The historic home of the WWII Dambusters squadron, RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire, is set to be converted into accommodation for 2,000 asylum seekers, sparking outrage from local councils and heritage groups.
The Supreme Court has rejected Epping Forest District Council's final appeal to evict travellers from a site in Essex, ending a costly 10-year legal battle and setting a significant precedent for planning enforcement.
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Exclusive photos expose a taxpayer-funded traveller site in Essex transformed into a wasteland of fly-tipped rubbish, abandoned vehicles, and environmental hazards, sparking local fury and a council investigation.
Archaeologists in Peru have made a stunning discovery, unearthing a vast ancient burial site with over 1,000-year-old human remains that could rewrite the history of the pre-Inca Ychsma culture.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expresses outrage and takes legal action after discovering doctored, explicit images of herself and other prominent female figures on a notorious pornographic website.
A tourist's act of vandalism, pouring beer over a 1,500-year-old Mayan statue at the Chichen Itza archaeological site, has sparked fury and led to his swift arrest by Mexican authorities.
A UK couple returned from holiday to find their building site home had been used as a makeshift canteen by construction workers, who left behind a trail of rubbish, food waste, and cigarette butts.
Istanbul authorities have taken control of the iconic Boukoleon Palace, a 1,500-year-old Byzantine landmark, sparking outrage from heritage groups and raising diplomatic tensions over Turkey's cultural stewardship.
Archaeologists have made a breathtaking find on the Scottish Isle of Arran, unearthing a perfectly preserved Neolithic tomb dating back an astonishing 5,500 years. The ancient burial site, hidden for millennia, offers an unprecedented window into Scotland
The BBC's new big-budget historical drama 'King and Conqueror' faces a viewer revolt over its perceived historical blunders and controversial casting choices, with audiences taking to social media to brand it 'nonsense'.
Visitors to Australia's iconic Uluru are being warned that climbing the sacred monolith is strictly prohibited, with new signs outlining potential fines exceeding £50,000 for those who break the rules.
A 19-year-old man has been arrested after a 'mindless' JCB demolition spree destroyed multiple new-build homes in Shropshire, causing an estimated £2.5 million in damages and leaving a trail of devastation.
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Construction workers in central London made a grim discovery after uncovering suspected human bones during excavation work at a site in Westminster. Police have launched an investigation.
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.
New data reveals a sharp decline in UK porn site visits following age verification laws. Is the crackdown working, or are users finding loopholes?
A shocking investigation reveals major concerns over food safety and regulatory oversight at the GHF food site. What went wrong, and who is responsible?
A man has been charged following a fatal stabbing incident in London that left a father and son dead. The attack occurred at a business site, sparking a police investigation.
A blaze broke out at the iconic Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, sparking emergency response and raising concerns over cultural preservation.
A rare £2.5 million Scottish banknote, once used as a doorstop, is set to be sold overseas after being blocked from sale in the UK. Discover the fascinating story behind this historical artifact.
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Researchers have made a breakthrough in understanding the origins of the deadly 1918 Spanish Flu pandemic by analysing preserved lung tissue samples from victims.
Fascinating 19th-century police mugshots from Victorian England expose peculiar offences including stealing pigeons and milk, offering a glimpse into the era's crime and punishment.
A shocking report reveals the US military's hefty spending on Confederate monuments, sparking fresh debates over historical symbols and taxpayer money.
Scientists warn that Argentina's iconic glaciers, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are melting at an alarming rate due to climate change, threatening ecosystems and water supplies.
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As Ireland marks the anniversary of Daniel O'Connell's death, the baffling disappearance of his embalmed heart sparks renewed intrigue and historical sleuthing.
Despite calls to list Australia's Great Barrier Reef as 'in danger', UNESCO has opted against it—though urgent climate action remains critical to its survival.
Fox News presenter Pete Hegseth faces backlash after arguing that Confederate symbols should be restored at the Pentagon, reigniting debates over historical legacy and racism in the US.