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Major 'shouted at' by Irish minister in 1992 row

Declassified files reveal a heated 1992 meeting where Irish Justice Minister Padraig Flynn confronted John Major over Northern Ireland security cooperation. Read the full story.

How the BBC Nearly Rejected David Attenborough

A newly unearthed 1952 letter shows the BBC initially turned down David Attenborough. Discover how his legendary broadcasting career almost never happened in this exclusive look at the BBC archives.

Queen's secret WWII Brazil role revealed in archives

Newly uncovered documents from the Royal Archives disclose Queen Elizabeth II's covert efforts to strengthen UK-Brazil relations during World War II, challenging traditional narratives of her wartime service.

Trump privately praised Xi Jinping as "brilliant"

In a stunning revelation from newly released documents, Donald Trump privately praised Chinese President Xi Jinping as 'smart' and 'brilliant' while publicly criticising China. The Boston College archives reveal Trump's contradictory stance on US-China re

eBay letters reveal UK families' slavery compensation

A remarkable collection of 19th-century correspondence, discovered in an online auction, exposes the direct financial benefits reaped by prominent UK families from slavery compensation, challenging long-held narratives and prompting calls for a national r

Roswell 'Alien Autopsy' Film Unearthed in US Archives

The legendary 1947 Roswell incident is back in the spotlight as never-before-seen footage, discovered deep within the US National Archives, is analysed by experts. Could this finally be the proof of extraterrestrial life?

Best British Period Drama Films To Stream Now

Discover the finest British period drama films for your next movie night. From romantic classics to epic historical tales, this curated guide reveals the best picks available on UK streaming platforms.

What Your Favourite Historical Era Reveals About You

A provocative new cultural analysis explores why we romanticise certain historical periods while ignoring their brutal realities. Discover what your period drama preference says about your subconscious desires and modern anxieties.

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