Crypto entrepreneur plans $420m Prometheus for Alcatraz
Denver-based crypto executive Ross Calvin wants to build a 450-foot statue of Prometheus on Alcatraz Island as part of Trump's America 250 celebrations. Read about the controversial proposal.
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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.
Balmoral's Royal Pyramid Closes for Repairs
The mysterious pyramid at Balmoral Estate, built by Prince Albert as a tribute to his wife Queen Victoria, has been temporarily closed to visitors due to structural concerns and growing overtourism pressures at the Scottish royal residence.
Cotswolds' Secret: UK's Taj Mahal Hidden in Countryside
Discover the extraordinary story behind a breathtaking Cotswolds monument that echoes India's Taj Mahal - a hidden gem waiting to be explored by UK travellers.
Mount Rushmore's hidden Native American history revealed
As Mount Rushmore celebrates its centenary, new initiatives are finally acknowledging the sacred land's painful history and the Native American tribes displaced for this American monument.
Shaniwarwada Fort prayer dispute sparks religious controversy
Controversy erupts in Pune as BJP leaders oppose Muslim prayer sessions at historic Shaniwarwada Fort, raising questions about cultural preservation and religious freedom in India.
LA votes to remove Confederate monuments from public spaces
Los Angeles takes decisive action to remove Confederate memorials from public spaces, sparking debate about historical memory and racial justice in America's second-largest city.
UNESCO: Climate Change Endangers Athens' Parthenon
UNESCO issues stark warning as climate change threatens Athens' ancient Acropolis and Parthenon monuments with extreme weather damage and deterioration.
Civil War Statues Removed in North Carolina Overnight
Three Confederate monuments mysteriously disappear from public view in Denton, North Carolina, sparking debate about historical preservation and modern values as local officials remain tight-lipped about the removal operation.
Egypt's Sacred Pyramids Under Threat from Mega-Resort Development
Plans for a sprawling mega-resort near the Giza Plateau have ignited international fury, with experts warning the project could irreparably damage Egypt's most sacred ancient monuments. Discover why archaeologists are demanding immediate action.
Statue Removal Debate: Does Taking Down Monuments Erase History?
A powerful new argument emerges in the UK's statue wars: removal isn't historical erasure, but a profound engagement with our complex past. Discover why historians and activists say confronting controversial legacies is essential for an honest national na
Cooks' Cottage relocation row sparks reconciliation debate
Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.
Ukraine dismantles thousands of Soviet statues in cultural purge
Ukraine accelerates its decolonisation, removing Soviet-era monuments in a profound cultural shift against its imperial past. Discover the scale and symbolism of this national transformation.
UK Statue Removal Debate: Resculpting Britain's Contested Past
Explore the heated debate surrounding Britain's public monuments as councils remove statues linked to colonialism and slavery. Discover the arguments for and against this historical reckoning.
Stonehenge Mystery Solved: Origins Traced to Welsh Monument
Groundbreaking research reveals Stonehenge's first stones were part of an earlier Welsh monument, dismantled and dragged 140 miles by Neolithic cattle herders 5,000 years ago.
US military spent millions on Confederate monuments
A shocking report reveals the US military's hefty spending on Confederate monuments, sparking fresh debates over historical symbols and taxpayer money.
Russia threatens Estonia over Soviet monument removals
Russia warns Estonia of 'consequences' after Tallinn dismantles Soviet-era memorials, escalating tensions between the two nations.
Confederate statue reinstalled in Washington DC
The controversial statue of Confederate general Albert Pike has been reinstalled in Washington DC, two years after it was toppled by Black Lives Matter protesters. The decision has reignited debates over historical monuments and racial justice.
Confederate statue restored in DC amid protests
A Confederate monument honouring Albert Pike has been reinstalled in Washington DC, sparking fresh debates over historical memory and racial justice in America.
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