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WWII Brothers Died Hours Apart in Battle of Britain

The poignant tale of two British brothers, both RAF pilots, who lost their lives within hours of each other during the Battle of Britain. Discover their heroic legacy and the memorial that now honours their ultimate sacrifice.

History Podcast Breaks Records with Epic Australia Tour

History podcast giants Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland are taking their chart-topping show, The Rest Is History, on an unprecedented live tour to Australia, selling out stadiums and redefining the power of historical storytelling.

Putin Sacks Navy Chief After Ukrainian Drone Catastrophe

Vladimir Putin suffers a massive strategic humiliation as his Black Sea Fleet commander is sacked following a series of devastating Ukrainian naval drone strikes, forcing Russia to relocate its warships from Crimea.

UK's Best History Universities 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for studying History, with Cambridge retaining the top spot while London institutions dominate the upper ranks.

Top UK Universities for History of Art 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for History of Art. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.

High Heels: A Queen's Vengeful Invention Against Rival

A startling new historical biography uncovers the dark and vengeful origins of the high heel, tracing it back to a plot by the 16th-century French Queen, Catherine de' Medici, driven by jealousy and a desire to humiliate her husband's mistress.

UK's HMS Prince of Wales Leads Naval Drills with South Korea

In a powerful demonstration of Global Britain, the Royal Navy's flagship HMS Prince of Wales conducts joint exercises with South Korean forces in the Indo-Pacific, underscoring the UK's commitment to regional security and its strategic tilt towards the re

Chinese Warship Confronts Australian Frigate in Tense Standoff

A dangerous confrontation unfolded in the Taiwan Strait as a Chinese naval vessel challenged the Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Brisbane, highlighting escalating tensions in contested waters. The incident raises serious concerns about freedom of navigation

ICE Raids Chicago Naval Base in Federal Takeover

In an unprecedented operation, federal ICE agents have taken control of a Chicago naval base to detain over a dozen undocumented migrants, sparking a major inter-agency conflict and raising serious questions about the use of military facilities for immigr

Secret portrait suggests Shakespeare had a male lover

A newly authenticated 17th-century miniature portrait reveals compelling evidence of a close, possibly romantic relationship between William Shakespeare and his literary patron, the Earl of Southampton. Art experts and historians are re-evaluating the Bar

Trump: Use Navy to "Take Out" Drug Traffickers' Boats

In a radical speech, former President Donald Trump called for a military-style naval offensive against drug cartels, suggesting the US should 'go out and shoot' and 'take out the boats' in a controversial escalation of the war on drugs.

The tragic true story behind Ferrari's famous logo

The iconic Ferrari prancing horse emblem has a poignant and heroic origin story, born from a national tragedy and a mother's enduring love. Discover the First World War tale that led to the creation of a motoring legend.

Ukraine Strikes Putin's Black Sea HQ in Daring Drone Attack

In a major blow to Russian forces, Ukrainian suicide drones have successfully attacked the headquarters of Putin's Black Sea Fleet in annexed Crimea. The daring overnight operation has caused significant damage and casualties, marking a severe setback for

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.

Author Discovers He's Related to the Real Oliver Twist

A stunning genealogical discovery reveals a modern author's direct lineage to the impoverished boy who inspired Charles Dickens' iconic character, Oliver Twist, rewriting a chapter of literary history.

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