacy on the beautiful game.

Garda Hunt For Man After Woman Found Dead In UK Hotel

Irish police issue urgent appeal for a 26-year-old man wanted for questioning after the body of a woman was discovered at a luxury hotel in Sussex. The Gardaí are working closely with UK authorities in a fast-moving investigation.

WWII Brothers Died Hours Apart in Battle of Britain

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.

McGregor Drops Presidential Bid, Vows to Promote Ireland in US

MMA superstar Conor McGregor has officially withdrawn from the Irish presidential race. The former UFC champion announced his decision during a New York date night with his fiancée, Dee Devlin, vowing to promote Irish interests from the US instead.

History Podcast Breaks Records with Epic Australia Tour

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.

McGregor Refuses EU Passport in Patriotic Stand

MMA superstar Conor McGregor sparks controversy by declaring he would refuse an EU passport, championing Irish sovereignty and stirring a major debate on national identity post-Brexit.

UK's Best History Universities 2025 Revealed

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.

Top UK Universities for History of Art 2025 Revealed

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.

High Heels: A Queen's Vengeful Invention Against Rival

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.

Brazil's 1970 World Cup: Football's Cultural Revolution

Exclusive extract from Jonathan Wilson's new book reveals how Brazil's 1970 World Cup winners became cultural icons, blending footballing genius with a powerful anti-dictatorship message that captivated the world.

Cillian Murphy outstanding in ferocious reform school drama

Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy gives a career-defining performance in 'Steve', a harrowing drama exposing Ireland's brutal reform school system. Director Alan Gilsenan's powerful film is a searing indictment of institutional abuse.

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