Pearl Harbour's last survivors: An era ends
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Man charged after girlfriend freezes on Grossglockner
Thomas Plamberger faces manslaughter charges after allegedly abandoning his exhausted girlfriend, Kerstin Gurtner, on Austria's highest mountain. Read the full story.
Man on trial after girlfriend freezes on Grossglockner
Thomas Plamberger faces manslaughter charges after allegedly abandoning Kerstin Gurtner on Austria's highest mountain. The trial begins in February. Read the full story.
Mountaineer froze to death after boyfriend 'abandoned' her
Kerstin Gurtner, 33, died 150ft below the summit of Grossglockner in -20C. Her boyfriend, Thomas Plamberger, now faces a negligent homicide charge. Read the full investigation details.
Bomb threat sparks Vienna parliament lockdown
The heart of Vienna was brought to a standstill after a bomb threat was made to the Austrian parliament building. Emergency services rushed to the scene.
Influencer Stefanie Pieper found dead in forest
Austrian beauty influencer Stefanie Pieper, 31, was found dead in a Slovenian forest. Her ex-partner has been arrested and allegedly confessed to the crime. Read the full story.
Dull villagers get all-expenses Vienna trip invitation
The Perthshire village of Dull is buzzing after Viennese officials hand-delivered invitations for an all-expenses-paid trip to prove Austria's capital is anything but dull. Discover this charming story of international camaraderie.
Vienna: Christmas Markets & £20 Flights from London
Discover Vienna's enchanting Christmas markets, just over two hours from London. Find cheap flights from £20 and plan your perfect festive city break now!
Influencer Stefanie Pieper Found Dead in Forest
Austrian influencer Stefanie Pieper found dead in a remote Slovenian forest after her ex-boyfriend allegedly confessed to the crime. Read the full story.
Austrian Glacier Avalanche: Major Rescue Underway
A huge rescue mission is ongoing after an avalanche buried skiers on the Stubai Glacier in Austria. Nine rescued, three hospitalised. Read the latest updates.
Missing Influencer's Chilling Final Text Revealed
Austrian influencer Stephanie Pieper, 32, vanished after texting about a 'creep in the stairwell'. Her boyfriend has been arrested as police investigate her disappearance.
New Zealand Makes Māori History Compulsory in Schools
New Zealand's education system undergoes historic transformation as Māori history becomes compulsory in national curriculum. Discover the groundbreaking changes shaping Aotearoa's future.
Kate Mosse's Feminist History for Every Day Review
Discover Kate Mosse's groundbreaking feminist history book featuring 365 women who shaped our world. Explore their untold stories and lasting impact today.
Interactive Map Reveals Vast Roman Road Network
Discover how modern technology reveals the astonishing scale and sophistication of ancient Rome's transportation system that connected an empire spanning three continents.
Austria bans Hamas in nationwide security crackdown
Austria has outlawed Hamas-related activities nationwide, with police raids targeting multiple properties in Vienna as part of a major counter-terrorism operation.
Sarajevo's fragile peace three decades after siege
Three decades after the longest siege in modern history, Sarajevo reveals a complex tapestry of resilience and lingering trauma. Discover how this European capital continues to navigate the delicate balance between remembrance and moving forward.
Museum of Youth Culture Opens in London's Soho
Discover the vibrant history of British youth culture at London's newest museum, featuring rare photographs, fashion, and memorabilia from decades of teenage rebellion and style.
This Week in History: Gunpowder Plot to Berlin Wall
Explore the dramatic historical events that shaped Britain and the world during this pivotal week, from treasonous plots to revolutionary moments that changed global politics forever.
Britain's Golden Age of Magic Revealed
Rachel Morris's compelling new book reveals how Victorian magicians transformed entertainment and paved the way for modern show business in this fascinating historical exploration.
PIX Magazine: Australia's Lost Visual History Rediscovered
A stunning new exhibition unveils forgotten photographic treasures from PIX Magazine, capturing Australia's social transformation from the 1930s to 1970s through groundbreaking photojournalism.
Medieval mass grave reveals Spain's violent religious past
Archaeologists discover 13th-century skeletons in Spain showing evidence of violent deaths during Christian consolidation, challenging historical narratives of peaceful conversion.
Student finds lost grave of Equiano's daughter
A British teenager's school research project uncovers the final resting place of Joanna Vassa, daughter of famed abolitionist Olaudah Equiano, solving a 200-year-old mystery.
Manchester's 1945 Pan-African Congress: 80 Years On
Eighty years after Manchester hosted the landmark Pan-African Congress, discover how this radical gathering ignited independence movements across Africa and reshaped Black political consciousness worldwide.
Liverpool teen's nightmare: 2 red cards in 16-minute debut
Liverpool's young talent Mateusz Musialowski endured a disastrous professional debut for Austrian side TSV Hartberg, receiving two red cards in just 16 minutes after coming on as a substitute.
Roman ruler mix-up stuns Queensland exam students
Australian high school students were left bewildered when a Queensland history exam featured an obscure Roman military commander instead of the expected Julius Caesar, raising questions about curriculum standards.
Nelson paid wine bill to mistress's husband, letters reveal
Newly revealed historical documents expose Admiral Lord Nelson's extraordinary payment for three dozen claret bottles to the cuckolded husband of his lover Emma Hamilton, revealing the tangled personal life behind Britain's naval legend.
1970s Lesbian Activists: Britain's Forgotten Warriors
A groundbreaking documentary uncovers the radical lesbian activists who organised resistance movements and fought for women's rights during the turbulent 1970s in Britain.
Mount Rushmore's hidden Native American history revealed
As Mount Rushmore celebrates its centenary, new initiatives are finally acknowledging the sacred land's painful history and the Native American tribes displaced for this American monument.
Brundle blasts 'pathetic' Kravitz snub in F1 gridwalk clash
Sky Sports F1 commentator Martin Brundle has broken his silence after being repeatedly ignored by fellow broadcaster Ted Kravitz during a tense gridwalk at the Austrian Grand Prix.
Instagram Introduces Watch History for Reels
Meta introduces game-changing Watch History for Instagram Reels, allowing users to rediscover previously viewed content with ease. Find out how this new feature transforms content discovery on the platform.
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