Civil War Cemetery Looted: 1,600 Graves Damaged
A historic Civil War cemetery in Los Angeles County has been systematically looted for three years, with 1,600 graves vandalised for copper and bronze. Authorities struggle to stop the thieves.
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US removes Black soldier panels at Dutch WWII cemetery
The US removed panels honouring Black WWII soldiers at a Netherlands cemetery, citing Trump's DEI order. Dutch officials and families demand their return. Read the full story.
Pope's Christmas Truce Plea Rejected by Russia
Pope Leo XIV expresses 'great sadness' as Russia rejects Christmas truce calls. Massive drone attacks kill three, including a child, as graves of Ukrainian soldiers are decorated for Christmas.
Highgate Vampire comedy at Omnibus theatre, London
A sweet and funny theatrical show based on the stranger-than-fiction vampire sightings that gripped north London in the 1960s and 70s. Catch it at Omnibus theatre until 30 December.
Manchester Museum Africa Hub displays artefacts of unknown origin
Manchester Museum's new Africa Hub displays thousands of artefacts acquired during the colonial era, sparking vital conversations about restitution and colonial looting. Can you help identify them?
Issa Brothers Revive UK's Biggest Muslim Cemetery Plan
Billionaire Issa brothers refuse to abandon controversial plan for Britain's largest Muslim cemetery in Lancashire, rejecting calls for a nature reserve. Read the latest.
Sumatra Floods: Looting for Food and Water
Desperate residents in flood-ravaged Sumatra resort to looting for survival as aid struggles to reach them. The death toll has reached 303. Discover how the crisis is unfolding.
Wigan cemetery sexual assault: Police appeal for information
Greater Manchester Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a woman was sexually assaulted near Wigan Cemetery. A man has been arrested and bailed.
Sudan's cultural heritage faces unprecedented threat amid war
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.
Sudan's heritage at risk as archaeologist races to save it
Sudanese archaeologist Shadia Abdrabo is in a desperate race to create an online database of Sudan's cultural heritage before the ongoing war erases it completely. Discover how you can help preserve ancient history.
WWII cemetery removes panels on Black soldiers' fight
A US military cemetery in the Netherlands has removed displays about Black soldiers' dual war against Nazis and segregation. Discover the controversy and its implications.
Bruce McLaren's grave vandalised in shocking act
The grave of Formula 1 icon Bruce McLaren has been desecrated in a disturbing incident at Waikumete Cemetery, leaving the motorsport community outraged and seeking answers.
Israeli strike hits Hamas tunnel under British war cemetery
Israeli forces strike Hamas tunnel beneath Commonwealth war graves in Gaza, raising serious diplomatic concerns about protection of historic British military burial site.
Jamaica in chaos: Looting after hurricane
Desperate Jamaicans resort to looting supermarkets as Hurricane Melissa leaves entire communities without food, power or clean water in catastrophic Caribbean devastation.
Florence + Machine & Down Cemetery Road Stun Critics
From Mick Herron's atmospheric adaptation to Florence Welch's triumphant return, UK stages sizzled with unforgettable performances this week. Discover which shows had critics and audiences raving.
Where to Watch 'Down Cemetery Road' - Streaming Guide
Discover where you can stream the compelling adaptation of Mick Herron's 'Down Cemetery Road' starring Sofia Boutella. Our comprehensive guide covers all viewing options for this must-see British thriller.
Down Cemetery Road: ITV Crime Drama Renewed for Season 2
ITV's gripping crime drama Down Cemetery Road has viewers enthralled and is already filming its second season, with Kelly Macdonald starring as private investigator Faith.
Emma Thompson shines in Apple TV thriller Down Cemetery Road
Dame Emma Thompson delivers a powerhouse performance in Apple TV+'s latest psychological thriller, playing a grieving widow uncovering dark secrets in her seemingly perfect neighbourhood.
Berlin's cemetery cafés transform urban spaces
Discover how Berlin is transforming urban spaces with innovative cemetery cafés, blending memorial culture with community gathering spots in a uniquely German trend.
Down Cemetery Road TV Adaptation: Release News
The gripping Sarah Tierney crime novel 'Down Cemetery Road' is being transformed into a major television series. Get the latest on release dates, casting news, and plot details for this highly anticipated mystery drama.
Car crashes through London cemetery smashing gravestones
Dramatic footage captures the terrifying moment a car careers out of control through a West London cemetery, destroying multiple gravestones in a destructive rampage that left witnesses stunned.
Human bones found in bag buried at graveyard
Shocking discovery in North Yorkshire as police uncover human remains concealed in a bag buried within a church cemetery, launching a major investigation into the mysterious circumstances.
EastEnders Fans Demand Character Return After Cemetery Scene
BBC viewers are begging for a major EastEnders comeback after a poignant graveyard moment left them convinced a fan-favourite character isn't really dead.
Mystery of empty grave: The boy who never existed
A decades-old mystery unravels as authorities discover the child buried in a Surrey cemetery never existed, exposing a web of deception that spanned generations.
Aussies in morbid hustle for cemetery plots via online loophole
A controversial loophole allows Australians to pre-book cemetery plots online, leading to a frantic 'land grab' for prime burial spots and accusations of a morbid hustle.
Estate Agent's 'Interesting' Cemetery House Listing Goes Viral
A UK estate agent's bizarre property description, labelling a house 'interesting' due to its proximity to a cemetery, has sparked ridicule and debate online. Discover the full story behind the viral listing.
Charlie Kirk Memorial Vandalised: Suspect Arrested
A memorial to a young man named Charlie Kirk was defaced with pro-Palestinian graffiti in Illinois. Authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with the politically-motivated vandalism.
Tokyo man apologises for 30-year grave vandalism spree
A Tokyo man, Shizuo Aishima, has publicly apologised after vandalising hundreds of graves for three decades, causing distress to families across the city.
Highgate Cemetery 'bunker' plan sparks heritage outcry
A contentious proposal to construct a new two-storey building for gardeners at London's historic Highgate Cemetery has ignited a fierce battle between conservationists and trustees over the site's future.
Wolverhampton Council rethinks grave fee plan
Wolverhampton Council faces backlash over plans to impose extra fees for wider graves, prompting a rethink on the controversial policy.
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