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Newly revealed historical documents expose Admiral Lord Nelson's extraordinary payment for three dozen claret bottles to the cuckolded husband of his lover Emma Hamilton, revealing the tangled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

Trump's White House Demolition Plan Revealed

Patti Davis, daughter of Ronald Reagan, exposes Donald Trump's alleged scheme to tear down the historic East Wing, raising concerns about presidential legacy and architectural preservation.

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.

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.

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Talks: Vance Meets Netanyahu

JD Vance's surprise diplomatic mission to Israel coincides with critical ceasefire negotiations that could secure hostage releases, but Hamas's response threatens to derail the fragile peace process.

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.

Reagan's Forgotten Middle East Peace Blueprint

Decades before current conflicts, Ronald Reagan proposed a comprehensive Middle East peace plan that offered Palestinians self-government alongside Israeli security. As modern negotiations stall, experts ask: was the solution hiding in plain sight all alo

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.

Gaza Crisis Echoes Britain's Imperial Past

As Gaza endures unprecedented devastation, a Guardian analysis reveals how Western powers are repeating historical patterns of colonial violence and collective punishment they once pioneered.

Gaza Ceasefire Falters as Hamas Rejects Israeli Deal

Fragile ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas face collapse as the militant group rejects Israel's latest hostage release proposal, while Donald Trump's unexpected intervention adds diplomatic complexity to the escalating Middle East crisis.

Ronnie Kray's secret prison love note revealed

A never-before-seen prison letter from gangster Ronnie Kray reveals intimate messages to fellow killer Frank Mitchell's wife, exposing the underworld's hidden relationships.

Why Middle East peace is harder than war

As conflict dynamics shift across the Middle East, achieving lasting peace presents even greater challenges than warfare in this deeply divided region.

Gaza Ceasefire Begins as IDF Starts Withdrawal

A landmark ceasefire has taken effect in Gaza with Israeli forces beginning phased withdrawal after former US President Donald Trump mediated breakthrough negotiations between Israel and Hamas.

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