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Scottish Labour's VIP access for donations scandal

Exclusive investigation reveals Scottish Labour offering exclusive meetings with senior politicians in exchange for substantial donations, raising serious questions about political integrity and access.

Burnham: UK Needs Political Overhaul to Avoid Decline

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham delivers powerful critique of Westminster's centralised power, calling for radical devolution and political reform to rebalance the nation and tackle regional inequality.

Khorsandi Slams Kimmel's 'Dangerous' Trump Jokes

Comedian and writer Shaparak Khorsandi delivers a powerful critique of US talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, arguing his jokes about political violence against Donald Trump cross a dangerous line from satire into normalisation.

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.

The Right's New Cancel Culture: A Political Purge

An alarming new trend is emerging in British politics as the Right adopts and weaponises the 'cancel culture' tactics of the Left, silencing opponents with ruthless efficiency and raising serious questions for free speech.

Liberal MP's shock confession on deputy leader rocks party

In a stunning political revelation, rising Liberal star Andrew Hastie has confessed to harbouring deep-seated reservations about Deputy Leader Sussan Ley, exposing a dramatic rift within the party's ranks and challenging the official narrative of unity.

US on Edge After Assassination of Charlie Kirk

The United States is plunged into a profound political and social crisis following the shocking assassination of prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk. This deep-dive analysis examines the immediate fallout, the escalating threat of civil conflict,

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.

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.

Charlie Kirk Assassination: A Nation at War With Itself

The assassination of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk has sent seismic shockwaves through an already fractured United States, threatening to push the nation's deep political divisions past the breaking point. Our in-depth report examines what this mean

Nigel Farage Faces Fresh HMRC Tax Investigation Scandal

Exclusive: HMRC launches new investigation into Nigel Farage's tax affairs amid allegations of undisclosed income and offshore accounts. The Reform UK leader faces mounting pressure as financial scrutiny intensifies.

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.

Back-to-Back Barries: Australia's Divisive Political Debates

An explosive dive into the political turmoil gripping Australia. From the controversial legacy of Dan Andrews to heated debates on public health and leadership, discover the forces dividing the nation. Exclusive insights from Guardian Australia's podcast.

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

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