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Ancient Gaza Treasures Rescued Hours Before Storehouse Destroyed

In a dramatic pre-dawn operation, Palestinian archaeologists and volunteers successfully evacuated priceless antiquities from a Gaza City storehouse, saving them from destruction just hours before the building was levelled by an Israeli airstrike.

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.

Secret portrait suggests Shakespeare had a male lover

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

The tragic true story behind Ferrari's famous logo

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.

Cooks' Cottage relocation row sparks reconciliation debate

Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.

Author Discovers He's Related to the Real Oliver Twist

A stunning genealogical discovery reveals a modern author's direct lineage to the impoverished boy who inspired Charles Dickens' iconic character, Oliver Twist, rewriting a chapter of literary history.

Trump's Smithsonian Attack: A New Front in the Culture Wars

Former President Donald Trump launches a fresh attack on the Smithsonian Institution, aiming to dismantle its Black history programming in a move critics decry as an attempt to erase uncomfortable truths from the American narrative.

Ongar's hidden history revealed

Discover Ongar's untold stories as local historians shed new light on this charming Essex market town's fascinating past.

Inside the Minds of WWII Kamikaze Pilots

A gripping documentary sheds light on the brutal reality of Japan's kamikaze pilots during WWII, revealing the psychological toll and historical impact of these suicide missions.

Iran's Last Shah: How He Sealed His Fate

Scott Anderson's 'King of Kings' offers a riveting account of the rise and fall of Iran's last Shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. Discover how his reign crumbled amid revolution and geopolitical turmoil.

Dodds Urges UK Action on Gaza Crisis

Shadow Women and Equalities Minister Anneliese Dodds urges the UK government to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, calling for immediate action and transparency.

Starmer pressured on Palestinian statehood

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under growing pressure from senior cabinet members to formally recognise Palestinian statehood, as internal divisions escalate.

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