The mahogany desk where JRR Tolkien completed The Lord of the Rings is set for auction at Christie's, London, with an estimate of £50,000-£80,000. Discover this unique piece of literary history.
The unique mahogany desk used by J.R.R. Tolkien to complete The Lord of the Rings is for sale at Christie's. Discover the history of this literary artefact.
The desk where JRR Tolkien completed The Lord of the Rings is to be sold at Christie's. Discover the history of this unique literary artefact with a guide price of £50,000-£80,000.
Sudanese archaeologist Shadia Abdrabo battles time to document Sudan's heritage as war destroys museums and ancient artefacts. Discover how you can support preservation efforts.
Hoseasons launches huge Black Friday sale with UK family breaks from just £52 per night. Discover deals near the Tolkien Trail and Skegness. Book now before offers end!
As society faces modern challenges, BBC Two's Civilisations: Rise and Fall examines what ancient civilisations did when on the brink. Plus: Glastonbury ticket scams and luxury motorhomes.
Archaeologists uncover pristine Roman-era sarcophagus containing young woman's remains and artefacts in Budapest. Discover the remarkable findings from this 1,700-year-old burial site.
Archaeologists in Budapest uncover a pristine 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus, revealing the skeleton of a young woman and artefacts offering a glimpse into ancient life. Discover the story.
Holocaust survivors urge a German auction house to cancel the 'shameless' sale of concentration camp letters and Gestapo documents. Join the call for decency.
A controversial auction of Holocaust artefacts in Germany has been scrapped following complaints from survivors. Read how the 'System of Terror' sale was stopped.
Record-breaking treasure finds hit the UK in 2024, with the east of England uncovering the most precious historical objects. Discover the Viking coins and Roman artefacts rewriting history.
A gold pocket watch recovered from Titanic victim Isidor Straus is set to sell for £1 million. The timepiece stopped at 2.20am as the ship sank. Discover this poignant piece of history.
A thoughtful new documentary builds an unassailable argument for the repatriation of the Elgin Marbles, challenging Britain's long-held position on the ancient artefacts.
In a significant move for cultural restitution, Namibia is formally demanding the return of sacred objects and human remains from museums in the United States, including Harvard and the Smithsonian.
The British Museum faces mounting pressure as Egypt launches a fresh campaign for the return of the priceless Rosetta Stone, escalating global debates about colonial-era artefacts.
A Minneapolis Target store was abruptly evacuated after employees discovered what appeared to be pre-Columbian Mexican artefacts in a staff break room, sparking a major police response and archaeological investigation.
A sophisticated burglary at Oakland Museum of California sees thieves steal irreplaceable Native American treasures, leaving cultural heritage experts devastated.
In an extraordinary twist of nature, the remnants of Typhoon Merbok have revealed a significant archaeological discovery on Alaska's western coast, unearthing artefacts that had remained hidden for generations.
In a powerful act of cultural resilience, Kyiv's Khanenko Museum opens 'Africa: The Art of a Continent' exhibition, showcasing African masterpieces while Ukraine continues to defend its sovereignty.
Egypt's antiquities authority launches formal campaign for the return of prized artefacts from the Louvre Museum, escalating global debate about cultural heritage repatriation.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk makes dramatic intervention in British politics, referencing JRR Tolkien's hobbits while condemning Britain's 'tide of illegal immigration' following horrific triple stabbing in Uxbridge.
A routine home renovation in Shropshire uncovered a secret Tudor-era chamber hidden behind an old fireplace, containing perfectly preserved historical artefacts that stunned archaeologists.
French authorities have reopened the investigation into the infamous 1998 Louvre Museum robbery after compelling new evidence surfaced, potentially cracking one of Paris's most baffling art theft cold cases.
An audacious theft at the Louvre Museum sees France's priceless crown jewels vanish in a sophisticated heist that has stunned security experts and art historians worldwide.
Greece escalates diplomatic tensions with the UK, demanding immediate return of ancient pink marble ball from British Museum amid accusations of cultural insensitivity.
A North London pub's incredible Lord of the Rings-themed door makeover has taken social media by storm, attracting Tolkien fans from across the UK to The Black Horse in Fitzrovia.
A clever new quiz challenges Australians to distinguish genuine critical minerals from fantasy creations. Test your knowledge of the resources powering the green revolution versus Middle-earth mythology.
Security footage reveals astonishingly slow escape attempt by Louvre thieves, raising serious questions about museum security protocols and response times.
Chinese scientists make groundbreaking discovery of possible alien artefacts within Chang'e-6 moon samples, rewriting our understanding of lunar history and space exploration.
Exclusive investigation reveals how thieves exploited security gaps at the world's most famous museum, raising serious questions about protection of priceless collections.