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Highgate Vampire Church Faces Demolition in London

The North London church linked to the infamous 1970s 'Highgate Vampire' hysteria is slated for demolition to make way for modern flats, sparking local debate about preserving dark tourism heritage.

School history 'minimises women's role', report finds

A major new study finds that women's pivotal roles in history are being systematically minimised in UK classrooms, with lessons overwhelmingly focused on male figures and narratives.

Mazower's vital history of the word 'Antisemitism'

Acclaimed historian Mark Mazower delivers a powerful and timely examination of the word 'antisemitism,' tracing its political origins and dangerous evolution in a new must-read book.

Netflix's 'Files of the Unexplained' Terrifies Viewers

A chilling new Netflix docuseries exploring real-life American mysteries has viewers sleeping with the lights on, with many confessing the show is too frightening to binge after dark.

Wrexham's 1934 Pit Disaster Records to Go on Public Display

Previously unseen archives detailing the 1934 Gresford Colliery disaster, one of Britain's worst mining tragedies, are set for public display near the original site in Wrexham, offering a poignant glimpse into the past.

Hepburn's Secret Beverly Hills 'Gay House' for Sale

The historic Beverly Hills home secretly shared by Hollywood icon Katharine Hepburn and her rumoured lover, socialite Laura Harding, hits the market. Discover the story behind the legendary 'gay house' and its glamorous, hidden past.

Man Returns From Dead With Chilling Account of Afterlife Queue

A British man's extraordinary near-death experience reveals chilling details of an afterlife waiting area, challenging our understanding of consciousness and what lies beyond.

A terrifying investigation uncovers the UK's most haunted roads, from the ghost of the A3 to phantom hitchhikers on the M6. These are the eerie tales that will make you think twice about a late-night drive.

19/09/2025 06:30

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.

A professional psychic medium shares her extraordinary experiences communicating with the deceased and confronting malevolent spirits, revealing the hidden world beyond our perception.

16/09/2025 08:49

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.

A British woman has made the extraordinary claim that she identifies as a real vampire, saying she sustains herself on human energy and suffers physical illness when exposed to sunlight in a story that blurs the lines between fantasy and reality.

15/09/2025 11:48

The Hat Man Phenomenon: UK's Shadow Figure Mystery Revealed

Exclusive investigation into the chilling 'Hat Man' phenomenon sweeping the UK and beyond. Victims report identical encounters with a shadowy hat-wearing figure - experts reveal the shocking truth behind these paranormal experiences.

Science Solves the Mystery of Texas's Marfa Ghost Lights

For decades, the mysterious Marfa Lights in Texas have baffled tourists and scientists alike. A new study proposes a surprising scientific explanation, debunking supernatural theories and linking the phenomenon to car headlights on a distant highway.

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.

Mum's horror as her house features in haunted doll ad

A UK mother was left utterly stunned when she discovered her own family home featured in a chilling eBay listing for a 'haunted' doll named Edward, forcing her to issue a desperate plea to the seller.

A Southern California family's life is turned upside down by a spectral resident captured in a series of eerie photographs, sparking a viral sensation and a paranormal investigation.

12/09/2025 00:52

Titanic Expert: Victims' Spirits Trapped in Ocean Vortex

A renowned Titanic expert has made a spine-tingling claim that the souls of those who perished in the 1912 disaster are not at rest, but remain trapped at the bottom of the ocean, creating a 'supernatural vortex' of energy.

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.

A hardened sceptic documents her astonishing experience with renowned Australian psychic Debbie Malone, revealing unexpected accuracy that challenged everything she believed about spiritual readings.

10/09/2025 20:40

A church in the UK is at the centre of a divine mystery as a statue of the Madonna appears to be weeping, with visitors reporting 'tears' leaking from its eyes. Discover the unexplained phenomenon captivating believers.

10/09/2025 02:11

The Conjuring House Sells at Auction

The infamous Rhode Island farmhouse that inspired 'The Conjuring' film series has sold at auction for an undisclosed sum. Discover the chilling history and what's next for this legendary property.

Real 'Conjuring' House Sells in Spooky Halloween Auction

The infamous Rhode Island farmhouse that inspired 'The Conjuring' film franchise has sold at auction for an undisclosed sum, just in time for Halloween. Discover the chilling history and new ownership of this world-renowned paranormal hotspot.

A UK family's doorbell camera has captured a spine-tingling video of a mysterious, translucent figure walking through their garden at night. The eerie footage has sparked a major paranormal debate online.

09/09/2025 01:46

Monument Valley's X-Files: UFOs & Paranormal Mysteries

The iconic landscape of Monument Valley, a staple of Western films, is shrouded in a dark history of UFO sightings, paranormal activity, and unexplained mysteries that continue to baffle experts and terrify visitors.

Lost 1870s blueprints reveal London's ghost Grand Central station

Exclusive: Unearthed 19th-century architectural plans by Perceval Parsons expose the colossal rail terminus that was never built, a forgotten rival to London's St Pancras.

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

The Stolen Crown: The Heist That Threatened James I's Rule

Historian Tracy Borman uncovers the shocking theft of a priceless crown from James I's treasury, a brazen heist that threatened the very legitimacy of the Stuart monarchy in her new book, 'The Stolen Crown'.

Annabelle Doll Owner Dan Rivera Dies Amid Curse Speculation

The mysterious death of Dan Rivera, the former owner of the real Annabelle doll that inspired The Conjuring films, has reignited talk of the artefact's sinister curse and its terrifying history.