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Explore the UK's Famous Deserted Medieval Village

Discover Wharram Percy, North Yorkshire's abandoned medieval village. Loved by walkers, it offers ancient ruins, free entry, and a fascinating 60-year archaeological history. Plan your visit today.

Amazon blocks over 1,800 North Korean job bids

Amazon says it blocked over 1,800 suspected North Korean operatives from remote IT jobs, part of a scheme to fund weapons programmes. Learn how firms can bolster cybersecurity.

How Turkey Trades Became a Conservation Success

Discover how US states traded wild turkeys for other animals like moose and otters, reviving populations from just thousands to 7 million birds. Explore this ingenious conservation story.

WH Smith CEO quits after major US accounting blunder

WH Smith's CEO steps down immediately after a £50m accounting error in its North American division slashes profits and wipes nearly £600m from market value. Discover the full story behind the retail giant's crisis.

MLS Votes for European-Style Fall-Spring Schedule

Major League Soccer owners have approved a historic shift to a fall-spring calendar, aligning with European football. Discover how this transformation will reshape North American soccer.

Kim Jong Un threatens to annihilate South Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has declared South Korea his country's 'principal enemy' and threatened to destroy the nation if provoked, signalling a dramatic escalation in tensions on the Korean peninsula.

Lonely Planet 2026: Maine & North Dakota Shine

Discover why Lonely Planet has earmarked Maine's stunning coastline and North Dakota's rugged badlands as must-visit destinations for 2026 in their latest travel forecast.

Lidl's American Snacks: Our Taste Test Verdict

Lidl brings a taste of the USA to British shelves with classic American snacks. We taste-tested everything from Twinkies to Pop-Tarts to reveal which imports are worth your money.

Xi Jinping Backs North Korea Amid Rising Tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirms unwavering support for North Korea in a significant diplomatic message, as regional tensions escalate and South Korea faces political turmoil following an assassination attempt.

Trump-Kim Summit Possible Within Days: South Korea

Breaking diplomatic news as South Korea's foreign minister suggests Donald Trump could meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un imminently, potentially reshaping global nuclear negotiations.

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.

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.

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