London's Oldest House: A 1597 Survivor's Tale
Discover 41-42 Cloth Fair, London's oldest surviving house built in 1597-1614. It survived the Great Fire of 1666, the Civil War, and the Blitz. Plan your visit to this hidden City of London gem.
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London's oldest house survived the Great Fire and Blitz
Discover the incredible story of 41-42 Cloth Fair, London's oldest surviving house. Built in 1597, it withstood the Great Fire, Civil War, and the Blitz. Read its full history here.
Midhurst: A Timeless West Sussex Market Town
Discover Midhurst, a quintessential UK market town in West Sussex. Explore Tudor architecture, royal polo at Cowdray Park, and festive charm in the South Downs.
Frank Gehry's Stunning California Architecture
Explore the iconic Californian buildings of Frank Gehry, the visionary architect who reshaped American architecture with bold shapes and unconventional materials. Discover his legacy.
Scotland's Brutalist Beauties: A New Perspective
A new book showcases Scotland's finest Brutalist architecture, revealing the social vision behind the concrete. Discover the buildings that defined a postwar era.
Elizabeth I's secret ring held portrait of Anne Boleyn
A new podcast reveals how Elizabeth I wore a ring with a hidden portrait of her executed mother, Anne Boleyn, as a secret act of remembrance. Discover the story of the Chequers Ring.
Elizabeth I's Bows: The Original Alpha Power Move
Discover how Queen Elizabeth I's iconic Armada portrait, adorned with symbolic bows, prefigured today's fashion statements. A fascinating look at Tudor power dressing.
Herefordshire stands in for Shakespeare's Stratford in Hamnet
Discover how Herefordshire's historic landscapes and crooked Tudor buildings became the perfect filming location for the cinematic adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's bestselling novel Hamnet. Explore the Shakespearean connections.
Couple unearth Tudor gold coin hoard while gardening
An ordinary gardening session transforms into historical treasure hunt as couple discovers stunning collection of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I gold coins buried for centuries.
Australia's 2025 Architecture Award Winners Revealed
Explore the groundbreaking projects that claimed top honours at Australia's National Architecture Awards 2025, featuring innovative designs reshaping urban landscapes and community spaces across the continent.
Mosque approved next to grandma's home sparks community fury
A controversial mosque and Islamic centre has been approved next to a grandmother's Long Island home, sparking community outrage and allegations of improper planning procedures.
DUP condemns Stormont protest as activists breach Parliament
Democratic Unionist Party deputy leader Gavin Robinson denounces pro-Palestinian protesters who stormed Parliament Buildings at Stormont, calling the incident 'reprehensible' and demanding police action.
Cornwall's coastline transformed by concrete and hot tubs
Exclusive investigation reveals how Cornwall's iconic coastline is being transformed by controversial development, with concrete structures and luxury hot tubs replacing traditional fishing cottages and green spaces.
Historic Mechanics' Institutes Reinvented for Modern Era
Discover how Australia's iconic Mechanics' Institutes are transforming from Victorian-era libraries into vibrant community hubs, offering everything from yoga classes to coding workshops while preserving their rich heritage.
Ghost Nun Photographed in Abandoned UK Convent
A chilling photograph of a nun's ghostly figure has been captured inside a decaying British convent, revealing haunting secrets of the abandoned religious site that time forgot.
BBC Developing Henry VIII Court Painter Drama 'Feast for the Eyes'
The BBC is developing an ambitious new period drama following the dramatic life of Hans Holbein, the revolutionary court painter to Henry VIII, promising political intrigue and Tudor scandal.
Rugby clubhouse converted to mosque despite objections
A former rugby clubhouse in Greater Manchester has been officially converted into a mosque despite significant local opposition and concerns about parking and traffic in the residential area.
Haunted UK pub has grave beneath floorboards
Discover The Nutshell in Bury St Edmunds, Britain's most haunted pub where patrons literally drink above the dead. This historic establishment holds a 400-year-old mystery beneath its floorboards.
Juventus sack Spalletti, appoint Igor Tudor as manager
In a dramatic Serie A shake-up, Juventus have sacked manager Luciano Spalletti after just two matches, replacing him with former defender Igor Tudor in a bold tactical gamble.
Secret Construction Project Underway in White House
Major renovations underway in White House East Wing ballroom leave officials and journalists guessing about the mysterious project's purpose and timeline.
Henry VIII's condemned coat of arms found in Wales
A remarkable Victorian replica of Henry VIII's royal coat of arms, identical to one denounced by Cardinal Thomas Wolsey in the 1520s, has been found hanging in a Welsh property, revealing centuries-old religious tensions.
Juventus Sack Manager Igor Tudor After Torino Thrashing
Igor Tudor's turbulent tenure at Juventus has been abruptly terminated following a humiliating 3-0 derby defeat to Torino, sending shockwaves through Serie A.
Grand Designs faces backlash over 'monstrous' castle plans
Channel 4's beloved Grand Designs faces unprecedented backlash as controversial castle restoration plans threaten to create Britain's largest-ever private home, leaving heritage experts and local residents horrified.
JPMorgan's dystopian NYC headquarters sparks backlash
JPMorgan Chase's new $3 billion Manhattan headquarters is being ridiculed as a 'dystopian fortress' with critics slamming its imposing design and controversial features. Discover why this architectural giant is dividing opinion.
Fireplace renovation reveals hidden Tudor chamber
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.
Juventus sack manager Igor Tudor after winless run
Turin giants Juventus have dramatically sacked manager Igor Tudor following a disastrous eight-match winless run that leaves the historic club languishing in 13th position in Serie A.
Trump's Blueprint for White House East Wing Overhaul
Exclusive details reveal Republican plans for dramatic structural changes to the White House East Wing, potentially altering presidential operations forever
Trump's White House demolition fantasy causes outrage
Former President Donald Trump's bizarre late-night social media tirade suggesting he'd demolish parts of the White House if re-elected has drawn widespread condemnation and raised serious questions about his fitness for office.
UK Churches Face Closure Over Soaring Repair Costs
Hundreds of Britain's cherished churches could shut their doors forever as crippling repair costs and declining congregations create a perfect storm for the nation's religious heritage.
UK Churches Face Closure from Crushing Repair Bills
A devastating survey reveals nearly 400 British churches could shut their doors permanently within five years due to unaffordable repair costs, threatening the nation's architectural and community heritage.
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