Britain's historic parks face unprecedented threat
Dozens of Britain's most cherished historic parks and gardens are at risk of being lost forever due to controversial planning changes and development pressures, heritage experts warn.
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African tribe faces eviction from Scottish kingdom
A community of African heritage faces removal from their self-declared Scottish kingdom near Luss in a contentious land rights case that has drawn international attention.
Bobby Gillespie's childhood home gets English Heritage blue plaque
English Heritage honours rock frontman's musical beginnings with prestigious blue plaque at his formative northwest London residence, celebrating British music heritage.
Live in Historic UK Estates - Affordable Rentals Available
Discover how you can experience life in Britain's most stunning historic estates without breaking the bank. From Scottish castles to English manor houses, these properties offer unique living experiences at surprisingly reasonable prices.
World's First Purpose-Built Railway Pub Gains Listed Status
The historic Skew Bridge pub in Woking, a unique Victorian relic built specifically for railway travellers, has been granted Grade II listed status, safeguarding its future.
British DNA study transforms African ancestry understanding
A landmark study from the Natural History Museum reveals how British DNA is reshaping our understanding of African genetic history, uncovering centuries of migration and diversity.
Birnbeck Pier awarded £8m in lottery rescue bid
The iconic but crumbling Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital £8 million lifeline from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking a pivotal moment in the decades-long fight to save the unique Victorian structure from complete collap
£4.3M Lottery Lifeline Saves Historic Birnbeck Pier
The iconic but decaying Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital lifeline, securing a £4.3 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant for its ambitious restoration and future as a public heritage site.
African Travel Dream Stalled by Visa Chaos & High Flights
The vision of seamless travel across Africa is under severe threat. Soaring airfares, complex visa requirements, and crumbling infrastructure are crippling the African Union's flagship free movement agenda, stunting economic growth and integration.
Police Hunt Illegal Metal Detectorists at Medieval Abbey
Gloucestershire Police launch a major investigation after 'nighthawkers' illegally target historic Hailes Abbey, a 13th-century Cistercian monastery, sparking fears of priceless treasure theft and irreparable damage to protected heritage.
Pregnant 'Handmaid' Found in Scottish Woods
A pregnant woman, believed to be a 'handmaid' from a reclusive African tribe, has been discovered living in a makeshift shelter in the Scottish wilderness. The extraordinary find has sparked a major police investigation.
UN Warns of Imminent Famine in South Sudan
The United Nations issues a dire famine warning for South Sudan, with millions facing severe hunger due to a catastrophic combination of war, floods, and aid shortages.
Fort Worth Zoo Welcomes Litter of Endangered Lion Cubs
The Fort Worth Zoo in Texas welcomes a precious new litter of endangered lion cubs, a significant victory for global wildlife conservation efforts and a must-see attraction for visitors.
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.
Joseph Kony Faces ICC for LRA War Crimes
Notorious Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony has made a historic first appearance at the International Criminal Court in The Hague, facing a litany of charges for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed by his Lord's Resistance Army.
San Francisco Proposes $5M Reparations Per Eligible Resident
San Francisco's African American Reparations Advisory Committee proposes groundbreaking $5 million payments and debt forgiveness to address historical injustices, sparking national debate on racial equity.
African Tribe's Legal Battle Over Scottish Woodland
A dramatic legal saga unfolds in the Scottish Highlands as an African tribe faces eviction from a woodland they claim as their spiritual home. Discover the new twist in this extraordinary clash of culture, land rights, and faith.
Elephants' heartbreaking reaction to discovering skull
Extraordinary footage captures the profound moment a herd of African elephants exhibits what appears to be deep mourning, gently investigating the skull of a deceased fellow mammal in a powerful display of animal sentience and emotion.
Major Cyber Attack Forces African Banks Offline
A severe cyber attack has paralysed major banking institutions across Central and West Africa, causing widespread disruption in Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Senegal.
TikTok Chef Fuels South Africa's Local Food Revolution
Discover how a South African TikTok sensation is using viral food videos to empower local farmers, preserve indigenous ingredients, and reshape the nation's culinary identity, creating a sustainable economic model from the ground up.
Burkina Faso imposes 5-year jail for 'promoting homosexuality'
Burkina Faso's military government has passed a harsh new penal code imposing up to five years in prison for acts considered 'promoting homosexuality', marking a severe crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and alarming international human rights organisations.
Breathtaking Photography Book Reveals the Soul of Elephants
Discover 'A Picture to Walk the Earth' – a stunning visual odyssey by photographer David Guerrero that reveals the profound emotional world and fragile existence of elephants, from the deserts of Namibia to the plains of Kenya.
Uganda Opens Pioneering mRNA Vaccine Facility
Uganda has inaugurated Africa's first major mRNA vaccine facility, a historic step towards medical self-reliance, combating diseases from COVID-19 to HIV, and reducing the continent's dependency on foreign pharmaceuticals.
Cape Town's Fury Over Planned Trump Tower
Plans for a new 'Trump Tower' in Cape Town have ignited fierce backlash from local officials and activists, who cite the former US President's controversial history and criminal charges.
Tems Condemns Systemic Sexism in African Music
Grammy-winning artist Tems delivers a powerful critique of the deep-rooted misogyny and gender-based barriers faced by women in the African music scene, calling for urgent reform.
African Plume Heatwave: 30°C Forecast for UK in July
Exclusive long-range forecast predicts a major heatwave hitting the UK in mid-July, with temperatures potentially soaring to 30°C as an 'African plume' sweeps across the country. Get the full breakdown and regional outlook.
African scammers target British women in 'colonial revenge' fraud
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated criminal networks in West Africa are systematically targeting single British women on dating apps, using a disturbing 'colonial revenge' narrative to justify their multi-million pound romance fraud operations.
London's United & African Caribbean Communities Forge Alliance
In a landmark move for community cohesion, London's United and African Caribbean groups form a pioneering partnership to champion shared cultural heritage and social causes.
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