Pearl Harbour's last survivors: An era ends
With no survivors attending the 2025 ceremony, discover how the memory of the Pearl Harbour attack is being preserved for future generations through oral histories and family legacies.
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Euston Arch and Lost London Landmarks Revealed
New book Panoramas of Lost London reveals stunning images of demolished landmarks including Euston Arch, showcasing London's vanished architectural heritage. Discover the capital's lost history.
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.
Rare 1932 Harry Beck Tube Map Draft for Auction
A historic 1932 draft of Harry Beck's revolutionary London Underground map, featuring handwritten notes, is set to be auctioned by Christie's for an estimated £100,000. Discover the story behind this iconic design.
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.
70s East End: Photos of Lost London Life
Step back in time with remarkable 70s photographs capturing the vanishing world of London's East End - from bustling markets to community pubs and changing streetscapes.
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.
Wildlife Photographer 2024: London's Must-See Show
An immersive review of London's must-see exhibition showcasing the world's most extraordinary wildlife photography, from urban foxes to microscopic marvels.
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.
Squid Game London Immersive Experience Review
Step into the deadly world of Netflix's Squid Game at London's immersive experience. Our review reveals whether this £55 attraction delivers the chilling thrill of the original series or falls flat.
London's Ultimate Luxury Hotels: Insider's Guide
Discover the crème de la crème of London's luxury hotel scene, from historic landmarks to contemporary design masterpieces offering unparalleled service and sophistication.
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.
Following a 170-year-old map through London reveals hidden secrets
A modern-day explorer uncovers hidden secrets of Victorian London using a genuine 1850s map, revealing how the city's landscape has transformed while some mysteries remain eternal.
10 Fantastic Free London Attractions You Must Visit
Discover how to experience the best of London without spending a penny. From royal parks to world-class museums, explore the capital's top free attractions that promise unforgettable experiences.
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.
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.
Judy Montagu's Lost Diary Reveals Aristocratic London
Discover the rediscovered social diary of Judy Montagu, offering an intimate glimpse into post-war London's glittering aristocratic circles and literary salons after seven decades in obscurity.
Napoleon's diamond jewel abandoned after Waterloo
Exclusive: The extraordinary story of Napoleon Bonaparte's abandoned diamond-encrusted jewel, left behind in his carriage after his crushing defeat at Waterloo and how it became an embarrassing relic for the Duke of Wellington.
Ancient Egyptians attempted cancer surgery 4,000 years ago
Groundbreaking research reveals Egyptian physicians attempted cancer surgery centuries earlier than previously thought, rewriting medical history with astonishing discovery.
How a British quarrel named Melbourne
The fascinating true story behind Melbourne's naming reveals a diplomatic dispute between two British governors that forever shaped Australian identity.
Fulham Palace makes Black History Month permanent
The former Bishop of London's residence launches permanent Black history programme, confronting its colonial past through new exhibitions and educational initiatives.
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