Cockney Rhyming Slang Quiz: Can You Get 100%?
Think you know your apples and pears? Test your knowledge with this tricky Cockney rhyming slang quiz. It's not lemon squeezy! See your score and share in the comments.
Category : Heritage History
London's New Year's Eve Through the Decades in Photos
Fascinating archive photos reveal how Londoners have celebrated New Year's Eve for nearly a century, from 1930s casino parties to the iconic fireworks displays. See the capital's biggest party through the years.
BBC's Titanic Docu-Series Praised as 'Powerful and Gripping'
BBC's new docu-drama 'Titanic Sinks Tonight' wins over viewers with its real-time storytelling and vivid first-hand accounts. Watch now on BBC Two and iPlayer.
The Untold Story of Tom Stoppard's Family Escape
A newly revealed letter details how playwright Tom Stoppard's family escaped Czechoslovakia in 1939, saved by the courageous act of a mother confronting the Gestapo. Discover the incredible story of survival.
WW2 veteran Douglas Baldwin dies aged 100 on Christmas Eve
Douglas Baldwin, a 100-year-old WW2 veteran captured in Normandy and held as a POW, has died in Luton. A 'family man' remembered for his warmth and spirit.
Cecilia Giménez of 'Monkey Christ' fame dies at 94
Cecilia Giménez, the Spanish woman whose botched 'Monkey Christ' restoration became a global sensation, has died at 94. Discover how her mistake brought fortune to her village.
Ghost village evacuated for WWII remains closed after 82 years
Imber village, abandoned in 1943 for military training, remains under MoD control. Public access is limited to just 12 days a year. Discover its haunting history and how to visit.
Rabbi's Daily Bondi Vigils for Attack Victims
Rabbi Yossi Friedman holds three daily vigils at Bondi Pavilion, reading the names of the 15 victims of the December terror attack. He says wider community support is key to healing antisemitism.
Woman behind 'Monkey Christ' restoration dies at 94
Cecilia Giménez, the Spanish parishioner whose botched 2012 restoration of a Jesus fresco became a global meme, has died. Her act brought tourism fame to her town.
The Zong Massacre: A Slave Ship's Atrocity and Abolition
A chilling account of the 1781 Zong massacre, where 132 enslaved Africans were murdered for insurance money, and how this atrocity fuelled Britain's abolitionist movement.
Archives reveal UK ruled out military action against Mugabe
Declassified files show Tony Blair's government dismissed a UK-led invasion of Zimbabwe in 2004 as not a 'serious option', warning of heavy casualties and legal hurdles.
Man saves last village phone box from BT closure
Derek Harris, 89, led a community campaign to save Sharrington's iconic K6 phone box after BT earmarked it for removal. His fight sparked a national debate on preserving local heritage.
Bangladesh's First Female Prime Minister Khaleda Zia Dies
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's pioneering female leader, has died aged 80. Her political legacy was defined by a fierce rivalry with Sheikh Hasina. Read her full story.
Bradford's City of Culture Legacy: What Happens Now?
Bradford's transformative City of Culture year has ended. We explore the £51m impact, the 5,000 events, and whether the 'levelling up' legacy can bring sustainable change to the city.
1995's Most Popular Baby Names: Jack & Jessica Top List
A nostalgic look back at the most popular baby names in 1995, as 2025 marks 30 years. Discover the top 60 names for boys and girls and see how trends have changed.
The Amazon Disappearance: A Guardian Podcast Investigates
Three years after British journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous defender Bruno Pereira vanished in Brazil's Javari valley, a new Guardian podcast series investigates. Listen to the first episode now.
Inside London's stunning Victorian sewage pumping station
Discover the hidden history of Crossness Pumping Station, the stunning Grade I listed building that solved London's Great Stink. Explore its restored engines and ornate ironwork today.
Dan Cruickshank's 'The English House' History Review
Architecture historian Dan Cruickshank's new book explores eight English houses from 1700s-1900s, revealing the human stories within their walls. Discover the history beyond bricks and mortar.
Pigeons: The Unsung Working-Class Heroes of History
Pigeons deserve respect as working-class heroes. They were bred for food by our ancestors, served as vital wartime messengers, and are unfairly maligned today. Discover their remarkable history.
UK Pays Off Final WWII Loan Instalment to US
On this day in 2006, Britain made its final payment on the post-war Anglo-American Loan. Discover the story of the 1945 agreement that signalled a shift in global power.
Titanic Sinks Tonight Review: A Harrowing BBC Retelling
The BBC's new four-part series, Titanic Sinks Tonight, uses survivor testimonies to deliver an intense, immersive account of the 1912 disaster. Stream it now on iPlayer.
Bardot's Complicated Legacy: Animal Rights and Far-Right Views
Brigitte Bardot's death reveals a complex legacy. The French icon wanted to be remembered for animal rights, but her decades of support for Marine Le Pen's far-right party and convictions for racial hatred complicate her image. Explore the full story.
Where The 13 Hunger Games Districts Would Be In The UK
Ever wondered where Panem's districts would be if The Hunger Games were set in Britain? From London's opulence to Newcastle's coal, we map all 13 districts across the UK. Discover your hometown's dystopian counterpart.
UK Hunger Games Districts Map: Where's Your Home?
Discover which UK cities and counties correspond to the 13 districts of Panem. From London's Capitol to Newcastle's coal mines, see where you'd live in a British Hunger Games.
Rare Isaac Newton 50p Error Coin Worth £50+
A TikTok collector reveals how to spot a rare die clash error on the Sir Isaac Newton 50p coin, potentially worth over 100 times its face value. Check your change now!
Winter Walk to Shaw's Corner Near London
Discover a beautiful winter walk starting in Wheathampstead, leading to George Bernard Shaw's former home. The route features historic pubs and stunning Hertfordshire scenery, all accessible from London in under an hour.
Taiwan's 'Ferryman' Returns Souls to China
For 23 years, Liu De-wen has helped hundreds of Taiwanese veterans' ashes return to their ancestral homes in China, navigating complex history and politics. Discover his unique mission.
Lang Hancock's Asbestos Mining Past Uncovered
A new podcast episode explores Lang Hancock's early career mining blue asbestos at Wittenoom, a site of national tragedy. Discover the untold family stories.
Bayeux Tapestry insured for £800m for UK loan
The priceless Bayeux Tapestry will be insured for £800m by the British taxpayer for its 2026 UK exhibition. Discover the details of this historic cultural exchange.
9 Croydon areas proposed for special conservation status
Croydon Council is considering creating nine new conservation areas to protect local heritage. Residents are invited to have their say on the plans, which would bring extra planning controls.
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